Recommend a book for Optical physics

[blue_mind]

Hello,

Can someone recommend a book for Optical physics? I am keen to learn rigorously some fundamental aspects of light passing through various mediums (lens). I want to understand terms such as focus, blur, aberrations etc.

-Ranga

 

[Drakkith]

What is your current education level and background?

 

[blue_mind]

What is your current education level and background?

Hi,

I have a Bachelor's in Mech. and I am a Mechanical engineer. I am good at Maths. I can visualize calculus very well. Let me know if you need more information?

-Ranga

 

[Drakkith]

Well, you could try Modern Optical Engineering, by Warren J. Smith.
It's the recommended textbook for my Geometrical Optics class and should cover everything you've asked for.

 

[Jadaav]

Hecht - optics

I've been using this book for my optics module at university. So I think it will suit you.

 

[blue_mind]

Thank you.

 

[Fred Wright]

Born & Wolf "Principles of Optics". The classic with free download.