The Photographic Lens

by Sidney F. Ray

Book Overview

The purpose of this book is to explain the basic principles of optics and image fomation particular to such lenses and optical systems. Much importance is placed on clear and detailed diagrams of contemporary equipment, and graphs of performance characteristics. The book begins with an explanation of visual perception, followed by sections on basic optics and image formation by representative systems; the design, the manufacture and testing of lenses...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0240513290
• ISBN13: 9780240513294
• Release Date: March 1992
• Publisher: Focal Press
• Length: 355 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"