What is the difference between aperture and shutter speed?

What is the difference between aperture and shutter speed?

Aperture refers to the opening in a lens that controls the amount of light entering the camera, while shutter speed is the duration the camera's shutter is open to expose light onto the sensor.

How do they affect exposure in a photo?

Both aperture and shutter speed work together to control exposure. A wider aperture allows more light in, while a slower shutter speed lets light in for a longer time.

Can you give me an example of how to use them together?

Sure! If you're shooting in low light, you might use a wide aperture (like f/2.8) and a slower shutter speed (like 1/30s) to get a well-exposed image.

What happens if I use a fast shutter speed with a wide aperture?

Using a fast shutter speed with a wide aperture will result in a well-exposed image, but it may not capture motion blur, which can be desirable in some situations.