When shooting in low light conditions, which setting should you adjust to help improve exposure?

In low light conditions, adjusting the ISO setting is crucial for improving exposure. ISO determines the camera’s sensitivity to light, and increasing the ISO allows the sensor to capture more light, making it particularly beneficial in dark environments. This adjustment can help maintain a bright and detailed image without the need for excessively slow shutter speeds or wide apertures, which may introduce other unwanted effects like motion blur or a shallow depth of field.

While adjusting aperture can also enhance exposure by allowing more light to enter through the lens, it may not always be possible to use a wider aperture due to the desired depth of field or lens limitations. Shutter speed adjustments can also improve exposure, but reducing the shutter speed too much can lead to motion blur if the camera or subject moves. White balance affects color temperature and does not significantly impact the exposure itself. Therefore, increasing the ISO is a direct and effective method to improve exposure in low light scenarios.