Hyperrealism, although photographic in essence, often entails a softer, much more complex focus on the subject depicted, presenting it as a living, tangible object.
Hüperrealism seevastu, olles siiski sisuliselt fotograafiline, hõlmab tihti ka pehmemat, keerukamat fookust kujutatud ainesel, esitades seda kui elavat, käegakatsutavat objekti.