Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Why do long lenses make the background look so close? 📸 In this short video, I explain how focal length changes perspective and creates that beautiful background compression you see in cinematic shots. From telephoto lenses to zooms, understanding this effect will help you take more intentional, cinematic images.

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