Photography Basics Quiz

What does shutter speed represent in photography?

• The sensitivity of the camera to light

• The size of the camera's lens opening

• How long the camera's shutter remains open to light

• The distance between the camera and the subject

Which shutter speed is ideal for freezing action in sports photography?

• 1/15

• 1/1000

• 1

• 30

What effect does a slow shutter speed, such as 1/15, create?

• Freezes action

• Creates artistic effects like silky water or light trails

• Increases noise in the image

• Reduces the depth of field

Which of the following is NOT a component of the exposure triangle?

• Aperture

• Shutter speed

• ISO

• Focal length

What is the primary role of aperture in photography?

• To control the camera's sensitivity to light

• To control the camera's lens opening size

• To control the camera's shutter speed

• To control the distance between the camera and the subject

Which aperture setting is likely to result in a deep depth of field?

• f/1.8

• f/4

• f/8

• f/22

What does the histogram provide in photography?

• A detailed breakdown of colors

• A detailed breakdown of shadows, midtones, and highlights

• A detailed breakdown of camera settings

• A detailed breakdown of lens specifications

What is the key to unveiling the true colors in your photographs?

• Aperture

• Shutter speed

• White balance

• ISO

What is the purpose of white balance in photography?

• To adjust the aperture

• To calibrate the camera to prevailing lighting conditions

• To increase the ISO

• To change the shutter speed

What does a shallow depth of field do to the subject and background in a photograph?

• A) Isolates the subject from the background

• B) Blends the subject with the background

• C) Increases the brightness of the subject

• D) Decreases the sharpness of the subject