DSLR angle of view calculator

DSLR angle of view calculator calculator can be used to calculate the horizontal and vertical angles of view for a DSLR camera based on its focal length and sensor size.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

Angle of View = 2 * arctan((sensor dimension / (2 * focal length)))

Where:
Focal Length: The distance from the lens to the image sensor when the lens is focused at infinity.
Sensor Width/Height: The dimensions of the image sensor.

DSLR angle of view calculator Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the DSLR angle of view calculator calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Enter the focal length of your DSLR camera in millimeters (mm).
  2. Enter the width of your camera's sensor in millimeters (mm).
  3. Enter the height of your camera's sensor in millimeters (mm).
  4. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the horizontal and vertical angles of view.
  5. The results will be displayed in degrees (°).

Understanding the Results

The horizontal angle of view is the extent of the scene that can be captured horizontally, while the vertical angle of view is the extent of the scene that can be captured vertically. These values help you understand the field of view of your camera setup.

Example

If you have a DSLR camera with a focal length of 50 mm and a sensor size of 36 mm (width) and 24 mm (height), the calculator will provide you with the horizontal and vertical angles of view for that setup.