Tag Archives: Length
The A to Z of Photography: Focal length
Focal length is the optical distance from the front element of a lens to the point where light rays entering the lens converge to form a sharp image on the sensor, and is expressed in millimetres. It also suggests the … Continue reading
Think Again: Stopping Camera Shake and the 1/(Effective Focal Length) Formula
by Sean Setters The formula of “1/ (effective [full-frame] focal length)” is likely ingrained in your head and can be recalled and calculated on the fly as you place a camera’s viewfinder to your eye. It’s a simple formula which has … Continue reading
How to use Focal Length and Background Compression to Enhance Your Photos
One of the most common uses for zoom lenses is, as their name suggests, to zoom in on objects that are far away. These lenses are fantastic for getting close-up views of nature, architecture, wildlife, or anything else that might be … Continue reading
4 Things You Should Know About Focal Length and Composition
Lenses are the eye of your camera. The focal length of a lens (and your point of view) determine how much of the subject your camera sees. You may already be familiar with the basics, and understand the difference between, say, … Continue reading