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depth of field
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the range of distance in a scene that appears acceptably sharp and in focus in the final image
What is "depth of field"?
Depth of field refers to the range in a photograph where the image appears sharp and in focus. It determines how much of the scene, from the foreground to the background, looks clear and detailed. A shallow depth of field means only a small part of the image is in focus, while a deeper depth of field keeps more of the scene sharp. This helps in focusing on specific parts of the scene while blurring the rest to draw attention or create a particular effect.
Example
The photographer used a shallow depth of field to draw attention to the flowers in the foreground and blur the background.
The photographer captured the city skyline at night, using a wide aperture to create depth of field, emphasizing the lights in the foreground against the blurred background.
