hyperfocal

/haɪˌpərˈfoʊkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

of or relating to a point of focus in a photograph where objects both in front of and behind the point are acceptably sharp

“To achieve a hyperfocal distance, set the lens to f/8 and focus on the middle ground.”

2. noun

the point of focus in a photograph where objects both in front of and behind the point are acceptably sharp

“The hyperfocal point in the photograph was at the edge of the frame, causing the background to be slightly out of focus.”

Synonyms

  • acceptable focus
  • point of focus

Antonyms

  • blurred focus
  • unsharp focus