The use of a Flash in photography
A flash is a device used in photography producing a flash of artificial light (typically 1/1000 to 1/200 of a second) at a color temperature of about 5500 K to help illuminate a scene. A major purpose…
History on the instantaneous shutter.
THE INSTANTANEOUS SHUTTER. The rapid dry plate and the quick acting lens have created a necessity for a shutter that would make an instantaneous exposure, in order that sharp pictures…
History on Pneumatic Shutters
PNEUMATIC SHUTTERS, The Cadett Shutter--The Lightning Shutter The Garland Shutter--The Invisible Shutter. THE PNEUMATIC SHUTTER FOR THE CAMERA. This device for making exposures in the photographic studio has proved…
The Mirror and the Camera
The Mirror and the Camera Illustration: FIG. 1.—effect obtained with parallel Mirrors Quite a number of novel effects can be obtained by the aid of one or more mirrors. If two…
9 Essential gear items for the beginner photographer
9 Essential gear items for the beginner photographer Camera Tripod Remote Shutter Release Prime Lens External Flash (Speedlight) AA Batteries + Battery Charger SD Memory Cards Camera Cleaning Kit Camera…
What are the basics of photography?
There are three basic elements to understand Shutter Speed Aperture ISO / Film Speed Shutter Speed Shutter Speed is the duration that the shutter is open, the longer it…
PHOTOGRAPHY CAMERA STANDS
PHOTOGRAPHY CAMERA STANDS. A stand or support for the camera box and lens, by means of which the box and lens can be raised or lowered or moved about the…
History and more info on camera lenses
CAMERA LENSES. THE OPTICS OF PHOTOGRAPHY. A solar beam of light is a bundle of rays; a ray being the smallest portion of light which can emanate from a luminous…
Camera Lenses for Beginners
Nikon 20mm f/2.8D AF Nikkor lens and Canon EF 20mm f/2.8 USM wide angle lens are two good choices for beginners if you are looking for a wide-angle lens.
