Photography Terminology Quiz

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What is the purpose of using a smaller lens opening?

To ensure all objects in the photo are sharp

Which focusing device is used to control the sharpness of the object being photographed?

Scale Bed

What does a photographer achieve by using a fast shutter speed?

Freezing motion

What happens when an object is not in focus using the Split Image focusing method?

The object appears double Signup and view all the answers

Which type of focusing device is used for viewing distance estimation?

Viewfinder Type Signup and view all the answers

How does a photographer ensure all objects are sharp in a photo?

By using a larger lens opening Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'film speed' refer to?

The degree of sensitivity of the film emulsion to light Signup and view all the answers

Which type of photographic paper is intended for purposes that involve folding?

Double weight paper Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a ground glass in a camera?

To focus the image before taking a photograph Signup and view all the answers

What determines the light-gathering power of a lens?

The aperture of the lens Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the shutter in a camera?

To control the amount of light entering the camera Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a lens aperture?

To control the depth of field Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the lens aperture?

To control the amount of light reaching the film or sensor Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the camera is responsible for controlling the duration of exposure?

Shutter speed Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the f-number and the light-gathering power of the lens?

A lower f-number corresponds to higher light-gathering power Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the viewfinder in a camera?

To show the photographer the scene coverage that can be recorded Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the film advancer in a camera?

To transfer the unexposed film from the supply spool to the take-up spool Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the camera is responsible for focusing the image on the film or sensor plane?

Lens focusing mechanism Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Camera Components

A camera has five basic parts: light tight box, lens, shutter, holder of sensitized material, and view finder.
The viewing system shows the photographer the entire scene that can be recorded.

Lens

The lens is responsible for gathering power and controlling the amount of light that reaches the sensitized material.
The diameter of the whole lens is expressed in f-numbers (e.g. f 2.8, f-4, f-5.6, f-8, f-11, f-16).
The lower the f-number, the bigger the lens opening and the greater the amount of light that enters.

Shutter

Shutter speed controls the time of exposure of the film to light.
Shutter speeds include: 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, etc.

Lens Aperture

Lens aperture is the opening or relative aperture of the lens.
It is expressed in a fraction of the diameter of the whole lens.

Focusing

Focusing is the process of controlling the degree of sharpness of the image.
Types of focusing devices include: range finder (coincidence or split image type), ground glass, and scale bed.

Types of Cameras

Viewfinder type camera uses a viewing system to show the photographer the scene.
Other types of cameras include ground glass and scale bed.

Film Speed

Film speed (emulsion speed) refers to the degree of sensitivity of the film to light.
Film speed is expressed in ASA (e.g. 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 100, 200, 400) or DIN (e.g. 12, 15, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30, 33, etc.).

Paper Types

Papers used in photography include:
- Silver bromide paper (used for projection, printing, and enlarging)
- Double weight paper (used for projection and contact printing)
- Variable contrast paper (combines contrast range in one paper)
- Glossy paper (produces varying contrast responses)
- Semi-matte paper (smooth surface)
- Rough paper ( textured surface)
Papers can also be classified by their weight (lightweight, single weight, double weight), texture (glossy, semi-matte, rough), and color (white, cream, etc.).