[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Camera
noise
Random grain or colour speckle in a photo, worst in low light.
Also known as:
image noise
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Noise is random grain or colour speckle caused by pushing a small sensor, especially in low light. Pixel binning and stacking reduce it.
See pixel binning.
Where noise Matters
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is noise?
Random grain or colour speckle in a photo, worst in low light.
What terms are related to noise?
Related Camera terms include lens flare, chromatic aberration.