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Final Exam
Study Guide for the Final Exam 2012
11
Photography
Not Applicable
12/16/2012

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Term
ASA/ISO
Definition
The numerical rating that indicates the light sensitivity of a particular type of film or cmera sensor
Term
Equivalent exposure
Definition
Using a different shutter and aperture setting to make identical exposures. Used to control depth and motion
Term
Aperture
Definition

The camera part that controls the amount of light let into the camera by the size of the opening

Measured by the f-stop

Term
Shutter
Definition
The cammera part that controls the amount of light allowed to enter the camera by the amount of time that it remains open
Term
Light Meter
Definition
Measure the amount of light needed to get a good exposure
Term
Hot Shoe
Definition
The slotted area on top of the camera body that allows a connection to an electric flash unit
Term
S.L.R
Definition

Single Lens Reflex

A camera type that has a mirror and a prism that are used to reflect the image seen though the lens into the viewfinder.

Term
Depth of Field
Definition

Obtained by the f-stop

  • Shallow depth: Large aperture openting
  • Great/larger depth: Small aperture opening
Term
Zoom Lens
Definition
Has variable focal lengths
Term
Tripod
Definition
A piece of equipment that provides a steady base for a camera and is essential to the photographer when shooting at slow shutter speeds
Term
Reflector
Definition
A piece of cardborad, paper, mirror, fabric, etc. that is used to bounce light back unto the subject. Most commonly used to provide fill for shadows
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