Understanding Camera Lenses Focal Distance vs F Stop

We are explaining lenses, what is focal distance and what is f stop. We present few examples and sketches for an easy understanding of the photography terminology of focal distance, focal length, f stop, aperture, all related to camera lenses.

 
 

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