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Flange focal distance

Also known as flange depth.

The specified distance from a lens-mount reference surface to the image plane.

In practice

Keep mounts clean and calibrated; an incorrect distance can shift focus marks across the lens range.

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Sources

  1. Camera Systems Configuration Overviews · ARRI

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.

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