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aperture
(hole)
(light-tight)
body
shutter
(and something light-sensitive if you want to make a permanent image)
sun
photo paper
aperture size
exposure time
(how long the shutter is open)
focal length
(distance from
aperture to photo
paper)
Focal Length
the shorter the distance from the aperture to the photo paper, the
more of the image you will see.
the longer the distance, the more zoomed in your image will be.
the focal length isnt just determined by the length of your box but
also how far away from the subject you stand.
The assignment
The Log
Pinhole Camera
NAME
DIAGRAM
FOCAL LENGTH
EXPOSURE TIME
DISTANCE TO SUBJECT
WEATHER
SUBJECT MATTER
RESULTS
40 points total
10 Points - Fuction
Your pinhole camera is light-tight, all visible light leaks have been
sealed.
40 points total
10 Points - Design
Your camera can close to seal the interior space from light without
requiring lots of tape.
The material or object you are making your camera from has been
clearly considered to enable the camera to function easily.
40 points total
20 Points - Craft
Your pinhole camera has been built to be strong, durable, and sturdy.
You have addressed any structural weaknesses as best as possible.