camera shutter speed

Shutter speed is the amount of time your camera’s shutter remains open when taking a photo. It controls how long light reaches the camera sensor, affecting the exposure and motion capture. A fast shutter speed (like 1/1000 second) can freeze fast-moving objects, while a slow shutter speed (like 1 second) allows more light in and can create motion blur or smooth out water. Adjusting shutter speed helps balance brightness and sharpness, depending on the scene and your creative intent.