Definition
Shutter speed is the length of time the camera’s shutter is open to expose the sensor to light. A faster shutter speed (e.g., 1/18000th of a second) freezes motion, while a slower shutter speed allows more light and can create motion blur.
Why it matters (in Poovi’s context)
The extremely fast shutter speed used was critical in enabling the photographer to capture the fast-moving bullet.
Key properties or components
- Controls exposure
- Manages motion blur
- Measured in seconds or fractions of a second
- Impacts image brightness
Contradictions or debates
None.