focusing error

[/ˈfoʊkəsɪŋ ˈɛrər/]
nounpl: focusing errors
erro de foco
1. A deviation from the intended focal point in optical systems, cameras, or imaging devices, resulting in blurred or improperly focused images
The photographer noticed a focusing error in the camera that caused all the photos to be slightly blurry.
O fotógrafo notou um erro de foco na câmera que fez todas as fotos ficarem ligeiramente desfocadas.
2. In microscopy, a misalignment of the objective lens relative to the specimen plane
The technician corrected the focusing error on the microscope before proceeding with the analysis.
O técnico corrigiu o erro de foco no microscópio antes de prosseguir com a análise.
3. In autofocus systems, a failure to achieve proper focus on the intended subject
Modern cameras have reduced focusing errors through improved autofocus algorithms.
Câmeras modernas reduziram erros de foco através de algoritmos de autofoco melhorados.
This is a technical term widely used in Brazilian and Portuguese photography, cinematography, and scientific communities. In Brazil, photographers and videographers commonly use 'erro de foco' when discussing camera problems or image quality issues. The term has become increasingly important with the rise of smartphone photography and digital imaging technology.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
focus errordefocus errorout of focusfocus deviation
Antonyms / Antônimos
sharp focuscorrect focusin focusproper focus

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
erro de foco
Standard technical term used in photography and optics
Portugal
erro de focagem
Alternative term occasionally used in European Portuguese
Technical contexts
desenfoque não intencional
More descriptive term meaning 'unintentional blur'
Informal Brazilian
foto desfocada
Casual reference to the result of a focusing error

Related Words

autofocusdepth of fieldfocal pointlens aberrationimage qualityoptical aberration

Related Idioms & Phrases

out of focus
bring into focus
lose focus
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