Bokeh Bokeh refers to the aesthetic quality of the out-of-focus areas in a photograph, particularly in the background or foreground. It is characterized by smooth, soft, and pleasingly blurred areas of light and color that result from the lens's rendering of out-of-focus elements. Bokeh is influenced by various factors, including aperture shape, lens design, and the distance between the subject and background.
Lenses with wide apertures, such as f/1.4 or f/2.8, are prized for their ability to produce creamy and attractive bokeh, creating a sense of depth and separation between the subject and its surroundings. Bokeh can add visual interest and artistic impact to portraits, macro photography, and other genres where selective focus and shallow depth of field are used to draw attention to the main subject. |