A Guide to your camera
A dslr camera
Here are some pictures to briefly explain the different parts of your DSLR camera.
This is the inside of the camera
The functions of the controls.
more information
These websites go more into depth on the exact meaning of these camera functions and the use of the camera.
My personal opinion
Many people use the camera's from Nikon and Canon. These two companies are both amazing and great combined into one. My first camera was in fact a Nikon D70s. At the time I had it, it was a somewhat outdated camera but it lasted for a long time. However as I began comparing my photos taken with that camera with others who had Canons I noticed bigger differences. Now I'm sure my pictures weren't as glamorous as the Canons it was probably because my Nikon was very old. The new Nikons are very nice and up with the Canons at the same level. For my birthday last year I was given a Canon Rebel T4i and I absolutely loved it. I still love it. This camera is touch screen, sleek, and takes BEAUTIFUL HD photos. It stills amazes me each time I look back on the pictures I just took. In conclusion, I really recommend the Canon brand.