The Beginner Photography Podcast Learn the Exposure Triangle: Pt2 Shutter Speed
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Jan 25, 2016 Dive into the fascinating world of shutter speed! Discover how your camera's shutter works like a blink and learn its impact on image clarity. Fast shutter speeds can freeze action, perfect for sports and racing photography. Explore creative techniques like slow shutter panning to keep subjects sharp. Plus, find out how historical limitations shaped early photography. Receive expert tips on optimizing shutter speed to capture stunning portraits and vibrant scenes. Don't forget to grab your free camera settings cheat sheet!
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Blinking Demonstration Of Shutter Time
- Raymond and Callum did a blinking experiment to illustrate shutter duration by having Callum open and close his eyes quickly.
- Raymond notes your eye was open about a third of a second and compared that to camera shutter times.
Shutter Time Is Exposure Time
- Shutter speed equals the time the sensor is exposed to light and is conceptually the same for film and digital.
- Raymond emphasizes the exposure triangle (aperture, shutter, ISO) as the enduring foundation of photography.
Use Long Exposures For Stars
- Use long shutter speeds (seconds to minutes) for astrophotography to capture faint starlight.
- Keep the sensor open longer when light is scarce to gather enough exposure for night sky images.