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antonietta
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« on: December 17, 2004, 05:26:19 AM »

what is the formula to describe focal lengths in terms of the lens length on a 35mm please?
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« Reply #1 on: December 17, 2004, 05:37:57 AM »

Hello there antonietta,

Welcome to the Q&A Board. I believe you are speaking about what is known as 35 mm equivalency. Digital camera manufacturers describe focal lengths in terms of the lens length on a 35 mm camera which would produce a similar area of view. While the focal length on one 35 mm camera is the same for all others, it is not the case for digital cameras.

Here is more detailed information and a chart about 35 mm equivalency:

http://www.digicamhelp.com/what-is-35mm-equivalent/
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« Reply #2 on: December 17, 2004, 11:59:24 AM »

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what is the formula to describe focal lengths in terms of the lens length on a 35mm please?


thanx alot shutterbugail
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