Astronomy Insights
Tool I · Imaging Math

Focal Length Calculator

Compute effective focal length, focal ratio, image scale, and field of view for any telescope + camera combination. Pick a target to see whether it fits in frame.

Inputs
mm
mm
×
×
μm
mm
mm
px
deg
Results
Effective focal length 728mm
Focal ratio f/5.6
Image scale 1.07″/px
FOV width1.85°
FOV height1.24°
FOV area2.30 deg²
FOV width (arcmin)110.96′
Airy disk Ø (550 nm)1.04″
Sampling vs Airy1.03×
Resolved image (px)6248 × 4176
Verdict
FOV vs target