Hot Shoe (n.) A standardized mounting point typically found on the top of DSLR and mirrorless cameras, designed for attaching external accessories. The hot shoe provides both a physical connection and electrical contacts for communication between the camera and the mounted device. Most commonly used for attaching external flashes, it can also accommodate other accessories such as microphones, LED lights, or electronic viewfinders. The electrical contacts allow for synchronization and control of the attached accessory by the camera. While hot shoes are standard on most interchangeable lens cameras, they are not typically found on smartphones or compact cameras, limiting some external accessory options for these devices.
Hot Shoe (for external accessories)
