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Understanding the Technical Aspects of Street Photography

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Which of the following is NOT a common lens focal length used in street photography?

  1. 35mm

  2. 50mm

  3. 100mm

  4. 24mm


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

While 35mm, 50mm, and 24mm are popular focal lengths for street photography due to their versatility and ability to capture both wide and tight shots, 100mm is typically considered too long for this genre, as it limits the photographer's ability to capture candid moments and requires more distance from the subject.

What is the primary purpose of using a fast shutter speed in street photography?

  1. To freeze motion

  2. To create a sense of movement

  3. To increase depth of field

  4. To reduce noise


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In street photography, a fast shutter speed is often used to freeze motion, capturing decisive moments and preventing subject blur. This is especially important when photographing moving subjects or in situations where there is a lot of movement.

Which of the following is NOT a common composition technique used in street photography?

  1. Leading lines

  2. Rule of thirds

  3. Symmetry

  4. Bokeh


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While leading lines, the rule of thirds, and symmetry are common composition techniques used to create visually appealing street photographs, bokeh (the aesthetic quality of the out-of-focus areas in a photograph) is not typically considered a primary composition technique in this genre.

What is the primary advantage of using a wide aperture in street photography?

  1. Increased depth of field

  2. Reduced depth of field

  3. Faster shutter speeds

  4. Lower ISO settings


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Using a wide aperture in street photography allows the photographer to achieve a shallow depth of field, which can help to isolate the subject from the background and create a sense of depth and dimension in the image.

Which of the following is NOT a common camera setting used in street photography?

  1. Manual focus

  2. Autofocus

  3. Aperture priority mode

  4. Shutter priority mode


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

While autofocus, aperture priority mode, and shutter priority mode are common camera settings used in street photography, manual focus is typically not recommended, as it can be difficult to achieve accurate focus quickly in fast-paced street environments.

What is the primary purpose of using a high ISO setting in street photography?

  1. To reduce noise

  2. To increase depth of field

  3. To create a sense of movement

  4. To allow for faster shutter speeds


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In street photography, a high ISO setting is often used to allow for faster shutter speeds, which can help to freeze motion and prevent subject blur, especially in low-light conditions.

Which of the following is NOT a common street photography technique?

  1. Candid photography

  2. Long-exposure photography

  3. Photojournalism

  4. Street portraits


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

While candid photography, long-exposure photography, and street portraits are common street photography techniques, photojournalism is typically considered a separate genre of photography that focuses on documenting news and current events.

What is the primary advantage of using a small aperture in street photography?

  1. Increased depth of field

  2. Reduced depth of field

  3. Faster shutter speeds

  4. Lower ISO settings


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Using a small aperture in street photography allows the photographer to achieve a large depth of field, which can help to keep both the subject and the background in focus, creating a sense of sharpness and clarity throughout the image.

Which of the following is NOT a common street photography subject?

  1. People

  2. Architecture

  3. Nature

  4. Animals


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

While people, architecture, and animals are common street photography subjects, nature is typically not considered a primary subject in this genre, as street photography typically focuses on capturing human interactions and urban environments.

What is the primary purpose of using a tripod in street photography?

  1. To stabilize the camera

  2. To create a sense of movement

  3. To increase depth of field

  4. To reduce noise


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In street photography, a tripod is often used to stabilize the camera, especially in low-light conditions or when using slow shutter speeds, to prevent camera shake and ensure sharp images.

Which of the following is NOT a common street photography camera?

  1. DSLR

  2. Mirrorless

  3. Point-and-shoot

  4. Medium format


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While DSLR, mirrorless, and point-and-shoot cameras are common choices for street photography, medium format cameras are typically not used in this genre due to their larger size, weight, and higher cost.

What is the primary advantage of using a rangefinder camera in street photography?

  1. Faster autofocus

  2. Increased depth of field

  3. More accurate focusing

  4. Quieter operation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Rangefinder cameras are often preferred by street photographers for their more accurate focusing capabilities, especially when shooting in low-light conditions or when trying to focus on moving subjects.

Which of the following is NOT a common street photography accessory?

  1. External flash

  2. Polarizing filter

  3. Neutral density filter

  4. Remote shutter release


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While external flash, polarizing filters, and neutral density filters are common street photography accessories, a remote shutter release is typically not used in this genre, as it can be cumbersome and slow down the photographer's ability to capture candid moments.

What is the primary purpose of using a polarizing filter in street photography?

  1. To reduce glare

  2. To increase contrast

  3. To create a sense of movement

  4. To reduce noise


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Polarizing filters are often used in street photography to reduce glare and reflections from surfaces such as water, glass, and metal, helping to improve the overall clarity and contrast of the image.

Which of the following is NOT a common street photography editing technique?

  1. Cropping

  2. Color correction

  3. Black and white conversion

  4. HDR processing


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While cropping, color correction, and black and white conversion are common street photography editing techniques, HDR processing is typically not used in this genre, as it can result in an overly artificial and unrealistic look.

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