Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Lens - Manual (Page 105)

81 Shooting Controls
In modes other than b , exposure compensation can be used to
alter exposure from the value suggested by the camera, making
pictures brighter or darker. Choose from values between –5 EV
(underexposure) and +5 EV (overexposure) in increments of
1 /
3
EV. In general, positive values make the subject brighter while
negative values make it darker.
To choose a value for exposure compensation, press the E
button and rotate the main command dial until the desired
value is displayed.
The E (Exposure Compensation) Button
−1 EV No exposure
compensation
+1 EV
E button
Control panel
Main command dial