Lens Magnification Calculator
Compute lateral magnification m = −dᵢ/dₒ from object and image distances.
Input Data
Input Object distance dₒ.
cm
Input Image distance dᵢ.
cm
Results
-2
m = −dᵢ/dₒ (negative → inverted).
At a glance:Lens Magnification Calculator: enter parameters to compute results; complements related calculators.
Formula
m = −dᵢ / dₒ.
How to Use
- Enter object distance dₒ and image distance dᵢ.
- It returns magnification m.
Case Studies
dₒ=30, dᵢ=60 → m=−2
m = −60/30 = −2 (inverted, 2× larger).
FAQ
What does the sign mean?
Negative → inverted real image; positive → upright virtual image.
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References
Content review: Calculatorism Science Team. Formula and numeric tests verified; results for reference only.