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Miniaturized pulse‐amplitude modulated photosynthesis yield analysers are primarily designed for measuring effective quantum yield (ΔF/F_m′) of photosystem II under momentary ambient light conditions in the field. Although this provides important ecophysiological information, it is often necessary to learn more about the potential intrinsic capacities of leaves by measuring light‐response curves. Thus, instruments provide light‐curve programmes, where light intensities are increased in short intervals and instant light‐response curves are recorded within a few minutes. This method can be criticized because photosynthesis will most likely not be in steady state. This technical report shows that with the appropriate precautions instant light curves can nevertheless provide reliable information about cardinal points of photosynthesis. First, the geometry of the light source of the instrument in relation to the quantum …