Camera lenses are typically described by their focal lengths first and foremost, but what exactly does "focal length" refer to? In a nutshell, a lens' focal length refers to its angle of view (the amount of coverage provided by the lens). Shorter focal lengths give a wider angle of view, while longer focal lengths deliver the opposite. Focal lengths also impact magnification – shooting with a 24mm lens makes distant objects appear much smaller compared to shooting with a 105mm lens. These factor