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 [[focal plane|focuses to a point]]. This distance is measured in millimetres. Longer focal length gives higher magnification. A zoom lens often change in size when zooming to reach the desired focal length. | + | 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. Longer focal length gives higher magnification. A zoom lens often change in size when zooming; to reach the desired focal length. |
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Latest revision as of 13:35, 20 October 2009
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. Longer focal length gives higher magnification. A zoom lens often change in size when zooming; to reach the desired focal length.
