Question

camera basics worksheet
photography fundamentals - review questions
name: jaklin trevino date: 10 - 13 - 25
q1. where is the aperture usually located in a camera?
q2. name two reasons for the different physical sizes of cameras.
q3. whats the main difference between dslr and mirrorless cameras?
q4. which mechanism allows us to record a specific period of time on a camera?
q5. what does the prism do in a dslr camera?

Explanation:

• Q1: The aperture is usually located in the lens of a camera. It controls the amount of light entering the camera.
• Q2: Two reasons for different camera sizes are the type of sensor (larger sensors require bigger camera bodies) and the presence of additional features like an optical - viewfinder system (which adds bulk).
• Q3: The main difference between DSLR and mirrorless cameras is that DSLRs use a mirror mechanism to direct light to an optical viewfinder, while mirrorless cameras do not have a mirror and use an electronic viewfinder or the rear - screen for previewing.
• Q4: The shutter mechanism allows us to record a specific period of time on a camera. It controls the duration for which the sensor is exposed to light.
• Q5: In a DSLR camera, the prism redirects the light from the mirror to the optical viewfinder, allowing the photographer to see a real - time, non - electronic view of the scene being photographed.

Answer:

Q1. In the lens.
Q2. Sensor type; Presence of additional features like optical - viewfinder system.
Q3. DSLRs have a mirror mechanism for optical viewfinder, mirrorless don't.
Q4. Shutter mechanism.
Q5. Redirects light from the mirror to the optical viewfinder.