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... parallax ( viewpoint difference ) by adjustment from infinity to the near - point of the lens with a separate cam for each focal length . Most cameras used today are of the reflex type . A par- tially reflecting mirror ( beam splitter ) ...
... parallax ( viewpoint difference ) by adjustment from infinity to the near - point of the lens with a separate cam for each focal length . Most cameras used today are of the reflex type . A par- tially reflecting mirror ( beam splitter ) ...
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