Light Meter

Calculate Light Meter instantly with the exact formula and a worked example. Free online calculator — no signup, works on mobile.

Light Meter

log₂(B·S/100·f²/t)
EV
15EV
Calculate Light Meter instantly with the exact formula and a worked example. Free online calculator — no signup, works on mobile.

More about: Light Meter

What it calculates

The “Light Meter” calculator computes EV in EV from 1 parameter: log₂(b·s/100·f²/t).

Used by photographers and videographers when setting up a shoot.

Example calculation

With parameters log₂(B·S/100·f²/t) = 15 the result is 15 EV.

How to use

  1. Enter the parameter values — every field above is adjustable with a slider.
  2. The result and related metrics are calculated automatically as you type.
  3. Use the additional metrics shown (if any) where needed.
  4. Copy the result or bookmark the page.

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