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What does the word photography come from?
What does the word photography come from?
Two ancient Greek words: photo for light and graph for drawing.
What is one advantage of digital photography?
What is one advantage of digital photography?
- Reduced storage capacity
- Requires traditional film
- Higher cost
- Immediate feedback (correct)
What are the three basic elements in photography?
What are the three basic elements in photography?
Light, Subject, Composition
Light is essential in photography.
Light is essential in photography.
What does the subject in a photograph refer to?
What does the subject in a photograph refer to?
How is composition defined in photography?
How is composition defined in photography?
What is Auto Mode in camera settings used for?
What is Auto Mode in camera settings used for?
Which camera mode allows for the most creative control?
Which camera mode allows for the most creative control?
Who is Manual Mode best suited for?
Who is Manual Mode best suited for?
What is the primary purpose of using a shallow depth of field in photography?
What is the primary purpose of using a shallow depth of field in photography?
In landscape photography, where should the horizon typically be placed?
In landscape photography, where should the horizon typically be placed?
What combination of settings is most appropriate for capturing fast-paced sports action?
What combination of settings is most appropriate for capturing fast-paced sports action?
Which technique is beneficial for capturing dynamic images of moving subjects?
Which technique is beneficial for capturing dynamic images of moving subjects?
Which aperture setting should typically be used for deep depth of field in landscape photography?
Which aperture setting should typically be used for deep depth of field in landscape photography?
Which of the following statements about Venus is true?
Which of the following statements about Venus is true?
What characteristic distinguishes Mercury from Venus?
What characteristic distinguishes Mercury from Venus?
Which planet has the highest temperatures?
Which planet has the highest temperatures?
Which statement about Mars is accurate?
Which statement about Mars is accurate?
What notable feature does Saturn possess?
What notable feature does Saturn possess?
Which planet is the biggest in the Solar System?
Which planet is the biggest in the Solar System?
What makes Mercury unique among the planets in the Solar System?
What makes Mercury unique among the planets in the Solar System?
Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between size and proximity to the Sun for Mercury and Venus?
Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between size and proximity to the Sun for Mercury and Venus?
What is a significant effect of using a small aperture like f/16 in landscape photography?
What is a significant effect of using a small aperture like f/16 in landscape photography?
Which setting is most appropriate for portrait photography under well-lit conditions?
Which setting is most appropriate for portrait photography under well-lit conditions?
What is a key reason for simplifying a scene in photography?
What is a key reason for simplifying a scene in photography?
What combination of camera settings is suggested for controlling exposure?
What combination of camera settings is suggested for controlling exposure?
Which characteristic describes a clean background in a photograph?
Which characteristic describes a clean background in a photograph?
Why is practice emphasized in mastering digital photography?
Why is practice emphasized in mastering digital photography?
What is the rotational period of Mercury, and how does it compare to Earth?
What is the rotational period of Mercury, and how does it compare to Earth?
What can be inferred about Mercury's ability to support human life?
What can be inferred about Mercury's ability to support human life?
Which planet is classified as the smallest in the Solar System?
Which planet is classified as the smallest in the Solar System?
What is the order of the first three planets from the Sun?
What is the order of the first three planets from the Sun?
Which of the following statements about Mars is accurate?
Which of the following statements about Mars is accurate?
Which planet is known for having extremely high temperatures and volcanic activity?
Which planet is known for having extremely high temperatures and volcanic activity?
Which planet is recognized as the largest in the Solar System?
Which planet is recognized as the largest in the Solar System?
What distinguishes Saturn from the other planets mentioned?
What distinguishes Saturn from the other planets mentioned?
What is the nature of Mercury's surface?
What is the nature of Mercury's surface?
Which planet is the farthest from the Sun?
Which planet is the farthest from the Sun?
What unique feature does Jupiter possess in comparison to the other planets listed?
What unique feature does Jupiter possess in comparison to the other planets listed?
Mercury's position in relation to the Sun is significant because it is known as the closest planet. What is another defining characteristic of Mercury?
Mercury's position in relation to the Sun is significant because it is known as the closest planet. What is another defining characteristic of Mercury?
What is the primary effect of using a large aperture in photography?
What is the primary effect of using a large aperture in photography?
What effect does a fast shutter speed typically have on moving subjects in photography?
What effect does a fast shutter speed typically have on moving subjects in photography?
How does increasing ISO affect image quality?
How does increasing ISO affect image quality?
In landscape photography, what aperture setting is generally preferred?
In landscape photography, what aperture setting is generally preferred?
What is the primary consequence of using a slow shutter speed?
What is the primary consequence of using a slow shutter speed?
What happens to images captured at high ISO settings?
What happens to images captured at high ISO settings?
What does a small aperture do in terms of exposure and focus?
What does a small aperture do in terms of exposure and focus?
To achieve proper exposure in low-light conditions, which camera setting is most critical?
To achieve proper exposure in low-light conditions, which camera setting is most critical?
Study Notes
What is Photography?
- Photography comes from the Ancient Greek words "photo" (light) and "graph" (drawing)
- The literal meaning of Photography is "drawing with light"
- Digital Photography uses digital sensors and processors to capture images
- Digital Photography provides instant feedback, more storage capacity and the ability to easily edit, enhance, and share images
Three Basic Elements of Photography
- Light
- Essential for photography
- Can be manipulated and changes feel of a photograph
- Subject
- The main element of a picture
- Composition
- Arrangement of elements in a photograph
- How the story in a photograph is told
Camera Modes
- Auto Mode
- Camera handles all settings
- Best for beginners or quick shots
- Limits creative control
- Manual Mode (M)
- Provides full control over settings
- Requires an understanding of photography and allows for creative freedom
- Best for professional photographers or those looking to achieve precise results
- Aperture Priority Mode (A/Av)
- User controls the aperture, camera adjusts shutter speed accordingly
- Best for controlling depth of field, where parts of the image are in focus and others are not
Mercury
- Mercury is the closest planet to the sun.
- Mercury is the smallest planet in the Solar System.
- Mercury is only slightly larger than the moon.
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Explore the fascinating world of photography through its basic elements, camera modes, and the science behind capturing images. Learn how light, subject, and composition play essential roles in creating stunning photographs. Understand the differences between auto and manual modes for various skill levels.
