telephoto lens
A "telephoto lens" is essential in photography for capturing distant subjects with clarity and detail, widely used in wildlife, sports, and portrait photography.
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Definition
B2Photography
(technical, common)A camera lens with a long focal length that magnifies distant subjects, making them appear closer.
Example
- She used a telephoto lens to capture the lion from a safe distance.
- The photographer switched to a telephoto lens to get a close-up of the athlete in action.
C1Optics
(technical, academic)An optical lens designed to have a physical length shorter than its focal length, allowing for high magnification and a narrow field of view.
Example
- The telephoto lens design incorporates a special group of lenses to extend the light path.
- In optics, telephoto lenses are known for their ability to compress perspective and isolate subjects.