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“The digital camera takes photographs in practically no light: it will dig out the least bit of light available. I was amazed to see the results of photographs that I wouldn't take ordinarily. That's the advantage of digital photography.” quote by William Klein
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“The digital camera takes photographs in practically no light: it will dig out the least bit of light available. I was amazed to see the results of photographs that I wouldn't take ordinarily. That's the advantage of digital photography.”

William Klein

About This Quote

Source Book: The History of Photography, 1995

Digital cameras can capture images in extremely low light, revealing scenes otherwise invisible and expanding creative possibilities.

In simple terms: Digital cameras work in near darkness.

Key Takeaway

Explore low‑light photography techniques.

Themes

technology creativity innovation

Mood

inspired curious

Type

technical artistic

When to use this quote

  • night photography
  • journalism
  • artistic projects
  • research labs

Key Concepts

digital imaging light sensitivity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does low‑light capability change storytelling?
  • What technical challenges remain?
A Different Perspective

Low‑light images may contain noise or lack detail.

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