Chromatic aberration


A flaw in a lens that is typically found in telephoto lenses that occurs when different hues of white light are focussed at slightly different distances. This results in unsightly colored halos being created around the margins of a photographic subject. The effect can be eliminated or significantly mitigated by software.


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Martin Kaninsky

Martin is the creator of About Photography Blog. With over 15 years of experience as a practicing photographer, Martin’s approach focuses on photography as an art form, emphasizing the stories behind the images rather than concentrating on gear.

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