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Photography techniques
Photography techniques refers to various methods of taking pictures through the use of different camera functions, lighting, angles and exposure time.
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Photography techniques
Sharpness
Photography; Photography techniques
This refers to how distinct the outlines in the image are. High sharpness means that there are no blurry outlines and everything looks very distinct.
Shallow DOF
Photography; Photography techniques
only a small amount of the image is in focus, minimising distracting backgrounds or directing a viewer’s attention to a specific part of a photograph.
Shutter Speed
Photography; Photography techniques
The shutter controls the amount of time that the light can strike the imaging sensor. Along with the aperture that controls the amount of light, the shutter speed works in combination to control the ...
Shutter Speed - Priority AE
Photography; Photography techniques
An AE mode which enables the user to set the shutter speed while the camera sets the aperture automatically to obtain a correct exposure. It is effective for freezing or blurring the movement.
Single Focal Length Lens
Photography; Photography techniques
A lens with a fixed focal length that does not change unlike a zoom lens.
Sports Mode
Photography; Photography techniques
This mode is for fast-moving objects when you want to freeze the action. It uses faster shutter speed combined with higher ISO setting.
Standard
Photography; Photography techniques
This is an all-around Picture Style which makes the image look sharp and vivid.
