[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Camera

skin tone

How accurately a camera renders human skin colours.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Skin tone rendering is a key test of colour science, since people notice inaccurate skin immediately. Tuning aims for natural, pleasing results.

See color science.

Where skin tone Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is skin tone?

How accurately a camera renders human skin colours.

What terms are related to skin tone?

Related Camera terms include beauty mode, filter.

Related Technical Terms

beauty mode
A camera mode that smooths skin and adjusts facial features. Camera
filter
An effect applied to alter a photo's colour or tone. Camera
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