Bacj 121:Photojournalism Question Paper
Bacj 121:Photojournalism
Course:Communication And Journalism
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2012
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 2''ND ''TRIMESTER 2012 (DAY) EXAMINATIONS
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : COMMUNICATION & JOURNALISM
UNIT CODE : BACJ 121
UNIT TITLE : PHOTOJOURNALISM ESSENTIALS
TIME : 2 HOURS
Instructions: Answer Question ONE and any other TWO.
Question One
The 35 mm DSLR is today the most professional camera compared to other cameras.
What does the 35mm DSLR (through the lens) camera stand for?
Give THEE reasons why the 35mm DSLR is preferred over other camera.
(10 Marks)
There are THREE technical factors which influence the exposure of your image while using a DSLR camera. What are they and how do they influence exposure?
(15 Marks)
Question Two
What is the difference between photography and photojournalism? Explain clearly and give illustrations where necessary. (20 Marks)
Question Three
Explain clearly the difference between the following camera types.
(20 Marks)
Point and shoot
Prosumer
Digital SLR.
Question Four
Discuss the ethical challenges that a photojournalist encounters in the profession and the do’s and dont’s of the profession. (20 Marks)
Question Five
Explain fully the following terms and how they are used in photography:
Depth of field
Rule of thirds
Exposure
(20 Marks)
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