wide-angle
adjective
wide-an·gle
ˈwīd-ˈaŋ-gəl 
1
: having or covering an angle of view wider than the ordinary
—used especially of lenses of shorter than normal focal length
2
: having, involving the use of, or relating to a wide-angle lens
a wide-angle shot
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While the hilltop house has impressive, wide-angle views over the Douro Valley, the hotel organizes excursions that give guests a close-up on the river below.
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Ann Abel, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Beyond the excellent illumination, what sets this security camera apart is the clever dual-lens design, comprising a 3K wide-angle lens and a 2K telephoto lens that offers up to 8X zoom.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 11 July 2025
The moment a bird touches down, the wide-angle lens wakes up silently.
—Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 4 July 2025
Best medium-format wide prime The Fujifilm Fujinon GF 30mm f/3.5 R WR is a key wide-angle prime lens for Fujifilm's class-leading medium-format system.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 3 July 2025
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Ann Abel, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Beyond the excellent illumination, what sets this security camera apart is the clever dual-lens design, comprising a 3K wide-angle lens and a 2K telephoto lens that offers up to 8X zoom.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 11 July 2025
The moment a bird touches down, the wide-angle lens wakes up silently.
—Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 4 July 2025
Best medium-format wide prime The Fujifilm Fujinon GF 30mm f/3.5 R WR is a key wide-angle prime lens for Fujifilm's class-leading medium-format system.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 3 July 2025
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“Wide-angle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wide-angle. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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