underexposure

[ uhn-der-ik-spoh-zher ]

noun

1. inadequate exposure, as of photographic film.
2. a photographic negative or print that is imperfect because of insufficient exposure.

underexposure

/ ˌʌndərɪkˈspəʊʒə /

noun

1. photog
   1. inadequate exposure to light
   2. an underexposed negative, print, or transparency
2. insufficient attention or publicity

Word History and Origins

Origin of underexposure¹

First recorded in 1870–75; under- + exposure

Example Sentences

Photographer Yousef Al Habshi, says the challenge in creating this image was finding the correct focal balance between the camera and the scales to capture the light, avoiding overexposure or underexposure.

From Scientific American

My other favorites in this race all face longer odds, mainly due to underexposure and/or unfortunate timing.

From Los Angeles Times

That may mean underexposure to “the unknown” - like international stocks - which they perceive to be risky, he adds.

From Washington Times

That may mean underexposure to “the unknown” — like international stocks — which they perceive to be risky, he adds.

From Seattle Times

They shed little light on Prince’s art, which does not sufferer from underexposure.

From Los Angeles Times