Understanding Aperture: a Photographer’s Guide | Adobe Photography Basics

Understanding f-stop settings is a foundational skill for great photography. Follow along as TK explains everything there is to know about aperture, including if a higher or lower aperture is better, how aperture settings effect a photo, and which settings are best for photography.

Aperture is the adjustable lens opening that controls the amount of light allowed into the camera, so learning all about it is essential for capturing good exposures.

00:00 – Aperture tutorial
00:02 – What is lens aperture?
00:23 – What does aperture control?
01:19 – Understanding how different aperture settings work.
01:38 – What is f-stop?
02:14 – When to adjust your aperture opening.
03:18 – How aperture affects depth of field.

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