As mentioned in the previous section, that on the camera body, various camera features are attached. The features of this camera differ from one camera to another, depending on the brand and type. To make it easier to understand the parts of the camera, the following will explain the parts of the camera on the Nikon D3100 as an example.
- Mode dial: functions to select various shooting modes.
- Release-mode selector: functions to select the shooting mode on the mode dial.
- Information button: functions to display and hide camera setting information on the display. Press to hide, then press again to show.
- Exposure compensation button/Aperture button/Flash compensation button: This button can function as an exposure compensation control button to get the best exposure. This button can also be used in all shooting modes except manual mode. If the button is pressed together with the main dial, it can function to adjust the aperture. When pressed together with the flash button, it can function as a flash compensation setting.
- Shutter-release button: there are two ways to use the shutter button. Half press to activate autofocus and automatic metering adjustment. Press completely to take the picture.
- Power switch: functions to turn the camera on and off.
- Built-in flash: built-in flash (camera built-in).
- Hot shoe: mount for attaching an external flash light.
- Focal plane mark: serves to measure the minimum focal distance of the lens (especially when photonfirmation light will flash.
- Eyelet for camera strap: hole where to attach the strap (strap).
