Last Updated: November 21, 2025
Exposure Triangle
| Setting | Effect | Values |
|---|---|---|
Aperture (f-stop)
|
Depth of field | f/1.4 (wide) to f/22 (narrow) |
Shutter Speed
|
Motion blur | 1/8000s (fast) to 30s (slow) |
ISO
|
Light sensitivity | 100 (low noise) to 6400+ (high noise) |
Common Scenarios
| Scenario | Recommended Settings |
|---|---|
Portrait
|
f/1.8-2.8, 1/125s+, ISO 100-400 |
Landscape
|
f/8-16, 1/60s+, ISO 100-200 |
Sports/Action
|
f/2.8-5.6, 1/500s+, ISO 400-1600 |
Night Sky
|
f/1.4-2.8, 15-30s, ISO 1600-3200 |
Indoor
|
f/1.8-4, 1/60s+, ISO 800-1600 |
💡 Pro Tip:
Lower f-number = blurry background. Higher f-number = everything sharp!