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Knowledge Center / Glossary / D / Diffraction Limit

Diffraction Limit

A theoretical limiting factor governing the maximum obtainable resolution of an optical or imaging system, defined by the inverse of the wavelength of light being used multiplied by the f/# of the lens.

See also Modulation Transfer Function (MTF)

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