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Aperture of Photography #shorts #aperture #photography #photograpytricks

7 Apr 2023 · 1 min

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In this short instructional video, the speaker explains the fundamentals of camera aperture. Aperture refers to the lens's opening, controlled by blades, and is quantified by f‑stops (e.g., 5.6, 8, 11, 16). Wider apertures (lower f‑numbers like f/1.8) let in more light, while narrower apertures (higher f‑numbers like f/22) let in less. The speaker also clarifies how aperture affects depth of field: a wide aperture creates a blurry background, whereas a narrow aperture keeps more of the scene in focus. The tone is conversational and supportive, encouraging viewers to experiment despite initial confusion.

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Aperture. Your lens's aperture controls the size of its blades and how much light it lets in. The aperture size, which is measured in f-stops, is represented numerically: 5.6, 8, 11, 16, etc. More light enters through wider apertures like f/1.8 than through narrower apertures— big number— f/22. Also, compared to a wide aperture, A narrower aperture offers a shallower depth of field. You'll get the feel of it the more you experiment with it. I know it can be a little confusing at first. If you want the background of your photo to be blurry, you need a wide aperture. If you want everything in focus, you need a low aperture.