Written by The focal length of your lens does much more than just zoom in on distant objects – it can completely alter the way an image looks.
Focal length is one of the more important photography terms. The actual mm rating (such as 70mm or 300mm) on your camera refers to the distance from the front glass to the point of focus. Focal length tells you how much magnification is possible for your camera lens. In practical usage, the larger the focal length, the more magnification the lens produces.
Watch this video to show you how to understand and use your focal length for better photos.
