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What type of camera has a sensor that converts light into eletrical charges?

Any film camera with a light meter, and every digital camera, has a sensor that will do that.


What is exposure in a digital camera?

Exposure is the combination of shutter speed and aperture used to expose the image sensor in a digital camera. When the image sensor receives the right amount of light, your picture comes out correctly exposed. The camera's light meter determines how big to open the aperture (the hole to allow light in) and for how long (the shutter speed). If the image sensor receives less light than it requires, your picture comes out under-exposed. If the image sensor receives more light than it requires, your picture comes out over-exposed.


What part of a camera controls the amount of light that enters the camera?

The functional opening is the aperture, the opening that controls the amount of light that hits the photosensitive surface. You may have a camera with interchangeable lenses that screw into and out of the camera's body. The opening into which the lens is screwed is not the aperture.


Light reaches areas that are not in direct light by means of?

Light reaches areas that are not in direct light by means of indirect light. The indirect light reaches the areas by reflecting off other surfaces.


What is the amount of light that reaches the film in a camera called?

Light is usually measured in candle power or candellas. The temperature of the light is measured in degrees, kelvin. You'll find greater detail at the local library or through research on the internet.

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How does shutter speed work to control the amount of light that reaches the camera sensor?

Shutter speed controls the amount of time the camera's shutter is open, determining how much light reaches the sensor. A faster shutter speed lets in less light, while a slower speed lets in more light.


What does the shutter do when taking a photograph?

The shutter opens and closes to control the amount of light that reaches the camera's sensor when taking a photograph.


What is the function of the camera diaphragm in controlling the amount of light that enters the camera?

The camera diaphragm controls the size of the aperture, which is the opening through which light enters the camera. By adjusting the size of the aperture, the diaphragm regulates the amount of light that reaches the camera sensor, allowing for proper exposure of the photograph.


How does a camera shutter work to control the amount of light entering the camera?

A camera shutter is like a curtain that opens and closes to control how long light enters the camera. When the shutter opens, light enters the camera and hits the image sensor or film. The longer the shutter is open, the more light enters, and the brighter the image. The shutter speed determines how quickly the shutter opens and closes, affecting the amount of light that reaches the sensor.


How does an aperture work to control the amount of light entering a camera?

An aperture in a camera works by adjusting the size of the opening through which light enters the camera. By changing the size of the aperture, the amount of light that reaches the camera's sensor can be controlled. A smaller aperture lets in less light, while a larger aperture lets in more light.


What type of camera has a sensor that converts light into eletrical charges?

Any film camera with a light meter, and every digital camera, has a sensor that will do that.


What is the meaning of expusure?

Exposure refers to the amount of light that reaches the camera sensor when taking a photograph. It affects the overall brightness and darkness of the image. Proper exposure is important for capturing a well-balanced and well-lit photograph.


Which sensor will detect light when white light shines into the camera?

A camera sensor is typically equipped with a digital image sensor called a CMOS that contains individual pixels that can detect light. When white light shines into the camera, the pixels in the sensor will capture the intensity and color of the light to produce an electronic image.


How do camera shutters work to control the exposure of light in photography?

Camera shutters work by opening and closing quickly to control the amount of light that reaches the camera's sensor or film. When the shutter opens, light enters the camera and exposes the sensor or film. The longer the shutter is open, the more light is allowed in, resulting in a brighter image. Conversely, a shorter shutter speed lets in less light, creating a darker image. By adjusting the shutter speed, photographers can control the exposure of light in their photographs.


What does a camera lens do?

Centers and refocuses light onto the camera's sensor.


What do camera lens do?

Centers and refocuses light onto the camera's sensor.


What does the lens on a digital camera do?

It focuses the light entering the camera onto the sensor.