Which term refers to metering with multiple measurements across the frame?

• A. Area Focus
• B. Display Size
• C. Matrix Metering
• D. Cropping Options

Answer: (C)

Metering with measurements from many parts of the frame is matrix metering, often called evaluative metering. It uses a grid of zones to sample light across the scene and then combines those readings (sometimes with scene recognition data) to estimate the best exposure for the entire image. This approach helps balance overall brightness, reducing the risk of blown highlights in bright areas and lost detail in shadows, especially in scenes with high contrast or mixed lighting.

This isn’t about where you focus the shot (area focus), the size of the display, or cropping options, which is why those terms don’t describe how the camera measures light for exposure.