What does SLR stand for?

What does SLR stand for?

• A. Simple lens reflex
• B. Single lens range
• C. Single lens reflex
• D. Small lens reflex

Answer: (C)

Single Lens Reflex describes a camera design where one lens is used for both composing and capturing the image, with a reflex mirror that directs light to the viewfinder. The mirror flips up during exposure, so you see exactly what will be recorded. This is why the term is the standard name for this type of camera. The other phrases aren’t used in photography—“simple lens reflex” isn’t a recognized term, “single lens range” would imply a rangefinder setup, and “small lens reflex” isn’t a valid name.

Single Lens Reflex describes a camera design where one lens is used for both composing and capturing the image, with a reflex mirror that directs light to the viewfinder. The mirror flips up during exposure, so you see exactly what will be recorded. This is why the term is the standard name for this type of camera. The other phrases aren’t used in photography—“simple lens reflex” isn’t a recognized term, “single lens range” would imply a rangefinder setup, and “small lens reflex” isn’t a valid name.