Photography and Media Camera Equipment & Technology 2

Question 1

What type of camera viewfinder shows the scene directly through the lens via a mirror system?

Accepted Answer

Optical viewfinder (OVF)

Answer

An optical viewfinder (OVF) in a DSLR uses a mirror and pentaprism to show the photographer the exact scene through the lens.

Question 2

What is a 'prime' lens?

Accepted Answer

A lens with a fixed focal length

Answer

A prime lens has a fixed, non-adjustable focal length, as opposed to a zoom lens that can change focal lengths.

Question 3

What does 'TTL' flash metering stand for?

Accepted Answer

Through-The-Lens

Answer

TTL (Through-The-Lens) flash metering allows the camera to measure flash exposure by reading light that passes through the lens.

Question 4

Which camera setting controls how long the sensor is exposed to light?

Accepted Answer

Shutter speed

Answer

Shutter speed determines the duration the camera's shutter remains open, directly controlling how long the sensor is exposed to light.

Question 5

What is 'image stabilization' (IS or VR) designed to compensate for?

Accepted Answer

Camera shake from handholding

Answer

Image stabilization compensates for small involuntary camera movements caused by hand-holding, reducing blur at slower shutter speeds.

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