Difference between revisions of "Focal length"
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− | The focal length of a lens element is the distance from the lens to where a set of parallel rays entering the lens focuses to a point. This distance is measured in millimetres. | + | The focal length of a lens element is the distance from the lens to where a set of parallel rays entering the lens [[focal plane|focuses to a point]]. This distance is measured in millimetres. |
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Revision as of 09:40, 15 February 2007
The focal length of a lens element is the distance from the lens to where a set of parallel rays entering the lens focuses to a point. This distance is measured in millimetres.