CHAPTER 7Using the Camera
In the hands of even a moderately skilled photographer who knows the capabilities of the camera, even a cell phone can produce reasonable pictures. Unfortunately, owning a camera and knowing which button to push doesn't make you a photographer, any more than owning an automobile makes you a Formula One racecar driver.
Andy Ciddor, TV Technology
Today's cameras can create high-quality images. With the right techniques, you can produce interesting and persuasive images. A working knowledge of the camera, lenses, depth of field, shutters, and f-stops is essential to obtain images with the maximum impact.
TERMS
▪ Action line (line/eye line): The imaginary line along the direction of the action in the scene. Cameras should ...
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