What Is the Mode Dial on Your Camera?

The mode dial is one of the most important parts of a camera, giving you access to the shooting modes ... as long as you know what each icon means.

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 39 words · Brandon Foster

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It helps to know what each icon means to achieve the best results when shooting.

Most advancedinterchangeable lens camerasinclude a mode dial, as well as some point and shoot cameras.

Advanced Shooting Modes

Mode Dial on a camera