Shutter Speed Basics

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Shutter speed that is half as long as 1/8

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1/15

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Shutter speed that is twice as long as 1/1000

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1/500

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Shutter speed that is half as long as 1/15

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1/30

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How shutter speeds are typically measured

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In seconds or fractions of a second

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What the shutter speed number represents

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The duration the shutter is open

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Definition of the shutter

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A curtain that opens and closes to expose the digital sensor to light

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What happens when you use a slow shutter speed

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More light enters, creating motion blur

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Effect of fast shutter speed on motion

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Freezes motion, capturing sharp images

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How does shutter speed affect exposure?

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Faster speeds reduce exposure, while slower speeds increase exposure.

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What is the relationship between shutter speed and ISO?

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Faster shutter speeds may require higher ISO to maintain exposure.