Lens Flare: What You Need to Know

A lens flare is a type of optical effect that can take place in photographs. It is often seen as a bright point, or circular shape near the light source and it has become an important part of photography for some people. In this blog post, you will learn more about what lens flares are and how they work!

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 Understanding Lens Flare

An example of a lens flare is different when the light source is near and far. A close light source such as a candle, will produce small blobs whereas a farther light source such as sunlight, will create a circular shape which expands. The colors of a flare can also vary depending on the lighting, but most are warmer colors. Lens flares are often seen in photographs with bright lights because these lights can create an uneven brightness in the photograph.

When this happens, the lens flare often … Read the rest