[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Camera

fisheye

An extreme wide-angle lens with strong barrel distortion.

Also known as: fisheye lens

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

A fisheye lens captures an extremely wide field with pronounced curvature, used for creative, wrap-around perspectives.

See wide-angle.

Where fisheye Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is fisheye?

An extreme wide-angle lens with strong barrel distortion.

What terms are related to fisheye?

Related Camera terms include standard lens, macro lens.

Related Technical Terms

standard lens
The main wide-angle lens on a phone, with a natural field of view. Camera
macro lens
A lens designed for extreme close-up photography of small subjects. Camera
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