The ‘aperture stop’ or simply the ‘stop’ is the limiting aperture of the system, which restricts the diameter of the cone or cylinder of light that can enter and pass through the system. The diameter ...

Two terms that are common in photography are aperture and f-stop, but what do they mean and how does knowing about aperture and f-stop help you take better photos? [Featured image by Koeepik via ...

With a variable aperture, you can switch between different f-stops, providing flexibility for various shooting conditions. In other words, you can enjoy more artistic freedom to experiment with ...