Master the Exposure Triangle in 15 Minutes: Shutter Speed, ISO, & Aperture Explained

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In this video, I’ll explain the exposure triangle—aperture, shutter speed, and ISO—and how they work together to create perfectly exposed photos. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned photographer looking to brush up on your fundamentals, this tutorial will help you master manual exposure settings in under 15 minutes. By the end of this video, you’ll understand how to control depth of field, freeze motion, and achieve sharp, properly exposed images in any lighting conditions. I’ll also walk you through common challenges, like balancing ISO, shutter speed, and aperture in different scenarios, including shooting outdoors in bright sunlight. For more in-depth guides on lighting and exposure, visit: https://johngress.com/lightinghandbooks Gear Mentioned: For more information about my Lighting Handbooks please visit: https://johngress.com/lightinghandbooks Sekonic LiteMaster Pro L-478DR-U-EL Series Light Meter for Elinchrom EL Skyport System https://amzn.to/2NM9DTz Sekonic Flashmate Light Meter L-308X-U https://amzn.to/3QFUGQm Nikon f3 photo by Dan LindsayBy User:Edgy01, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=61351737 via Wikimedia CommonsLeica 50mmBy Sodacan, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Leica_APO_Summciron-M_50mm_f2.jpg CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Nikon 50mm lens with aperturesBy KoeppiK - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=78136658 via Wikimedia CommonsChapters00:00 Introduction03:08 F-Stops05:38 Shutter Speeds08:07 Lighting Handbooks08:50 ISO10:23 Exposing Correctly12:40 Shooting O utdoors on a Sunny day15:42 Conclusion Music: Evolution and Going Higher by Bensound http://bensound.com/ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:08 F-Stops Explained 05:38 Shutter Speeds & Motion 08:07 Lighting Handbooks 08:50 ISO Settings 10:23 Correct Exposure Techniques 12:40 Shooting Outdoors in Bright Sunlight 15:42 Conclusion #ExposureTriangle #PhotographyTips #CameraSettings #ManualMode