A number of DSLRs and mirrorless cameras today come with an important feature called “Electronic Front-Curtain Shutter” (EFCS) or “Electronic First Shutter Curtain” (EFSC), both of which are designed to eliminate camera shake originating from the shutter mechanism of the camera (commonly known as “shutter shock”).4 Jan 2019
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What do the shutters on a camera do?
shutter, in photography, device through which the lens aperture of a camera is opened to admit light and thus expose the film (or the electronic image sensor of a digital camera). Adjustable shutters control exposure time, or the length of time during which light is admitted.
What is a curtain shutter?
The electronic front curtain shutter function is available on newer camera models. It shortens the time lag between shutter releases and helps reduce shutter noise when taking pictures. This function can be turned on or off under the camera menu settings.29 Jul 2021
Should I use e front curtain shutter?
We recommend to turn this function off whenever you're shooting with fast shutter speeds, with a large diameter lens attached to prevent ghosting and blurring from happening. Turn this function off when using a Konica Minolta™ lens to set a correct exposure and achieve an even image brightness.29 Jul 2021
Where is the shutter curtain on a camera?
In general, focal plane shutters use two mechanical shutter curtains. The front and the rear curtain shutter which are located in front of the image sensor. In mirrorless and translucent mirror cameras, the shutter stays open during live-view mode before you take a picture.29 Jul 2021
What is 1st curtain shutter?
EFCS in cameras stands for “Electronic First Curtain Shutter.” It means that instead of using both curtains in the shutter, the sensor itself scans the sensor to begin the exposure, and the second curtain is an actual, physical shutter curtain moving over the sensor.
What are 3 different kinds of shutters used in digital cameras?
For landscape photography, use the fully electronic shutter by default (not EFCS). However, if there is any significant artificial light in your shot, the mechanical shutter is your safest bet (although EFCS will probably be fine).8 Jul 2019