Photography Lecture Hall

Some Good Things To Know About Photography

Welcome to the Photography Lecture hall.

Want to know more about apertures and f-stops, shutter speeds, understanding depth of field and how you can use them to take better pictures?

The photography lecture hall covers in greater detail some of the terms used in the free on-line photography lessons you will find on this site.

When you’re doing these photography lessons, you may run into some terms or concepts that you want to know more about. This is where you’ll find that information.


Note: Additional items are being added regularly, so check back often. And be sure to visit the Home page where you will find lots of free on-line photography lessons that teach you how to take better pictures.


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Photography Lecture Hall Articles

Digital Camera Image Sensor

An image sensor in a digital camera is the digital equivalent to film in conventional photography.

White Balance and Color Temperatures in Photography

Understanding white balance and color temperatures for accurate color rendition in film and digital photography.

Lens Focal Length

The lens focal length is a measurement in mm from the optical center of the lens to the focal plane.

Understanding Depth of Field

Depth of Field (DOF) is a powerful and creative tool that can improve your photos. And it is not that difficult to learn…

Camera Shutter Speeds

The shutter speed is one of the controls that determines the exact amount of exposure your film or image sensor receives.

Apertures and F-stops

Apertures and F-stops …A camera is basically a light tight box, and in order to expose an image, there must be a way of letting in a controlled amount of light.