Definition: Bokeh simply means fuzzy or out of focus. It is used to refer to the effect of shallow depth of field that creates a pleasing blur of color behind the subject. The type of lens and the depth of field play a large part in determining how out of focus the area is and whether or not it creates a pleasing effect in the image.
Also Known As: Boke, out of focus, shallow depth of field
Alternate Spellings: boke
Common Misspellings: brokeh
