BYU PHOTOGRAPHY FINAL 2026
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
◉ A stop is a change of. Answer: double or half
◉ The difference in aperture setting between 1 and 1.4 is. Answer: 1
stop
◉ Which shutter speed setting allows more light to enter the camera
body?. Answer: 1/2
◉ If your light meter indicates that an aperture setting of ƒ 16 and a
shutter speed of 1/500 of a second would give the correct exposure,
which of the following combinations would give an equivalent
exposure with a more shallow depth of field?. Answer: f/11 and
1/1000
◉ Which part on a camera controls depth-of-field?. Answer:
aperture
◉ Which ƒ stop setting will allow more light to enter the camera
body?. Answer: ƒ/2.8
,◉ Which part on a camera controls subject movement?. Answer:
shutter
◉ While taking pictures can you as the photographer try different
compositions to better communicate your picture to the viewer?.
Answer: The natural answer here is yes. This does not mean that you
shouldn't experiment with different composition ideas. With a
digital camera, you have the option of trying several different
compositions. You can also review and delete the pictures of lesser
quality. This editing process can be completed while you are still on
location. If you are dissatisfied with your results, you can try other
compositions to achieve a picture that will be memorable to you and
of interest to those who will view it.
◉ Why is it important to know what the purpose of the picture is?.
Answer: Thoughtfully considering this question (along with "What is
the main subject of my photograph?") at the outset will increase
your satisfaction and the enjoyment of others.
◉ What role does subject matter play in the planning stage of taking
a picture?. Answer: A well-thought-out picture stimulates better
conversation and interest in your work as a photographer.
◉ Using the rule of thirds, where should the main point of focus be
placed?. Answer: at one of four points of intersection
,◉ Generally, if the foreground of the picture has the most important
subject matter the horizon line should be placed ______________________
in the picture.. Answer: high
◉ Generally, the subject in a picture should be looking. Answer: into
the picture
◉ As the photographer you should choose carefully a place to take
your picture from and never move. You might have to adjust your
exposure if you move.. Answer: false
◉ color, form, shape, line, space, texture, and value. Answer:
Elements of Design
◉ balance, emphasis, harmony, movement, proportion, rhythm,
unity, variety, and pattern. Answer: Principles of Design
◉ When zoomed in to 300mm, the maximum aperture of the Canon
EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM lens is. Answer: f/5.6
◉ The focal length of the Canon EF 35mm f/2 lens is. Answer: 35mm
, ◉ The maximum aperture of the Canon EF 35mm f/2 lens is.
Answer: f/2
◉ When referring to a zoom lens, 'zoom' means. Answer: a wide
range of focal lengths
◉ When zoomed out to 70mm, the maximum aperture of the Canon
EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM lens is. Answer: f/4.5
◉ FIRST choose your __________, SECOND, choose your focal length.
Answer: perspective
◉ There are only three types of balance. They are symmetrical,
asymmetrical, and radial.. Answer: true
◉ The diagonal line is usually known for its dynamics, energy, or
movement. Answer: true
◉ Positive space in a picture is also known as the subject. Answer:
true
◉ The rule of thirds provides three places in your picture to place
the center of attention of your photograph.. Answer: false
COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS VERIFIED
◉ A stop is a change of. Answer: double or half
◉ The difference in aperture setting between 1 and 1.4 is. Answer: 1
stop
◉ Which shutter speed setting allows more light to enter the camera
body?. Answer: 1/2
◉ If your light meter indicates that an aperture setting of ƒ 16 and a
shutter speed of 1/500 of a second would give the correct exposure,
which of the following combinations would give an equivalent
exposure with a more shallow depth of field?. Answer: f/11 and
1/1000
◉ Which part on a camera controls depth-of-field?. Answer:
aperture
◉ Which ƒ stop setting will allow more light to enter the camera
body?. Answer: ƒ/2.8
,◉ Which part on a camera controls subject movement?. Answer:
shutter
◉ While taking pictures can you as the photographer try different
compositions to better communicate your picture to the viewer?.
Answer: The natural answer here is yes. This does not mean that you
shouldn't experiment with different composition ideas. With a
digital camera, you have the option of trying several different
compositions. You can also review and delete the pictures of lesser
quality. This editing process can be completed while you are still on
location. If you are dissatisfied with your results, you can try other
compositions to achieve a picture that will be memorable to you and
of interest to those who will view it.
◉ Why is it important to know what the purpose of the picture is?.
Answer: Thoughtfully considering this question (along with "What is
the main subject of my photograph?") at the outset will increase
your satisfaction and the enjoyment of others.
◉ What role does subject matter play in the planning stage of taking
a picture?. Answer: A well-thought-out picture stimulates better
conversation and interest in your work as a photographer.
◉ Using the rule of thirds, where should the main point of focus be
placed?. Answer: at one of four points of intersection
,◉ Generally, if the foreground of the picture has the most important
subject matter the horizon line should be placed ______________________
in the picture.. Answer: high
◉ Generally, the subject in a picture should be looking. Answer: into
the picture
◉ As the photographer you should choose carefully a place to take
your picture from and never move. You might have to adjust your
exposure if you move.. Answer: false
◉ color, form, shape, line, space, texture, and value. Answer:
Elements of Design
◉ balance, emphasis, harmony, movement, proportion, rhythm,
unity, variety, and pattern. Answer: Principles of Design
◉ When zoomed in to 300mm, the maximum aperture of the Canon
EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM lens is. Answer: f/5.6
◉ The focal length of the Canon EF 35mm f/2 lens is. Answer: 35mm
, ◉ The maximum aperture of the Canon EF 35mm f/2 lens is.
Answer: f/2
◉ When referring to a zoom lens, 'zoom' means. Answer: a wide
range of focal lengths
◉ When zoomed out to 70mm, the maximum aperture of the Canon
EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO IS USM lens is. Answer: f/4.5
◉ FIRST choose your __________, SECOND, choose your focal length.
Answer: perspective
◉ There are only three types of balance. They are symmetrical,
asymmetrical, and radial.. Answer: true
◉ The diagonal line is usually known for its dynamics, energy, or
movement. Answer: true
◉ Positive space in a picture is also known as the subject. Answer:
true
◉ The rule of thirds provides three places in your picture to place
the center of attention of your photograph.. Answer: false
