available light
Americannoun
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As is their style, the Dardennes capture all of this with frank realism that relies heavily on available light, hand-held cameras, location shoots, and actors who look like real people.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026
This achievement highlights the optimal use of available light for experiments, and opens up the prospect of dual-comb spectroscopy in challenging scenarios where low light levels are essential.
From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2024
She’s introduced in motion and in close-up, during a hallway scuffle shot in a documentary-like style with handheld camera, available light and jumpy editing.
From Washington Post • Mar. 20, 2023
Another consideration: What is the available light where you will display the terrarium?
From Seattle Times • Dec. 20, 2021
The only available light was that furnished by the fire.
From Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Georgia Narratives, Part 3 by Work Projects Administration
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