Types of Lens Distortion

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A Beginner’s Guide to Lens Distortion Parameters: F-Theta, F-Tan Theta, and TV Distortion

Prabu Kumar
In this blog, we break down lens distortion parameters. We explain in detail the three main types of lens distortion (barrel, pincushion, and mustache) and how they are mathematically represented in three different ways on lens datasheets: F-Tan (theta), F(theta), and TV distortion....