[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Camera

depth camera

A camera that measures distance to enable portrait blur and 3D effects.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

A depth camera captures distance information, used for portrait background blur, AR, and face unlock. It may use stereo, structured light, or ToF.

See ToF.

Where depth camera Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is depth camera?

A camera that measures distance to enable portrait blur and 3D effects.

What terms are related to depth camera?

Related Camera terms include wide camera, ultra-wide camera.

Related Technical Terms

wide camera
A phone's main, wide-field camera used for most shots. Camera
ultra-wide camera
A phone camera with a very wide field of view for broad scenes. Camera
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