Reply: Traditional wisdom is that the only way to freeze motion is with a fast shutter speed. In fact it can be done just as effectively with light pulses, effectively placing a virtual shutter ...

This video is part of our Intro to Photography series, where we break down some of the fundamental concepts of the image-making process. You can find a written version below. What is shutter speed?

If you want to freeze the motion of a moving subject, like many sports photographers do, then you need to use a fast shutter speed. Generally, to stop something that’s moving quickly, such as an ...

Shutter speed essentially controls motion blur in addition to light transmission. If you want to freeze a fast moving subject, you've got to use a fast shutter speed.

Shutter speed essentially controls motion blur in addition to light transmission. If you want to freeze a fast moving subject, you've got to use a fast shutter speed.