bokeh

noun

bo·keh ˈbō-kā

-kə

: the blurred quality or effect seen in the out-of-focus portion of a photograph taken with a narrow depth of field

Good bokeh is smooth and pleasing, whereas bad bokeh produces a jagged and discordant effect. … The quality of bokeh is largely dependent on the construction of the lens. For this reason, lenses that provide high-quality bokeh are prized.—

Harold Davis

Examples of bokeh in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Features for Advanced Users Too Expert-level cinematographers may turn up their noses at entry features like the bokeh button and in-camera color profiles, but the ZV-E10 II has plenty to offer those with advanced skill sets. —

Jim Fisher, PCMAG, 10 July 2024 Photographers don't always associate an f/4.5-6.3 optical formula with blurred backgrounds, but the 50-300mm is capable of rendering some bokeh in the right situations. —

PCMAG, 6 June 2024 The bokeh is inoffensive and fairly typical for an affordable zoom. —

PCMAG, 6 June 2024 Serious portrait specialists can justify spending more on the FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II for its cleaner bokeh and better optical performance at the telephoto end. —

PCMAG, 16 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for bokeh

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