Exposure for Street Photography

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What is the ideal aperture for street photography?

  1. f/1.4

  2. f/2.8

  3. f/5.6

  4. f/8


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A smaller aperture, such as f/8, provides a greater depth of field, which is important for capturing sharp images of moving subjects in street photography.

Which shutter speed is best suited for capturing moving subjects in street photography?

  1. 1/1000

  2. 1/500

  3. 1/250

  4. 1/125


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A faster shutter speed, such as 1/1000, is necessary to freeze motion and avoid blurry images of moving subjects in street photography.

How does ISO affect the exposure of a street photograph?

  1. Higher ISO increases exposure

  2. Higher ISO decreases exposure

  3. ISO has no effect on exposure

  4. ISO affects exposure only in low-light conditions


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Increasing the ISO value increases the sensitivity of the camera's sensor to light, allowing more light to be captured in a shorter amount of time, resulting in a brighter image.

What is the purpose of using a histogram in street photography?

  1. To check the overall brightness of the image

  2. To adjust the white balance

  3. To correct the color temperature

  4. To remove unwanted noise


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A histogram is a graphical representation of the distribution of tones in an image, allowing photographers to assess the overall brightness and contrast of the image and make adjustments as needed.

Which exposure mode is most commonly used in street photography?

  1. Manual

  2. Aperture Priority

  3. Shutter Priority

  4. Program


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Aperture Priority mode allows photographers to control the depth of field by setting the aperture value, while the camera automatically adjusts the shutter speed to achieve the correct exposure.

What is the technique of 'panning' used for in street photography?

  1. To capture moving subjects with a blurred background

  2. To create a sense of motion in the image

  3. To reduce camera shake

  4. To focus on a specific subject


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Panning involves moving the camera along with a moving subject, keeping the subject in focus while blurring the background, creating a sense of motion and dynamism in the image.

How can underexposure be corrected in post-processing?

  1. By increasing the brightness

  2. By decreasing the contrast

  3. By adjusting the white balance

  4. By removing unwanted noise


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Underexposure results in a darker image, which can be corrected in post-processing by increasing the brightness or exposure value to make the image brighter.

What is the relationship between aperture, shutter speed, and ISO in street photography?

  1. They are independent of each other

  2. They are all directly proportional

  3. They are all inversely proportional

  4. They are inversely proportional to each other in pairs


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In street photography, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO are inversely proportional to each other in pairs. Increasing one value requires decreasing another to maintain the same exposure.

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:

Bokeh is a technique used to create a blurred background in an image, which is not a common composition technique specifically used in street photography.

What is the purpose of using a flash in street photography?

  1. To add light to a dark scene

  2. To create a sense of drama

  3. To freeze motion

  4. To reduce shadows


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In street photography, a flash can be used to add light to a dark scene, allowing photographers to capture images in low-light conditions or to highlight specific subjects.

How can overexposure be corrected in post-processing?

  1. By decreasing the brightness

  2. By increasing the contrast

  3. By adjusting the white balance

  4. By removing unwanted noise


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Overexposure results in a brighter image, which can be corrected in post-processing by decreasing the brightness or exposure value to make the image darker.

Which of the following is not a common subject for street photography?

  1. People

  2. Architecture

  3. Nature

  4. Animals


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nature is not a common subject for street photography, which typically focuses on capturing human interactions and urban environments.

What is the technique of 'bracketing' used for in street photography?

  1. To capture multiple exposures of the same scene

  2. To create a panorama

  3. To reduce noise

  4. To focus on a specific subject


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bracketing involves taking multiple shots of the same scene at different exposure values, allowing photographers to choose the best exposure or combine them to create a high dynamic range (HDR) image.

How can the depth of field be controlled in street photography?

  1. By adjusting the aperture

  2. By adjusting the shutter speed

  3. By adjusting the ISO

  4. By adjusting the white balance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Depth of field can be controlled by adjusting the aperture. A larger aperture (lower f-number) results in a shallower depth of field, while a smaller aperture (higher f-number) results in a greater depth of field.

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

  1. To stabilize the camera

  2. To create a sense of motion

  3. To reduce noise

  4. To focus on a specific subject


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A tripod is used to stabilize the camera, reducing camera shake and allowing photographers to capture sharp images, especially in low-light conditions or when using slow shutter speeds.

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