Shutter Speed (Technical)

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September 11, 2025 by mrgoldsack

As the name suggests, this setting affects how long light has to enter a camera.

Shutter Speed is often used while taking action photos for things like sports and racing. It can also be used for more creative processes like night photography, motion blur, or abstract works.

Let’s take a closer look at this setting – Camera Basics: Shutter Speed (video)

Shutter Speed Explained (video)


The Assignment

Task: Use Shutter Priority (TV) to capture ‘freeze’ and ‘blur’ effects in your photos.

Check out the full details here – 2aShutterSpeed

Due Sept 17

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