 Craig Fraiser |
Aperture Priority Vs. Shutter Priority I am trying to understand the functions of my new camera (Pentax ZX-L). Someone please explain to me (in layman's terms) the need for aperture priority and shutter priority. When do I need to use these functions? Thanks.
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- Gregory LaGrange Contact Gregory LaGrange Gregory LaGrange's Gallery |
About as layman as you can get is that it's supposed to make it easier for you. You pick one setting without having to figure out what the other is supposed to be to get the right exposure.
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Jon Close |
Choose shutter-priority if your main concern is to control motion - fast shutter speeds to freeze subject (and/or camera) motion, or slow shutter speeds to capture motion blur. Choose aperture-priority if the primary concern is controlling of depth of field.
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Craig Fraiser |
Thanks John...That makes sense...Craig
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Robert N. Valine |
Craig,I use aperture priority when I have to use the Autobracketing controls.This way I can control the depth of field when I'm shooting something like flowers where depth of field is critical.Also the autobracketing controls on my camera don't work in manual mode where I do most of my shooting.I usually bracket flowers 1/2 stop over and 1/2 stop under.This will give me 3 exposures to choose from.I have shutter priority on my camera.But,never use it.You can control shutter speed by opening or closing the aperture.For Example if you want a fast shutter speed for sports,Open the aperture up all the way. It will give you a faster shutter speed.I hope this helps.
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Robert |
Craig, It can be confusing in the beginning. I have the answers to this question (with photos) and a lot more at the following site you may want to check out. Just copy the URL and paste it into your browser. I'd also be interested in your opinion on it... If you don't take "WOW!" photos, visit www.best-family-photography-tips.com to learn how.
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Craig Fraiser |
Thank you Robert...I'm going to your site right now...I'll be in touch...
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Craig Fraiser |
Thanks Rob...It makes sense what you said...
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- Greg McCroskery Contact Greg McCroskery Greg McCroskery's Gallery |
Craig, Since the lens aperture (opening) and shutter speed control camera exposure, the Aperture and Shutter priority modes simply allow you to choose one of those settings most appropriate for your subject. If you select the aperture (Aperture Priority), the camera automatically selects the correct shutter speed, based on the camera's exposure meter reading. If you select the shutter (Shutter Priority), the camera selects the correct aperture. As a general rule, Shutter Priority Mode would be used for action shots where freezing motion is critical. The Aperture Priority Mode would be used for still life, or portrait shots where motion is not an issue, and focal depth is a more critical consideration. Hope this helps. God Bless, Greg
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Victor J. |
Craig, With all due respect (certainly all the responses have been right on.)why haven't you gone to the library and read a basic book on photography? Better yet take one of the beginner course at BP. VicP
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Brendan Knell |
Victor that's really not necessicary. Have you considered that maybe his library doesn't have any photo books? Or that all of the sites that he may have looked at are a little to technical? Also the courses here at BP are probably wonderful, but you have to admit that they are pricy. I'm sorry if I sound rude, and I'm sure that you didn't mean to rude either.
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Christopher A. Vedros |
Or you could consider the fact that Craig asked this question over 7 months ago. From the looks of his gallery, I don't think a trip to the library to read about shutter speeds is really necessary any more. I think it's safe to say those waterfalls probably weren't shot on Auto. What's with this trend lately of responding to really old questions?
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