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TELEPHOTO CONVERTER [1 record]

Record 1 2004-09-09

English

Subject field(s)
  • Audiovisual Techniques and Equipment
  • Photography
DEF

An extension which fits between the camera body and lens to increase focal length.

CONT

The tele-converter will double (2 X) or triple (3 X) the effective focal length of any lens to which it is attached.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Audiovisuel (techniques et équipement)
  • Photographie
CONT

Ces dispositifs optiques [...] qui comportent de 3 à 5 lentilles, se placent entre l'objectif et le boîtier. Ils multiplient la focale de l'objectif par 2 ou 3, certains pouvant varier entre 2 et 3.

Spanish

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