Photography Quiz

1. A ‘fast lens’ refers to: a. The maximum aperture b. The ability to keep a running animal in focus c. Whether or not a lens is image stabilized d. None of the above

2. The best way to eliminate wire mesh in a zoo situation is to: a. Use a telephoto lens b. Shoot with a large lens aperture c. Place the lens up against the wire mesh d. All of the above

3. A lower shooting angle on an animal is advantageous because it: a. Allows more depth of field b. Gives greater stature to an animal c. Avoids busy backgrounds d. All of the above

4. The primary reason image stabilized lenses are beneficial to wildlife photographers is: a. The photographer can handhold the lens at slower shutter speeds in low light conditions when shooting a stationary subject b. The photographer can handhold the lens at slower shutter speeds in low light conditions when shooting a moving subject c. The lenses are more forgiving regarding focus d. The lenses are lighter to hold

5. In which of the following shots should you not rely entirely on your in-camera meter: a. Horse and rider silhouette on page 19 b. Fox running in snow on page 21 c. Snowy owl on page 8 d. Waterfall shot on page 17

6. HDR should only be used with wildlife if: a. They are backlit from the sun b. The camera is mounted on a tripod c. You are using a telephoto lens d. The subject is perfectly motionless

7. Most photographers would meter a picture like the arctic foxes on page 24 by: a. In-camera meter and no exposure compensation b. In-camera meter and underexpose by 1 1/3 f/stops c. In-camera meter and overexpose by 1 1/3 f/stops d. Use a 5-frame HDR sequence of images

8. With what circumstances can autofocus be fooled: a. When tall grass is in front of the subject b. When contrast is extremely low c. When the subject is off-center d. All of the above

9. Learning how to control certain insects is the secret to getting great pictures of them. The best way to control butterflies is through: a. Temperature b. Sunlight c. Humidity d. Food plants

10. Hand held HDR can produce tack sharp results only when: a. A wide angle lens is used b. A fast frame rate is selected c. Hold your breath and squeeze the shutter gently d. All of the above