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What does 'Tv' mode stand for in photography?

  • Time Variable
  • Total Vision
  • Shutter Priority (correct)
  • Temporal View

    • In Shutter Priority mode, which setting is chosen by the photographer?

  • Shutter Speed (correct)
  • ISO
  • White Balance
  • F-Stop

    • What happens to the F-Stop setting in Tv mode?

  • It has no effect on exposure.
  • It is automatically adjusted by the camera. (correct)
  • It must be manually set by the photographer.
  • It is fixed and cannot be changed.

    • Which other settings must still be selected when using Tv mode?

    <p>ISO and white balance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following settings is NOT automatically adjusted in Shutter Priority mode?

    <p>Shutter Speed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of shutter settings in photography?

    <p>From 1 minute to 1/10000th of a second</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does shutter speed affect the depiction of moving objects?

    <p>Faster shutter speeds can freeze fast motion effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically affected by the shape of a focal plane shutter?

    <p>The exposure time across the focal plane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about high and low shutter speeds is correct?

    <p>High shutter speeds can capture fine details in bright environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of using a very low shutter speed?

    <p>Capturing too much ambient light and causing overexposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a lens adapter used for?

    <p>To enable the use of incompatible camera and lens combinations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the lens mount vary among different camera brands?

    <p>It is unique to each brand and affects lens compatibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about lens adapters is true?

    <p>They facilitate the use of lenses from different camera systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What problem does a lens mount solve?

    <p>It determines how a lens can communicate with the camera</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a photographer choose to use a lens adapter?

    <p>To access a wider variety of lenses for creative options</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit of using partial metering in photography?

    <p>It gives the photographer more control over exposure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a drawback of using partial metering?

    <p>It requires more involvement from the photographer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does partial metering differ from other metering modes typically used in photography?

    <p>It focuses on specific areas of the scene.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context would a photographer most likely prefer to use partial metering?

    <p>When a specific subject needs to be correctly exposed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be required from a photographer when using partial metering?

    <p>Understanding of complex exposure principles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should you consider using AI Servo mode?

    <p>When the subject is moving unpredictably.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of AI Servo in photography?

    <p>To continuously adjust focus as the subject moves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario is least suited for using AI Servo?

    <p>Taking portraits of people standing still.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situations might the system need to convert to a suitable mode automatically?

    <p>When photographing subjects that change position quickly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does AI Servo mode utilize to adapt to changing situations effectively?

    <p>Continuous evaluation and focus adjustment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the image quality setting indicate for a camera?

    <p>The type of file formats used for photos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature can be accessed quickly through the touchscreen on a camera?

    <p>The Quick Control screen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which file format is typically larger in size and retains more image data?

    <p>RAW</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option is NOT a benefit of using RAW format in photography?

    <p>Offers smaller file sizes than JPEG</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following settings may limit how quickly you can access the Quick Control screen?

    <p>Disabling touchscreen functionality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction to Photography

    • Course title: Introduction to Photography
    • Instructor: Dr. Salma Youssef M. Kamel
    • Academic year: 2024/2025

    Etymology

    • Photography means "drawing with light"
    • Coined in 1839 by Sir John Herschel
    • Based on Greek words: phos (light) and graphê (drawing/writing)

    What is photography for famous photographers

    • Dorothea Lange (American, 1895-1965): Photography captures a moment in time, holding life still. The camera teaches people how to see without one.
    • Elliot Erwitt (1928-2023): Photography is observation, finding interest in ordinary places. It's about the way you see, not what you see.
    • Ansel Adams (1902-1984): A great photo fully expresses feelings about the photographed subject.
    • Annie Leibovitz (1949-): Seeing and framing never stops; it's always on.

    Visual Communication Circle Dance (Aldous Huxley)

    • Aldous Huxley (1894-1963) explored visual communication and sight-related theories.
    • His work includes influential novels on the dehumanizing aspects of scientific progress, notably Brave New World.
    • "The more you see, the more you know."

    Film Camera Types

    • Large Format Cameras: Use sheet film.
    • Medium Format Cameras: Use 120 film; not perforated. Formats include 6x6.
    • 35mm Cameras: Use 35mm film; perforated. Include format variations like full frame, 3:2 aspect, and crop 1.0x
    • Instamatic Cameras: Use 126mm, 110mm, and disk film.

    Special Format Cameras

    • Cameras with unique formats.

