Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
telephoto
noun
/ˈtɛləˌfoʊtoʊ/
Definition
A type of camera lens that magnifies distant subjects, allowing them to appear closer than they actually are.
Examples
- The wildlife photographer used a telephoto lens to capture stunning images of the birds in their natural habitat.
- During the game, she zoomed in with her telephoto lens to photograph the players on the field.
Meaning
Telephoto lenses are used in photography to capture images of faraway objects with clarity and detail, making them appear larger in the frame.
Synonyms
- zoom lens
- long-focus lens
- magnifying lens
