[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Camera
face detection
Locating faces in a scene to aid focus and exposure.
Also known as:
face tracking
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Face detection finds faces in the frame so the camera can focus and expose for them, and apply effects such as portrait blur and skin smoothing.
See subject detection.
Where face detection Matters
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is face detection?
Locating faces in a scene to aid focus and exposure.
What terms are related to face detection?
Related Camera terms include dual LED flash, tone-mapping.