Aperture
The opening in a camera lens that controls how much light enters.
What is aperture?
Aperture refers to the opening in a camera lens through which light passes to reach the camera sensor. It is measured in f-stops (like f/2.8, f/5.6, f/11). A wider aperture (lower f-number) lets in more light and creates a shallow depth of field, blurring the background. A narrower aperture (higher f-number) lets in less light but keeps more of the image in focus. For product photography, apertures between f/8 and f/11 are commonly used to ensure the entire product is sharp.
Pro tips
Use f/8-f/11 for sharp product photos with everything in focus
Use wider apertures (f/2.8-f/4) for lifestyle shots with blurred backgrounds
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