DSLRs
Mirrorless cameras' predecessors
DSLRs is the plural of DSLR, a digital single-lens reflex camera.
These cameras use a mirror and prism system that lets photographers see through the actual lens when composing shots, then flips the mirror out of the way when the shutter releases.
DSLRs dominated professional and enthusiast photography in the early 2000s before mirrorless cameras began displacing them: She upgraded from her old DSLR to a mirrorless system.
Readying for action
- telephotoMagnifying camera lens
- wide-angleEncompassing broad vistas
- macroRecorded command sequence
- fisheyeHemispherical camera lens
Japanese imaging corporation
- NikonJapanese imaging corporation
- PentaxJapanese camera brand
- SonyJapanese electronics and entertainment corporation
- SigmaGreek letter name
full-frame · prosumer · entry-level · flagship · K-1
Input-detecting device
- mirrorReflective viewing surface
- shutterHinged window covering
- viewfinderCamera's composition window
- pentaprismFive-faced reflecting optic
Adjustable optical inlet
- ISOGlobal standards body
- rawIn original state
- bracketingTaking varied exposure shots
Stabilizing support structure
- monopodSingle-legged equipment stand
- flashBrief burst of light
- speedlightPortable photographic strobe
- polarizerSelective light-wave filter
Arranged elements forming whole
- panningLateral camera traverse
- bracketingTaking varied exposure shots
prime
Readying for action
- telephotoMagnifying camera lens
- wide-angleEncompassing broad vistas
- macroRecorded command sequence
Canon
Japanese imaging corporation
- NikonJapanese imaging corporation
- PentaxJapanese camera brand
- SonyJapanese electronics and entertainment corporation
Sigma · full-frame · prosumer · entry-level · flagship · K-1
sensor
Input-detecting device
- mirrorReflective viewing surface
- shutterHinged window covering
- viewfinderCamera's composition window
pentaprism · body · mount
aperture
Adjustable optical inlet
- ISOGlobal standards body
- rawIn original state
- bracketingTaking varied exposure shots
tripod
Stabilizing support structure
- monopodSingle-legged equipment stand
- flashBrief burst of light
- speedlightPortable photographic strobe
composition
Arranged elements forming whole
- panningLateral camera traverse
- bracketingTaking varied exposure shots
DSLRscompact cameras
Small integrated-lens photography devices
disposable cameras · instant cameras · Polaroids · body cameras · webcams