Why it matters
It changes how close, compressed, wide, or intimate the image feels.
Lens / Optics Advanced Look Intermediate
Focal Length
A lens measurement that affects angle of view and perspective feel.
When to use
- Lens choice
- Portraits
- Locations
- Product shots
Human shoot hint
Use wider focal lengths for space and longer focal lengths for compression.
AI prompt template
cinematic [subject], intentional focal length, natural perspective and subject separation, [duration]
Preview prompts
previewVideoUrl: null
[subject] shown with clear focal length choice, perspective visible, 3 seconds
Common mistakes
- Choosing lens by habit
- Ignoring distortion or compression