Photography Test 1 Flashcards
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What is 'chimping' in digital photography?
Answer: Reviewing images on the LCD screen immediately after taking them
Chimping refers to the habit of constantly checking the camera's LCD screen after every shot, which can cause photographers to miss moments.
Which compositional technique involves placing the subject along imaginary lines that divide the frame into nine equal sections?
Answer: Rule of thirds
The rule of thirds places key subjects along lines or intersections that divide the frame into a 3x3 grid, creating a balanced and dynamic composition.
What is the main advantage of shooting in RAW format instead of JPEG?
Answer: Greater flexibility in post-processing with more image data retained
RAW files retain all sensor data without compression, giving photographers much greater latitude for adjusting exposure, white balance, and color in post-processing.
What does a histogram skewed heavily to the left side indicate about an image?
Answer: The image is underexposed
A left-skewed histogram shows that most pixel values are in the dark tones, indicating the image is underexposed.
What is the 'sunny 16 rule' used for in photography?
Answer: Estimating correct daylight exposure without a light meter
The sunny 16 rule states that on a sunny day, correct exposure is achieved at f/16 with a shutter speed equal to the reciprocal of the ISO setting.
What phenomenon causes straight lines to appear curved near the edges of an image when using a wide-angle lens?
Answer: Barrel distortion
Barrel distortion is a lens aberration common in wide-angle lenses where straight lines bow outward from the center of the frame.