[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Camera
Pixel Size
The size of each pixel on a sensor (in microns); bigger pixels capture more light.
Also known as:
Micron
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Pixel size is each pixel's size — Pixel size: 1 micron (or 0.7 micron on ultrawide). Larger pixels collect more photons, improving low-light detail and dynamic range.
It balances against resolution: more MP on the same sensor means smaller pixels.
Related Technical Terms
Megapixel
One million pixels in a camera sensor; more MP can mean more detail, but sensor size matters more.
Camera
Night Mode
A multi-frame low-light mode that brightens dark scenes and reduces noise.
Camera
Sensor Size
The physical size of the camera sensor (1/1.56", 1/2.55"); larger sensors capture more light.
Camera