Definition
microprism
noun
- a very small prism, typically used in optical instruments or devices to redirect, split, or focus light
Usage: technical; often used in plural form in optical applications
Examples
- The camera's autofocus system uses microprisms to split incoming light for precise focusing.
- Microprisms are embedded in the viewfinder to help photographers achieve sharp focus.
- The optical device contains an array of microprisms to distribute light evenly across the sensor.
- Engineers designed the lens with microprisms to minimize light loss and aberration.