    Instant Cameras

    • Cameras that produce chemically developed prints shortly after taking the picture.

    Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera (DSLR)

    • Uses a prism and 45-degree mirror to view the photographed scene from the viewfinder through the shooting lens

    Mirrorless Cameras

    • Have no prism or 45-degree mirror.
    • Use Electronic Viewfinders (EVF) showing the image that the sensor outputs on an LCD or OLED screen
    • Advantages: compact size, relatively quick focusing, high frame rate.
    • Disadvantages: often a smaller range of lenses and accessories, mediocre battery life.

    Important Abbreviations

    • SLR (Single Lens Reflex)
    • MILC/ILC (Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera)
    • CSC (Compact System Camera)
    • DIL (Digital Interchangeable Lens)

    Parts and Function of Digital Camera

    • Shows diagram of camera parts and their functions

    Camera Parts Functions

    • Diagram of camera parts
    • Explains viewfinder function, how light is reflected/refracted

    Location of Memory Cards

    • Cameras often have one or two card slots, doubling storage space.
    • Card location varies by camera type.

    Location of Battery

    • Battery types and power vary.
    • Power capacity is evaluated based on the number of shots possible.

    Type of Lens Mount

    • Different camera brands have unique lens mounts.
    • Lens adapters enable use of cameras and lenses from incompatible systems.

    Hot Shoe

    • Electronic connector on the top of most cameras.
    • Allows control of compatible equipment, such as flashes, microphones, and wireless triggers.

    45° Mirror

    • Essential part of DSLR optical viewfinder (OVF) system.
    • Positioned behind the lens to reflect light into the viewfinder.

    Viewfinder in Mirrorless Cameras

    • Captures images without a mirror.
    • Use electronic viewfinders (EVF) to display images digitally.

    External Connections

    • Most digital cameras have a USB port to connect to computers.
    • Others may have HDMI, flash sync, and audio inputs.

    Viewfinder Adjustment

    • Use the diopter wheel to adjust the viewfinder for clear visibility

    Mode Dial

    • Camera modes vary; Full Automatic, Program, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Manual.
    • Different modes are accessible; landscape, portrait, sports, night, macro.
    • Fully Automatic mode is like a point-and-shoot camera, and the camera determines the best settings.

    Custom Modes

    • Custom modes allow users to save custom settings for later use.
    • C1-C3 (Custom 1-3)

    Drive Mode

    • Includes One-shot mode, Continuous High (rapid shooting), Continuous Low (slower shooting), and silent options.

    Self-timer(s)

    • Offers delay between pressing the shutter and firing.

    Picture Style

    • Preset, adjustable parameters affecting image rendering of JPEG/MOV files

    Info displayed on LCD

    • Shows the camera mode, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, exposure scale, and more.

    Metering System

    • Matrix metering (multi-segment/evaluative) accounts entire frame
    • Partial accounts 8% -15% of frame
    • Center weighted focuses on the frame's center
    • Spot focuses on the exact center

    High-Light Metering

    • New mode in some models, primarily targeting proper exposure of highlights without overexposure.

    Focusing System

    • Focus mode controls autofocus or manual focus via a switch or dial, and modern DSLRs often use phase-detect autofocus.

    White Balance

    • Adjusting ratios of sensitivity between colours in digital cameras to match the characteristics of the light.
    • Modes include: daylight, cloudy, tungsten, fluorescent, and flash.

    Drive Mode

    • Includes One-shot, continuous high/low, and silent modes for various shooting needs

    Exposure Triangle

    • Relationship of three variables (ISO, aperture, and shutter speed) determining exposure.
    • Adjusting any one variable will affect the others.

    Overexposed Photo

    • Excessive light causes washed-out highlights, losing detail.

    Underexposed Photo

    • Insufficient light yields dark shadows, details lost

    Correct Exposed Photo

    • Details in both shadows and highlights, good tonal range.

    Shutter Settings

    • Controls the time the sensor is exposed to light. The best choice depends on whether the subject is stationary or moving.

    Aperture Settings

    • Controls the amount of light reaching the sensor. Choices are linked to depth of field and compensation for lighting.

    ISO Setting

    • Controls the sensitivity of the sensor to light. High ISO values can increase sensitivity but at the cost of noise. The choice depends on lighting, desired depth of field, and shutter speed.

    Summary

    • Covers various camera types, functions, and settings.
    • Includes historical context and explanations of technical terms.

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