What is another word for light meter?
Pronunciation: [lˈa͡ɪt mˈiːtə] (IPA) 
The term "light meter" refers to a device used to measure the amount of light in a given environment. This device could also be referred to as an exposure meter, a photometer or a lux meter. The exposure meter helps photographers determine the proper exposure settings to use when taking a photo. A photometer is more commonly used in scientific fields and is used to measure the intensity of light in a laboratory setting. Finally, the lux meter is used to measure the amount of light intensity hitting a given surface. Regardless of the term used, a light meter is an important tool for anyone working with light.
