Refers to taking pictures in invisible ultraviolet rays (wavelengths shorter than 400mm). For ultraviolet photography, a special lens, such a UV-NIKKOR, is required.
Underexposure
The result of the film or sensor receiving too little light.
Unipod
See monopod.
Upload
Transferring files or other information to the Internet from a computer or to one piece of computer equipment from another.
USB
Universal Serial Bus. A protocol for transferring data to and from digital devices.
UV Filter
A filter that eliminates invisible ultraviolet light, rendering pictures with higher contrast. This filter can be left on the lens as a lens protector.
UV-NIKKOR Lens
A lens specially designed for ultraviolet photography, it employs an optical material that transmits ultraviolet rays. Can also be used for visible-light photography.