TLDR: The Zone System, created by Ansel Adams and Fred Archer, is a technique for optimizing exposure and development in photography. It divides a scene into distinct tonal zones, allowing photographers to control image values and achieve desired light and dark tones. While particularly useful for black and white photography, it remains applicable to digital photography and can enhance a photographer's understanding of exposure and tonal relationships.
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