Intro To Photography Terms And Vocab

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    ________ is the range of focus within a photo, either all is in focus, or only subject is in focus and background is blurred.

    • Depth-of-View
    • Depth-of-Field
    • Depths of the ocean
    • Department of Food
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This quiz is meant to test students' knowledge of basic photographic terms and vocabulary.

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  • 2. 

    Rule-of-thirds is a good rule of thumb for__________?

    • Composition

    • Pie-baking

    • Focusing

    • Pause three seconds before each shot

    Correct Answer
    A. Composition
    Explanation
    The rule-of-thirds is a good rule of thumb for composition. It suggests that an image should be divided into nine equal parts by two equally spaced horizontal lines and two equally spaced vertical lines. The main subject of the image should be placed along these lines or at the points where they intersect, resulting in a more balanced and visually appealing composition. This rule helps to create a sense of harmony and balance in the image, guiding the viewer's eye and making the composition more engaging.

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    The_____________is on the upper back part of a DSLR, and some point-and-shoot cameras. This is what you look through to frame your shot.

    • LCD screen

    • Eye Loupe

    • Viewfinder

    • Missle Launch Screen

    Correct Answer
    A. Viewfinder
    Explanation
    The viewfinder is located on the upper back part of a DSLR and some point-and-shoot cameras. It is the component through which you look to frame your shot. The viewfinder allows you to see exactly what the camera lens is capturing, helping you compose your image accurately. It provides a real-time preview of the scene, allowing you to make adjustments and ensure that your subject is properly framed within the frame.

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    The____________controls how much light hits the film or sensor

    • Shutter speed

    • Focus ring

    • Zoom

    • Aperture

    Correct Answer
    A. Aperture
    Explanation
    The aperture controls how much light hits the film or sensor. It is the adjustable opening in the lens that allows light to pass through. By adjusting the size of the aperture, the photographer can control the amount of light entering the camera. A larger aperture (smaller f-number) lets in more light, while a smaller aperture (larger f-number) allows less light to pass through. This is important for controlling the exposure of the image and also affects the depth of field, determining how much of the image is in focus.

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  • 5. 

    A wide angle lens will give you a greater_____________ than a telephoto lens.

    • Diameter

    • Field-of-view

    • Compliment

    • Exposure

    Correct Answer
    A. Field-of-view
    Explanation
    A wide angle lens will give you a greater field-of-view than a telephoto lens. This means that the wide angle lens can capture a wider area in the frame, allowing for more of the scene to be included in the photograph. On the other hand, a telephoto lens has a narrower field-of-view, resulting in a closer and more zoomed-in perspective.

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    The______________controls how long light is allowed to hit the film or sensor.

    • Hotshoe

    • Exposure limiter

    • Shutter speed

    • Aperture

    Correct Answer
    A. Shutter speed
    Explanation
    The shutter speed refers to the amount of time that the camera's shutter remains open, allowing light to hit the film or sensor. It controls the duration of exposure, determining how long the film or sensor is exposed to light. A faster shutter speed will result in a shorter exposure time, while a slower shutter speed will result in a longer exposure time. By adjusting the shutter speed, photographers can control the amount of light that enters the camera, which in turn affects the brightness and sharpness of the image.

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  • 7. 

    This image format is used by serious photographers allowing much greater control in editing, and is fully uncompressed.

    • JPEG

    • TIFF

    • RAW

    • PNG

    Correct Answer
    A. RAW
    Explanation
    RAW is the correct answer because it is a file format used by serious photographers that allows for maximum control in editing. Unlike other formats like JPEG, TIFF, and PNG, RAW files are fully uncompressed, meaning they retain all the original data captured by the camera's sensor. This gives photographers the ability to make precise adjustments to exposure, white balance, and other settings without sacrificing image quality. RAW files also preserve more details and offer greater flexibility in post-processing compared to other formats.

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  • 8. 

    This is the part on top of the camera used for holding a speedlight flash or other accessories

    • Top Mount

    • Top Shoe

    • Hotshoe

    • Flash Mount

    Correct Answer
    A. Hotshoe
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Hotshoe". The hotshoe is the part on top of the camera that is used for holding a speedlight flash or other accessories. It provides a secure and convenient way to attach external flashes or other compatible accessories to the camera. The hotshoe typically has electrical contacts that allow communication between the camera and the attached accessory, enabling features like automatic exposure and TTL flash control.

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  • 9. 

    In your own words, using proper spelling AND grammar, in a paragraph, or two, describe how the terms and vocabulary covered will affect your photography.

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