9 Questions
What is shutter speed?
The length of time the film or digital sensor is exposed to light
What is the relationship between exposure time and the amount of light reaching the film or image sensor?
They are directly proportional
What is the purpose of adjusting the shutter speed when changing the aperture?
To keep the same exposure
What is the slowest possible shutter speed for a handheld camera?
1/60
What is shutter priority?
A shooting mode that allows the photographer to choose the shutter speed setting
What is the effect of slower shutter speeds on moving objects in a still photograph?
They appear blurry
What is the effect of excessively fast shutter speeds on moving subjects?
They appear unnaturally frozen
What is zoom burst?
A technique that entails the variation of the focal length of a zoom lens during a longer exposure
What is the purpose of the agreed standards for shutter speeds?
To make it easier for photographers to choose the right shutter speed
Study Notes
Shutter speed is the length of time the film or digital sensor inside a camera is exposed to light when taking a photograph.
The amount of light reaching the film or image sensor is proportional to the exposure time.
Multiple combinations of shutter speed and f-number can give the same exposure value (E.V.).
The shutter speed changes the way movement appears in photographs. Short exposure times are sometimes called "fast", and long exposure times "slow".
Adjustments to the aperture need to be compensated by changes of the shutter speed to keep the same (right) exposure.
The agreed standards for shutter speeds are 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, and 1/8000.
The ability of the photographer to take images without noticeable blurring by camera movement is an important parameter in the choice of the slowest possible shutter speed for a handheld camera.
Shutter priority refers to a shooting mode used in cameras. It allows the photographer to choose a shutter speed setting and allow the camera to decide the correct aperture.
Slower shutter speeds are often selected to suggest the movement of an object in a still photograph.
Excessively fast shutter speeds can cause a moving subject to appear unnaturally frozen.
When a slower shutter speed is selected, a longer time passes from the moment the shutter opens till the moment it closes.
Zoom burst is a technique that entails the variation of the focal length of a zoom lens during a longer exposure.
Test your knowledge of shutter speed with this quiz! From understanding the basics of exposure time to the effects of different shutter speeds on movement and blur, this quiz will challenge your understanding of this important aspect of photography. See if you can identify the correct shutter speed settings for different situations and learn about techniques like zoom burst. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned photographer, this quiz is a great way to test your skills and improve your understanding of shutter speed.
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