This book introduces readers to the basic principles of optical instruments, the camera, and the optical lantern, with special attention to the design, construction, and practical operation of the photographic lens. Written for students of photography, those studying spectacle-making, and readers with an interest in scientific instruments, it provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and techniques used in optical photography. The author covers everything from the simplest pinhole camera to more advanced telephoto lenses, explaining how they work, how to use them, and how to troubleshoot common problems. The book discusses the latest advances in lens design, as well as the different types of cameras available, including film, plate, and digital cameras. The author also includes a chapter on the history of photography and an appendix of useful tables and formulas.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces readers to the basic principles of optical instruments, the camera, and the optical lantern, with special attention to the design, construction, and practical operation of the photographic lens. Written for students of photography, those studying spectacle-making, and readers with an interest in scientific instruments, it provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and techniques used in optical photography. The author covers everything from the simplest pinhole camera to more advanced telephoto lenses, explaining how they work, how to use them, and how to troubleshoot common problems. The book discusses the latest advances in lens design, as well as the different types of cameras available, including film, plate, and digital cameras. The author also includes a chapter on the history of photography and an appendix of useful tables and formulas. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282214746_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282214746
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