What does the "down button" do? - The best tips

The dimmer button can be found on many SLR cameras, but is often underestimated. Here are some tips that can be used to make your pictures even more beautiful with the help of the down button.

What is the down button?

The dimmer button is mostly installed under the lens.

• The viewfinder and sometimes also the live view of modern cameras often use the largest possible aperture. This means that you always see your picture very brightly and precisely.
• Use the down button to switch from this open-ended method to the work aperture in the viewfinder.
• The working aperture is your currently set aperture. Now you can see your picture as it will look later.

Tips for working with the down button

• When taking pictures, use the dimming button to switch regularly to the work screen. This enables you to check the lighting conditions immediately and, if necessary, correct them with the ISO value.
• In addition, you can now see the focus you have set - so you can optimally focus on your subject and check the depth of field.

It makes sense to set your white balance manually.