Are you an amateur photographer? Take this simple and basic quiz to find out how much you know about your trade.
1.For cameras, the quality of an image depends upon:
a. The megapixel count. The higher the number of megapixels, bigger the image size and better crop quality b. The type of sensor, lens and lighting conditions c. Both
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Wrong The correct answer is c. Correct! Though a higher megapixel count does increase the resolution of images, it also depends on whether the sensor you have is best equipped to handle photography.
Correct! Correct! Though a higher megapixel count does increase the resolution of images, it also depends on whether the sensor you have is best equipped to handle photography.
The photography quiz you MUST take
August 27, 2013 12:21 IST
2.Which zoom is superior: optical or digital?
a. Optical zoom because it is able to focus on far away details without loss in quality. It is true zoom with optics b. Digital zoom because it ensures better quality of zooming without loss in detail. It is in-camera image processing. In simple words it enlarges the image digitally c. There is no difference. Both types of zoom lens are sufficient.
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Wrong The correct answer is a. Correct! Optical zoom is considered superior to digital zoom since the latter in fact loses quality as you zoom in.
Correct! Correct! Optical zoom is considered superior to digital zoom since the latter in fact loses quality as you zoom in.
The photography quiz you MUST take
August 27, 2013 12:21 IST
3.The function of an image processor in a camera is to:
a. Processes the data of video and images into media b. Increases noise in images c. Prolong shutter time
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Wrong The correct answer is a. The image processor is one of the most important parts of a digital camera since it processes videos and images into media. It also helps reduce the noise in images and reduces the shutter time in between taking pictures.
Correct! The image processor is one of the most important parts of a digital camera since it processes videos and images into media. It also helps reduce the noise in images and reduces the shutter time in between taking pictures.
The photography quiz you MUST take
August 27, 2013 12:21 IST
4.Taking pictures at a high ISO range usually results in:
a. Grainier pictures, if the image processor is unable to handle to capture images at very high speeds. b. Sharper pictures, regardless of the image processor c. It makes no difference to the quality of pictures
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Wrong The correct answer is a. ISO range should only be used if the image processor is capable of capturing images at high speeds. Most expensive DSLRs can manage this without much issue.
Correct! ISO range should only be used if the image processor is capable of capturing images at high speeds. Most expensive DSLRs can manage this without much issue.
The photography quiz you MUST take
August 27, 2013 12:21 IST
5.When is a telephoto lens the most useful?
a. When taking wide-range shots and trying to fit everything into the frame b. When shooting close-up photos, or photos of quickly moving objects and to get closer to the subject or isolate the background/surrounding c. When generally taking pictures
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Wrong The correct answer is b. A telephoto lens is a type of lens in which the focal length is greater than the physical length of the lens, ensuring a narrower field of view. The highest level of telephoto lens, namely super-telephoto lens, has an angle of view that may vary from 8 degrees to less than 1 degree.
Correct! A telephoto lens is a type of lens in which the focal length is greater than the physical length of the lens, ensuring a narrower field of view. The highest level of telephoto lens, namely super-telephoto lens, has an angle of view that may vary from 8 degrees to less than 1 degree.
The photography quiz you MUST take
August 27, 2013 12:21 IST
6.The aperture of a camera is denoted by number called f-numbers. If the f-number is large then:
a. All objects in an image can be focused on at the same time b. Reduces distortion of images when focusing c. Both
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Wrong The correct answer is c. The higher the f-number, easier it becomes to focus on images in the same plane without distortion. As the f-number decreases, with aperture decreasing, it isolates the subject blurring the background.
Correct! The higher the f-number, easier it becomes to focus on images in the same plane without distortion. As the f-number decreases, with aperture decreasing, it isolates the subject blurring the background.
The photography quiz you MUST take
August 27, 2013 12:21 IST
7.Auto focus is usually the best setting for beginners because:
a. It automatically focuses on the subject rather than manually focusing b. It gives the best quality of images, since the image processor is better at deciding what would make for greater quality c. Both
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Wrong The correct answer is a. Auto focus doesn't always give the best possible shot according to photographers. However, it is perfect for those who don't want to fiddle with different settings.
Correct! Auto focus doesn't always give the best possible shot according to photographers. However, it is perfect for those who don't want to fiddle with different settings.
The photography quiz you MUST take
August 27, 2013 12:21 IST
8.A backside illuminated or BSI sensor is best for:
a. General-purpose photography b. High-speed photography c. Improving low light performance of camera
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Wrong The correct answer is c. A BSI sensor is best suited for low-light photography, since it is created especially to increase the amount of light that the camera can capture.
Correct! A BSI sensor is best suited for low-light photography, since it is created especially to increase the amount of light that the camera can capture.
The photography quiz you MUST take
August 27, 2013 12:21 IST
9.What is a digital single lens reflex or DSLR camera?
a. A camera which combines the optics of an SLR with a digital image processor b. A camera which has a fixed mirror for allowing some light to the sensor while reflecting any remaining light into the auto focus c. A camera in which the sensor is constantly exposed to light
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Wrong The correct answer is a. The second option denotes a single lens translucent or SLT camera, manufactured these days by Sony, while the third option denotes a typical point-and-click camera.
Correct! The second option denotes a single lens translucent or SLT camera, manufactured these days by Sony, while the third option denotes a typical point-and-click camera.
The photography quiz you MUST take
August 27, 2013 12:21 IST
10.When is it most appropriate to over-expose or under-expose a photograph using a DSLR?
a. When one wants to create a specific effect. Example: Over-exposure creates washed-out effect for brighter areas and under-exposure removes shadow details form the image b. It is never appropriate. One must use the correct exposure at all times c. Exposure cannot be altered on a DSLR camera
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Wrong The correct answer is a. Different images have different requirements. If one wants to give definition to a monochromatic image, under-exposure often helps. Over-exposure, as stated, helps remove wrinkles from an object in an image.
Correct! Different images have different requirements. If one wants to give definition to a monochromatic image, under-exposure often helps. Over-exposure, as stated, helps remove wrinkles from an object in an image.
