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Photography

The art or practice of capturing images using light, typically through a camera.

Exposure Stops

Differences in exposure expressed as units that double or halve the amount of light.

Shutter Speed

The duration for which a shutter is open to allow light to hit the sensor.

f/stop

A measure of the aperture opening in a camera lens; affects the amount of light entering the camera.

ISO

International Organization for Standardization; affects the camera's sensitivity to light.

Reflective Light Meter

A device used to measure the amount of light in a scene to assist with exposure settings.

Angle of View

The extent of the scene captured in a photograph, influenced by the focal length of the lens.

True Macro Lenses

Lenses designed to capture close-up images at a 1:1 ratio, providing sharp details.

Cardinal Rule #1: Fill the Frame

A principle in photography that suggests getting closer to the subject to improve image quality.

Depth of Field (DOF)

The range of distance within a photo that appears to be in focus.

Roadmapping

A photographic technique used to document bloodstained surfaces in a crime scene investigation.