telefoto
Telefoto, also referred to as telephoto, is a lens category defined by a long focal length that magnifies distant subjects and produces a narrow field of view. The term covers both fixed-focal-length telephotos (prime lenses) and zoom lenses with long reach. In practical terms, telephoto lenses are longer and heavier than standard lenses and are chosen for subjects that are far away or for achieving strong subject isolation.
Focal ranges are commonly grouped as short telephotos (roughly 60–135 mm), mid-telephotos (about 135–300 mm), and
Optically, telephoto lenses gather light through a long focal length, resulting in a magnified image and a
Common uses include wildlife and sports photography, where distance to the subject matters, as well as portrait