Background Blur Calculator

Calculate how blurred your background will be based on lens settings and distances. Perfect for portrait photographers seeking subject isolation.

Shooting Parameters

Full frame = 36mm, APS-C = 23.5mm

Background Blur Circle

1.104 mm

Strong

BBlur Diameter
1104 um
FFrame Coverage
3.07%
RDistance Ratio
3.2x
QBlur Rating
Strong

Blur at Different Focal Lengths

35mm0.187 mm
50mm0.382 mm
85mm1.104 mm
105mm1.684 mm
135mm2.784 mm
200mm6.111 mm

Recommended Background Distances

Moderate Blur2.5 m
Strong Blur2.5 m
Very Strong Blur2.5 m