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CC

(8,039 posts)
Tue Dec 22, 2015, 07:17 PM Dec 2015

A neat chart to help understand exposure.

Last edited Wed Dec 23, 2015, 12:00 AM - Edit history (1)

I almost forgot why I came in earlier. Someone shared this link on FB and I think it is the easiest chart to understand on aperture, shutter speed and ISO at a glance. There are plenty of books out there for more detailed explanations but sometimes simple works better.



http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/picture-show-you-clearly-the-effects-aperture-shutter-speed-and-iso-images.html

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A neat chart to help understand exposure. (Original Post) CC Dec 2015 OP
Thanks! Solly Mack Dec 2015 #1
I've seen this chart floating around the internet for many years Major Nikon Dec 2015 #2
Excellent. alfredo Dec 2015 #3
That is a useful chart liberal N proud Dec 2015 #4
For those dark of night CC Dec 2015 #5
Yes, I have a led pen light in the bag and a squeeze light on a chain on the strap. liberal N proud Dec 2015 #6
Before I went on my Aurora shooting trip in August, Blue_In_AK Dec 2015 #9
Never even thought about that CC Dec 2015 #10
I have a headlight in each car and my toolbox liberal N proud Dec 2015 #11
Here is a little tip for this chart... liberal N proud Dec 2015 #7
Good idea. :) CC Dec 2015 #8
Thank you! 2naSalit Dec 2015 #12

Major Nikon

(36,827 posts)
2. I've seen this chart floating around the internet for many years
Tue Dec 22, 2015, 08:27 PM
Dec 2015

It's a good chart. Here's a few things I'd add...

For 35mm and APS sized formats (most DSLRs), diffraction distortion will start to become noticeable with most lenses starting at F11 or F16, becoming more noticeable the smaller the aperture. Also most lenses will not be at their sharpest until stopped down one or two stops. So a F/2 maximum aperture lens will probably be at it's sharpest somewhere between f/4 and f/5.6.

Telephoto lenses are more subject to camera shake than normal or wide angle lenses. A good rule of thumb for hand holding the camera is to use a shutter speed that's at or faster than the focal distance. In other words, a 200mm telephoto would need a shutter speed of 1/200 or shorter. This still means you need to use good steady hand holding technique.

Wide angle lenses have much more depth of field than telephoto lenses, so it's a good idea to consult the DoF marks if the lens has them (most modern lenses don't), or a DoF chart for the focal length you are using. Smart phone apps are also good for this.

liberal N proud

(60,346 posts)
4. That is a useful chart
Wed Dec 23, 2015, 08:22 AM
Dec 2015

Worth printing, laminating and sticking in the camera bag.

My problem is taking pictures in dark situations where it is difficult to see the settings. You want to take that great night shot but can't see to make the changes.

If you are not totally familiar with your camera, it is difficult.

CC

(8,039 posts)
5. For those dark of night
Wed Dec 23, 2015, 06:56 PM
Dec 2015

situations I keep a small led flashlight in my camera bag and found one that will clip onto my camera strap. I do know my camera but sometimes you just need to see anyway.



liberal N proud

(60,346 posts)
6. Yes, I have a led pen light in the bag and a squeeze light on a chain on the strap.
Reply to CC (Reply #5)
Wed Dec 23, 2015, 07:39 PM
Dec 2015

I knew my old 35 mm SLR and could set it up in the dark, but I was much younger, my eyes were better and cameras were simple by today standard.

I also have a ball cap clip on flash light that has red light for situations where even a pen light would be unwanted.

I have access to the latest flashlight technology because I work for a battery company who is also a large producer of flashlights.

Great minds think alike.

Blue_In_AK

(46,436 posts)
9. Before I went on my Aurora shooting trip in August,
Fri Dec 25, 2015, 04:38 PM
Dec 2015

I got a headlamp with a red bulb. It works really great in night-time situations without blinding you.

CC

(8,039 posts)
10. Never even thought about that
Fri Dec 25, 2015, 08:14 PM
Dec 2015

and I already have one that does the red along with white and flashing white.

liberal N proud

(60,346 posts)
11. I have a headlight in each car and my toolbox
Fri Dec 25, 2015, 09:29 PM
Dec 2015

I guess next one will go in camera bag.

We get all the latest to test before they go to market.

liberal N proud

(60,346 posts)
7. Here is a little tip for this chart...
Thu Dec 24, 2015, 09:40 AM
Dec 2015

I was thinking of printing this and then laminate it, but why not send through with a batch of prints on a 4x6 print, then stick it in your bag. IT would have some durability. But when it does get too damaged, print another.

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