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shutter lag

The delay between pressing the shutter and capture.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

shutter lag — The delay between pressing the shutter and capture.

See also: focus peaking, grid lines.

Where shutter lag Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is shutter lag?

The delay between pressing the shutter and capture.

What terms are related to shutter lag?

Related Camera terms include focus peaking, grid lines.

Related Technical Terms

focus peaking
Highlighting in-focus edges to assist manual focusing. Camera
grid lines
Guidelines overlaid on the viewfinder to aid composition. Camera
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