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| − | An '''aperture''' is an opening | + | An '''aperture''' is an opening in a lens that limits the amount of light passing through it to the camera body. The term aperture is also often used to describe the diameter of that opening. It is usually adjustable, most often by turning an "aperture ring" on the outside of the lens body. |
Revision as of 19:41, 26 May 2005
An aperture is an opening in a lens that limits the amount of light passing through it to the camera body. The term aperture is also often used to describe the diameter of that opening. It is usually adjustable, most often by turning an "aperture ring" on the outside of the lens body.
