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Shaun Perry Grey Highlands Secondary. Introduction to Digital Photography. Overview. Digital Photography Basics The Art of Photography Hands-On. Digital Photography Basics. Digital vs. Film. When Size Does Matter. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Shaun PerryGrey Highlands Secondary
Digital Photography BasicsThe Art of PhotographyHands-On
Digital vs. Film
Advantages Disadvantages
Instant gratification Initial cost
Instant retake opportunity
Knowledge
Easy duplication and sharing
Supporting hardware (computer, software, printer)
Most of the current small 5MP digital cameras use 1/1.8" sensors which are about 7mm x 5mm
The bottom line is that, for a given pixel count, the larger the sensor (and hence the larger the area of the individual pixels) the better the image quality and the lower the noise level
Pixel= picture (pix) element (els)
Megapixel= a million pixelsA pixel is essentially “a dot”Generally the more “dots” the
better the qualityAkin to “dpi”(dots per inch)
which is a term used in printing
Never buy a camera with less than 5Mp
5MP=2000x2500 pixels=8x10 printsHowever, megapixels alone do not
insure a good quality photoLenses, ISO sensitivity, flash,
upgradability, battery endurance all play major roles
Resolution=quality of imageDegree of sharpness of an image
displayed The higher the resolution, the higher
the number of pixelsThe higher the resolution the larger
the image file
Forms of compression (using mathematical equations)
Jpg uses tricks in human colour perception to “squash” like colours together (95% of photos taken/stored are JPGs)
TIFFs offer better image quality The higher the compression=smaller
file=lower quality of image RAW is uncompressed image data (huge
files…popular with DSLR users)
ISO=sensitivity to light (most film based cameras use ISO 400 film). Basic rule, the lower the ISO the better the colour reproduction/detail, the higher the ISO the more responsive to light
Aperture= The aperture of a lens is the diameter of the lens opening and is usually controlled by an iris
The larger the diameter of the aperture, the more light reaches the film / image sensor (measured in F-stops)
The larger the aperture=more light allowed in Aperture works hand in hand with shutter speed (a good digital
camera allows you a large range of F stops (F 1.8 to F16 would be ideal)
Changing the aperture also allows you to change your depth of field
Light, light, and more light Focus means everything (the better
the photo you bring back to be “edited” the better your result will be)
Rule of Thirds/Leading Lines/Fill the Frame/Point of View are all good techniques to follow
A camera’s ISO rating is a good indicator of it’s sensitivity to light
The higher the ISO (some digital cameras will allow a setting of 3200) means more sensitivity
Cavet, as sensitivity to light goes up so does “artifacting” and noise
Light is the most important element in taking “good” pictures
Understanding the role of light and shadows and how cameras focus will make for better pics
The internal flashes in most digital cameras will not work with subjects beyond 8 feet (they also tend to wash out most subjects that are too close)
In your mind, divide the frame into thirds, both horizontally and vertically (think tic-tac-toe)
Most important part of your pic (center of interest) at one of the four places the lines cross
Action should appear to be moving to the center
Horizon lines should be on the horizontal dividing lines
Can be almost anything (road, path, sidewalk, fence, river, hedge, etc)
You won’t find them in every photo opportunity, but if they are there, take advantage of them
Shadows may hamper the time of day @ which these type of photos can be taken
Start your leading line in the corner of your picture
Always move in close enough that your subject fills the viewfinder (remember on most digital cameras you only see 85-95% of the actual image in the viewfinder)
If you are showing people doing something, be sure that you are close enough to see what they are doing
There is no law that says all pictures have to be taken from eye level.
Different angles change the story of the picture, and can produce some spectacular results
You can avoid cluttered or ugly backgrounds by looking up at people (with trees or blue sky as your background)
Pictures of small children or pets are alwa
Feel free to experiment and get off the “auto” settings :-)
Most digital cameras have predefined shooting modes (which auto set ISO/Aperture and Shutter Speed for different shooting situations)
Often a camera icon (or a green box, or the word “auto”). Most popular usually “fail safe” setting. Produces less spectacular pictures.
Portrait setting for close to medium distances. Can produce spectacular shots where the depth of field is shallow, thus having the person in focus and the background blurry.
Night Portrait Mode is useful for low light situations where the subject is close to the camera.
Macro Mode is useful when taking pictures that are very close to the camera. It is best to use a tripod with this setting.
Landscape Mode is often used for long distances. Only use this setting when there is plenty of natural light.
The Action Setting optimizes the ISO, Aperture and Shutter speed to “freeze action”. The detail is not very high in this setting. Tripod is recommended.
Aperture Priority In this mode you as the photographer sets the aperture that you wish to use and the camera makes a decision about what shutter speed is appropriate in the conditions that you’re shooting in.
Shutter Priority (time value) In this mode you as the photographer choose the shutter speed that you wish to shoot at and let the camera make a decision about what aperture to select to give a well exposed shot.
Manual In this mode you control both the aperture and the shutter speed. This gives you the most control, but should be reserved for advanced photographers.
Questions?Digital Scavenger Hunt (in groups)Prizes? Did some one say prizes?