The use and techniques of shutter priority

Introduction: Using shutter priority to set the shutter speed can control the movement and stillness of the subject in the picture to express the photographer's shooting ideas. So how to correctly set the appropriate shutter speed? How to judge the correct shutter speed when encountering different scenes? This article will introduce some typical applications and introductory skills of shutter priority in practical photography. The application and skills of shutter priority

Use high-speed shutter to freeze wonderful moments

When shooting moving subjects, in order to ensure that the fast-moving subject is "frozen" in the photo, shutter priority is often used model. In sports, dance, and animal ecological photography, a relatively high shutter speed is often set and the continuous shooting function is enabled to freeze the wonderful moments.

▲Shutter priority, F7.1, 1//1000 seconds, ISO 200, focal length 100mm. Adjust the shutter speed to 1/1000 second to clearly capture the picture of the galloping horse.

Expert tip: The difference between aperture priority and shutter priority for shooting high-speed moving objects

Although you can use aperture priority with a large aperture or use shutter priority to directly set a higher shutter speed, you can Capture highly moving objects. However, there are differences between them. Aperture priority mode pays more attention to controlling the depth of field of the picture through precise aperture setting. In this case, the subject moves to different areas, and as the light changes, the shutter speed will also change; while shutter priority mode pays more attention to With precise control of shutter speed, the aperture value will change as the light changes, and therefore, the depth of field will change as well. It should be noted that when shooting at a very high shutter speed in shutter priority mode, once the aperture value required for correct exposure exceeds the maximum aperture of the lens, underexposure will occur and the picture will become dark. In this case, it is necessary to increase the ISO value in time for improvement.

Use an appropriate shutter speed to express a scene where reality and reality are intertwined

When shooting with an appropriate shutter speed (higher than relatively stationary objects and lower than moving objects), due to the relative stillness The object moves slowly and the object moves fast. Using the speed difference between them, the trajectory of the moving object can be recorded. At the same time, maintain the clarity of stationary objects. Using shutter priority can accurately control the shutter speed, showing the beauty of the combination of movement and stillness, and the coexistence of reality and reality. This shooting method is often used in sports, stage performances, urban streets and some humanistic themes.

▲Shutter priority, F22, 5 seconds, ISO 200, focal length 27mm. The camera was placed on a tripod and shot with a shutter speed of 5 seconds. Under the tall and clear building, some people stopped to admire it, while others hurried past. By controlling the shutter speed, the photographer showed the interior of the cathedral naturally and vividly.

Expert tip: The difference between aperture priority and shutter priority for dynamic photography

We already know that in aperture priority mode, using a small aperture can also reduce the shutter speed and record the movement of objects. trajectory. In most cases, such as shooting streams and waterfalls, or shooting traffic in night scenes, the same effect can be achieved by using aperture priority and shutter priority. It should be noted that if you want to shoot a picture that combines movement and stillness. To make the things that should move move and the things that should be quiet stay still, to have a clear subject image and a sense of flow in the photo, you need to control the shutter speed accurately. In this case it is more advantageous to use shutter priority.

Use following shooting to enhance the dynamic atmosphere

Following shooting also often uses shutter priority to enhance the dynamic atmosphere. Set the shutter speed lower than the moving speed of the subject, follow the moving object and keep moving in the same direction at the same speed. When you enter the ideal shooting point, press the shutter lightly.

Also keep the camera moving. In this way, flowing lines will appear on the photo. The slower the shutter speed, the more obvious the flowing lines will be.

▲Shutter priority, F5.6, 1/80 second, ISO 100, focal length 300mm. The photographer uses a follow-up shooting method to show the moment when the motorcycle crosses the water in a close-up. The smoke sprayed by the motorcycle, the splashing rain, and the blurred background of the follow-up shot are intertwined, creating a tense and dynamic scene.

Zoom shooting and rotating camera

Zoom shooting and rotating camera are effective ways to add some fun to the shooting process. Rapid zooming at the moment of pressing the shutter can produce strong radial lines on the screen. At the moment of pressing the shutter, if you rotate the entire camera with the center as the fixed point, you can take a picture with the center clear and the surroundings showing a blurry effect. Using shutter priority allows you to better control the shutter speed and have fun experimenting with different effects.

▲Shutter priority, F8, 15 seconds, ISO 400, focal length 200mm. After the sky becomes completely dark, the night view gradually loses its charm. This is the perfect time to play with zoom photography to make your photos more interesting.