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Hyperfocal Distance Calculator

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Calculates the hyperfocal distance, which is the distance at which a lens can be focused to achieve the greatest depth of field.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Focal Length (mm), Aperture (f-number), and Circle of Confusion (mm) in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Hyperfocal Distance (meters) and Hyperfocal Distance (feet) in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

50mm, f/8, Full Frame

Focal Length (mm): 50; Aperture (f-number): 8; Circle of Confusion (mm): 0.03

Hyperfocal Distance (meters): 10.41666667 meters; Hyperfocal Distance (feet): 34.17541667 feet

35mm, f/5.6, APS-C

Focal Length (mm): 35; Aperture (f-number): 5.6; Circle of Confusion (mm): 0.02

Hyperfocal Distance (meters): 10.9375 meters; Hyperfocal Distance (feet): 35.8841875 feet

24mm, f/11, Micro Four Thirds

Focal Length (mm): 24; Aperture (f-number): 11; Circle of Confusion (mm): 0.013

Hyperfocal Distance (meters): 4.027972028 meters; Hyperfocal Distance (feet): 13.21513175 feet

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