Histogram Questions

1.What is a histogram?

    A histogram is a tool on many cameras that helps the user get a quick summary of the tonal range present in any given image.

2.What happens to the visual when a histogram is skewed to the left? Right?

    When skewed to the left the image has more dark pixels and it gets darker When skewed to the right it gets lighter. 

 

3. In most cases, what does a “good” histogram look like? 

      There is no such this as a "good" histogram because it depends on the eye of the beholder, but    generally it is one where most of it is skewed in the middle.

   

4.Why is a histogram a good tool for photographers?

   A histogram is a good tool for photographers because it is an easy way to check if you have an over or under exposed picture on your camera before you upload it. And it helps you get the exposure that you want.