[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Camera
Ultrawide Lens
A very wide-angle lens (~13 mm) for landscapes and group shots.
Also known as:
Ultrawide
Ultra-wide
Ultrawide camera
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Ultrawide lenses capture a very wide field (≈120°) — see 2) Ultrawide: 48 MP and Angle of widest lens: 120°. Great for architecture, landscapes, and group photos.
Ultrawide sensors are usually smaller with smaller pixels, so low light is weaker. Some add macro shooting.
Where Ultrawide Lens Matters
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ultrawide Lens?
A very wide-angle lens (~13 mm) for landscapes and group shots.
What terms are related to Ultrawide Lens?
Related Camera terms include Focal Length, Megapixel, Sensor Size.
Related Technical Terms
Focal Length
The lens's optical distance in mm; wide (13mm) = wide angle, long (85mm+) = zoom.
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Megapixel
One million pixels in a camera sensor; more MP can mean more detail, but sensor size matters more.
Camera
Sensor Size
The physical size of the camera sensor (1/1.56", 1/2.55"); larger sensors capture more light.
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