[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Camera

variable aperture

A lens whose aperture can change to control light and depth of field.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

A variable aperture lens can switch between f-stops, letting a wide aperture gather light in the dark and a narrower one sharpen bright scenes.

See dual aperture.

Where variable aperture Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is variable aperture?

A lens whose aperture can change to control light and depth of field.

What terms are related to variable aperture?

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

Related Technical Terms

ultra-wide camera
A phone camera with a very wide field of view for broad scenes. Camera
depth camera
A camera that measures distance to enable portrait blur and 3D effects. Camera
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