Underexpose: meaning, definitions and examples
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underexpose
[ ˌʌndərɪkˈspoʊz ]
photography
To underexpose an image means to allow less light to hit the film or sensor than is optimal for proper exposure. This often results in a darker image where details may be lost in shadows. Photographers sometimes deliberately underexpose to create a certain mood or effect, emphasizing contrast or texture. However, poorly underexposed images can appear murky and unappealing if not done intentionally.
Synonyms
darken, diminish light, shade.
Examples of usage
- She intentionally underexposed the photo to highlight the textures.
- Underexposing can lead to loss of detail in darker areas.
- The artist chose to underexpose the landscape to create a dramatic effect.
Translations
Translations of the word "underexpose" in other languages:
🇵🇹 subexpor
🇮🇳 अंडरएक्सपोज़
🇩🇪 unterbelichten
🇮🇩 underexpose
🇺🇦 недоекспонувати
🇵🇱 niedoświetlić
🇯🇵 アンダーエクスポーズ
🇫🇷 sous-exposer
🇪🇸 subexponer
🇹🇷 düşük pozlama
🇰🇷 언더 익스포즈
🇸🇦 تحت التعريض
🇨🇿 nedostatečně exponovat
🇸🇰 podexponovať
🇨🇳 欠曝光
🇸🇮 podizpostaviti
🇮🇸 undirhúð
🇰🇿 жеткіліксіз көрсету
🇬🇪 დაკლებილი ექსპოზიცია
🇦🇿 azaldılmış ekspozisiya
🇲🇽 subexponer
Etymology
The term 'underexpose' is derived from photographic terminology. The root word 'expose' comes from the Latin 'exponere', meaning 'to put out' or 'to put forth'. This term has been used in photography since the 19th century, when the first photographic processes were developed. The prefix 'under-' indicates a lesser amount, thus 'underexpose' literally refers to exposing an image to too little light. This concept has evolved with advancements in photography technology, both in film and digital formats. Now, photographers have the ability to manipulate exposure settings to achieve various artistic effects. Understanding exposure is pivotal for photographers who wish to convey a specific vision or mood in their compositions.