Live view

A mode in which the camera shows the image from the sensor in real time on the rear screen or in an electronic viewfinder.

Live view shows exposure, white balance and depth of field before the picture is taken. It also makes precise manual focus easier with magnification and focus peaking. In mirrorless cameras live view is always on.

Martin Kaninsky

Martin is the creator of About Photography Blog. With over 15 years of experience as a practicing photographer, Martin’s approach focuses on photography as an art form, emphasizing the stories behind the images rather than concentrating on gear.

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