Photography Basics, introduces essential concepts integral to mastering the craft. Core topics include the Exposure Triangle—Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO—which collectively govern light control in image capture. The course examines various camera types, such as DSLRs and mirrorless systems, highlighting differences in sensor sizes (full-frame versus crop sensor) and their impact on field of view and depth of field.
Camera Basics
Camera Types: The curriculum covers DSLR and mirrorless cameras, emphasizing how distinct sensor formats, including full-frame and crop sensors, influence perspective and image aesthetics.
Sensor Size Matters: Crop sensors magnify the scene compared to full-frame sensors, affecting both composition and aperture behavior, which in turn alters field of view and depth of field characteristics.
Lens Basics
The Importance of Lenses:
Focal Length: This specification defines the angle of view and magnification, ranging from wide-angle perspectives to telephoto reach.
Prime vs. Zoom Lenses: Prime lenses feature fixed focal lengths and excel in portraiture and low-light scenarios, while zoom lenses provide versatility, making them ideal for general use and as starter options.
Aperture (f-stop): Aperture size influences both exposure and depth of field; larger apertures (lower f-stop values) admit more light and produce greater background blur.
The Exposure Triangle (The Heart of Photography)
This video details the fundamentals of exposure management:
· Aperture: Regulates the amount of light and depth of field within an image.
· Shutter Speed: Determines motion effects—either freezing action or introducing motion blur—and affects exposure.
· ISO: Adjusts the sensor’s sensitivity to light; increasing ISO brightens an image but may introduce digital noise.
Composition & Advanced Topics
Elements: Mastery of compositional elements—including line, shape, pattern, tone, color, texture, and space—enhances visual storytelling and impact.
Practice: Consistent experimentation with camera settings and familiarity with equipment are encouraged to deepen understanding and achieve creative proficiency.