Metadata USA - Photography Terms & Glossary

Glossary Of Photography Terms [1]

Metadata Metadata refers to descriptive information embedded within a digital file that provides details about its content, creation, and other relevant attributes. In the context of digital photography, metadata typically includes information such as the camera settings used to capture the image (e.g., aperture, shutter speed, ISO sensitivity), the date and time the image was taken, the camera model, lens information, GPS coordinates (if available), copyright information, and other relevant details.
Metadata serves several purposes, including organizing and cataloging images, providing context for understanding the content and context of the image, facilitating image retrieval and search, and ensuring proper attribution and copyright protection. Metadata can be viewed, edited, and managed using various software applications and digital asset management systems, allowing photographers to add, modify, or remove metadata as needed to organize and manage their digital image libraries effectively.