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ISO Camera Exposure, Shutter Speed, Aperture & EV Calculator

Calculate Exposure Value (EV₁₀₀), scene illuminance (Lux), and balanced camera exposure triangle settings.

Input Parameters

f/

e.g. 1.4, 2.0, 2.8, 4.0, 5.6, 8.0, 11, 16, 22

s

e.g. 0.008 for 1/125s, 0.004 for 1/250s, 0.001 for 1/1000s, 1.0 for 1 sec

Calculation Results

Standard Exposure Value (EV₁₀₀)
EV 9 (Scene: Typical Home Interior / Restaurant Lighting)
Current Camera Settings EV
EV 11 @ ISO 400
Estimated Scene Illuminance
1,250 Lux (116.1 Foot-Candles)
Camera Exposure Triangle
f/4 | 1/125s | ISO 400
Sunny 16 Rule Benchmark
f/16 @ 1/400s for EV 15 direct sunlight
Summary: Shooting at f/4, 1/125s, and ISO 400 yields an Exposure Value of EV₁₀₀ 9 (~1,250 Lux). This corresponds to Typical Home Interior / Restaurant Lighting.
Step-by-Step Calculation Solution
1.Base EV = log₂(N² ÷ t) = log₂((4)² ÷ 0.008s) = 10.97
2.EV₁₀₀ = Base EV - log₂(ISO ÷ 100) = 10.97 - log₂(400 ÷ 100) = EV 8.97
3.Estimated Illuminance (Lux) = 2.5 × 2^(EV₁₀₀) = 2.5 × 2^(8.97) = 1250 Lux

Formula & How ISO Camera Exposure, Shutter Speed, Aperture & EV Calculator Works

Mathematical Formula
Base EV = log₂(N² ÷ t) | EV₁₀₀ = Base EV - log₂(ISO ÷ 100) | Lux ≈ 2.5 × 2^(EV₁₀₀)

The exposure triangle balances ISO sensitivity, lens aperture diameter (f-stop), and shutter duration. The standard Exposure Value at ISO 100 ($\text{EV}_{100}$) uniquely defines scene illuminance regardless of specific camera hardware settings.

How to Calculate ISO Camera Exposure, Shutter Speed, Aperture & EV Calculator (Step-by-Step)
  1. Enter ISO Film / Sensor Sensitivity: Input your target parameter value.
  2. Enter Lens Aperture (f-stop) (f/): Input your target parameter value.
  3. Enter Shutter Speed (Seconds) (s): Input your target parameter value.
  4. Apply Formula: Calculate using Base EV = log₂(N² ÷ t) | EV₁₀₀ = Base EV - log₂(ISO ÷ 100) | Lux ≈ 2.5 × 2^(EV₁₀₀).
  5. Review Results: View exact computed answers, metrics, and worked mathematical proofs.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Sunny 16 Rule in photography?

The Sunny 16 rule states that on a bright sunny day, with your aperture set to f/16, your shutter speed should be the reciprocal of your ISO (e.g., at ISO 100, use 1/100s at f/16 for an EV 15 exposure).

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