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Lens / Optics Advanced Look Intermediate

Aperture

The lens opening that affects exposure and depth of field.

Why it matters

It controls how much is sharp and how much light enters.

When to use

  • Low light
  • Portraits
  • Deep focus
  • Exposure control

Human shoot hint

Open aperture for blur and light; close it for sharper depth.

AI prompt template

cinematic [subject], wide aperture, shallow depth of field, soft natural light, [duration]

Preview prompts

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[subject] with wide aperture look, soft background blur, 3 seconds

Common mistakes

  • Too shallow to keep subject sharp
  • Using aperture only for brightness