The Digital Photography Companion

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SHUTTER BUTTON

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Remote Release

e remote release allows firing of the camera from distances of up to 15 feet. Some re-

mote releases also allow you to operate the zoom lens. For best results, point the sensor

on the remote release at the infrared sensor on the front of the camera.

Remote release for a Nikon D40X DSLR

TIP ▼

Remote releases are a great way to trip the shutter without jarring the camera.

Set or Confirmation Button

Press the set or confirmation button to confirm a choice. Most cameras insist that you

confirm all selections before enabling them. is button is particularly important when

erasing pictures, as it makes it impossible to delete a picture by inadvertently pressing

the erase button.

Shutter Button

e shutter button trips the shutter, but it also provides focus and exposure lock. For

the best pictures, press lightly on the shutter button and hold it in the halfway position

to lock the focus and exposure. Once the confirmation light comes on, you’re ready to

take the picture. en add more pressure until the shutter trips. e trick is not to let

up on the shutter button once the focus is locked, but to keep the pressure on in the

halfway position until the exposure is made. Almost all digital cameras use this type of

two-step shutter button.