[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Camera

exposure

The combination of aperture, shutter, and ISO that sets brightness.

Also known as: exposure compensation

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

exposure — The combination of aperture, shutter, and ISO that sets brightness.

This camera term is part of the CompareTech technical dictionary and helps you read specifications, comparisons, and benchmark data across its device database.

See also: ISO white balance.

Related Technical Terms

ISO
Sensor sensitivity; higher ISO brightens but adds noise. Camera
white balance
Color temperature correction so whites look neutral. Camera
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