Fluorescent Light USA - Photography Terms & Glossary

Glossary Of Photography Terms [1]

Fluorescent Light Fluorescent light is a type of artificial lighting commonly used in indoor environments, offices, and commercial spaces. Fluorescent lights produce illumination by passing an electric current through a tube containing mercury vapor and phosphor coating, which emits visible light when excited by the electric discharge. Fluorescent lights are energy-efficient and provide relatively cool, flicker-free illumination compared to traditional incandescent bulbs.

However, fluorescent light sources can emit a color cast or produce uneven lighting, which may affect the color accuracy and overall quality of photographs. Photographers often use color correction techniques or adjust white balance settings to compensate for the color temperature and spectral characteristics of fluorescent light sources when shooting in indoor environments.