Definition
Viewing angle in the context of cameras and lenses refers to the angular extent of the scene captured by a lens, determined by the focal length and sensor size. Wide-angle lenses (14mm–35mm) capture a broad field of view, ideal for vlogs, room tours, and environmental shots. Telephoto lenses (85mm+) have a narrow viewing angle that compresses perspective and isolates subjects. For monitor displays, viewing angle describes how far off-axis a viewer can be while still seeing accurate colors and contrast — an important consideration for color-critical editing work.