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This article is from the
Photographic Lenses FAQ, by David Jacobson with numerous
contributions by others.
32. What is an "aspheric element"?
It a lens element in which the radius of curvature varies slightly
with angle off axis. Aspheric elements give the lens designer more
degrees of freedom with which to correct aberrations. They are most
often used in wide angle and zoom lenses.
 
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