Crime Scene Photography

Flashcards covering key terminology and concepts in crime scene photography.

Crime Scene Photography

The practice of documenting a crime scene through photographs to record evidence and layout.

Film Photography

A method using light-sensitive photographic film consisting of silver halide grains to capture images.

Digital Photography

A type of photography where images are captured using light-sensitive microchips and stored as image files.

Single Lens Reflex (SLR) Camera

A camera that allows photographers to see exactly what will be captured via a single lens and the viewfinder.

Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) Camera

A digital camera that uses a reflex mirror and prism system to provide a direct optical view through the lens.

Aperture

The opening of the diaphragm in a camera that controls how much light enters, measured by f-numbers.

Shutter Speed

The length of time that the camera's shutter is open, allowing light to hit the film or microchip.

Depth of Field

The range of distance within a photograph that appears acceptably sharp, influenced by aperture settings.

Overview Photographs

General photographs taken to capture the overall scene and context of the crime location.

Close-up Photographs

Detailed photographs taken to show specific evidence or objects in greater detail.

Filters

Optical devices used to selectively block certain wavelengths of light in photography.

Tripod

A three-legged stand used to stabilize a camera to prevent blurry images.

Photography Log

A detailed record kept by the crime scene photographer documenting all photographs taken.

Telephoto Lens

A lens with a long focal length used to magnify distant subjects.

Wide-angle Lens

A lens with a short focal length that captures a wider field of view.

Macro Lens

A lens used for extreme close-up photography, typically capturing small subjects.

Night Photography

Photographing scenes at night, often requiring external lighting sources.

Impression Photography

A specialized type of photography using oblique lighting to capture details of impressions for forensic analysis.