Schärfentiefe
depth of field; (in vision) depth of focus
noun SHAER-fen-tee-fe Rare
Usage Note
Schärfentiefe is primarily a photography term but is also used in optometry to describe the range over which the eye can maintain sharp focus. The borrowed use in vision discussions makes it useful cross-disciplinary vocabulary.
Examples
"Mit zunehmendem Alter nimmt die Schärfentiefe des Auges ab."
Natural Translation
With increasing age the depth of focus of the eye decreases.
Literal Translation
With increasing age decreases the depth-of-field of-the eye.
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