Forensic Photography
Forensic Photography
Keith A. Milligan
English Composition II
Sarah Bowman
April 26, 2010
Forensic Photography
In today’s world, crime scene investigation has become a very intricate part of solving crimes. With all the television shows centered on crime scene investigators, as well as forensics, the whole country is infatuated with murders and crime scenes. However, just how many people know the details of an actual crime scene investigation? Does anyone know the tools used by the professionals? One intricate detail to investigating the scene of a crime is photography. Without the use of photos, a crime scene investigation may never get solved. Photography plays a very delicate part to the crime scene itself. Forensic photography is defined as the art of producing an accurate reproduction of an accident scene for the benefit of a court or to aid in the investigation. (“Forensic Photography,” 2009)
One may assume the only equipment needed is a camera, however this is incorrect. What other equipment is needed? The amount of equipment is phenomenal, to say the least. Even the most basic list of equipment is quite lengthy. Not to mention, the price of this equipment can reach extraordinary amounts, which the photographer is responsible for. Although it is not uncommon for the specific police departments to have this equipment on hand for the photographer already, but an individual still may be responsible for obtaining their own equipment in other agencies. Of course, you need a camera, but what kind? Your basic camera begins with the 35mm, preferably from the manufacturers Canon, Nikon, or Olympus. The price of these cameras can range from $50.00-$600.00, new or used. You need numerous different types of lenses to compliment you camera. The normal lens for a 35mm camera is a 50mm lens, which has a price range of $140-$1000.00. Next, is the 28mm wide angle lens, as well as, the numerous accessories. These are just a few of the tools needed to get started.
In 2002,
Keith A. Milligan
English Composition II
Sarah Bowman
April 26, 2010
Forensic Photography
In today’s world, crime scene investigation has become a very intricate part of solving crimes. With all the television shows centered on crime scene investigators, as well as forensics, the whole country is infatuated with murders and crime scenes. However, just how many people know the details of an actual crime scene investigation? Does anyone know the tools used by the professionals? One intricate detail to investigating the scene of a crime is photography. Without the use of photos, a crime scene investigation may never get solved. Photography plays a very delicate part to the crime scene itself. Forensic photography is defined as the art of producing an accurate reproduction of an accident scene for the benefit of a court or to aid in the investigation. (“Forensic Photography,” 2009)
One may assume the only equipment needed is a camera, however this is incorrect. What other equipment is needed? The amount of equipment is phenomenal, to say the least. Even the most basic list of equipment is quite lengthy. Not to mention, the price of this equipment can reach extraordinary amounts, which the photographer is responsible for. Although it is not uncommon for the specific police departments to have this equipment on hand for the photographer already, but an individual still may be responsible for obtaining their own equipment in other agencies. Of course, you need a camera, but what kind? Your basic camera begins with the 35mm, preferably from the manufacturers Canon, Nikon, or Olympus. The price of these cameras can range from $50.00-$600.00, new or used. You need numerous different types of lenses to compliment you camera. The normal lens for a 35mm camera is a 50mm lens, which has a price range of $140-$1000.00. Next, is the 28mm wide angle lens, as well as, the numerous accessories. These are just a few of the tools needed to get started.
In 2002,
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