Have questions regarding how to use camera lenses? Check out this Q&A which covers everything you need to know about camera lenses. If you have questions regarding which one to buy check out this helpful article: Choosing Lenses.
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What Does Fast Lens Mean?
I've heard reference to "fast" lenses. What does this mean and why is it important? I have a Canon 20D with a Canon EF-S17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens and also a Canon EF75-300mm f4-5.9 IS lens. M... |
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How to Understand Lens Specs
Please share with me what lens specs mean. For example: 105MM 1.2.8D and 18-70 1:3.5-4.5G Thank you.... |
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First Lens: Prime vs. Zoom
I am (finally) about to purchase my first DSLR (Nikon D70s). I thought I was settled on purchasing the Nikon 35-70 2.8. I like that it has a macro option (though not one of Nikon's "Macro" lens... |
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Digital Lens on a Film Camera?
I shoot 35mm film with a Nikon N65. I just received a Tokina 19-35mm lens for Christmas. However, it's a lens for a digital camera. Will it still work on my film camera? I heard that using digi... |
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New Lens: Telephoto?
I am thinking of buying a telephoto lens (or a different lens) for my new Rebel XT. My price range is $100-150. What would the best lens to get? Right now I have a 18-55mm lens. Also, I would like ... |
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What Lens Do I Need?
I own a Canon EOS 300D and have the EFS 18-55mm lens. I want to purchase a telephoto and wide-angle lens. I would like to know what the best lenses and which brands will fit on the EOS 300D? I'... |
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Choosing a Lens for Portraiture
Hello,I am interested in a digital SLR for taking pictures of my baby, and possibly turning it into a business eventually. I am looking into the Minolta Maxxum 5D. I'm wondering what lens to ... |
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Choosing Lenses for Nature Photography
Hi,I recently bought a Nikon D70 with 18-70mm lens. I am quite interested in nature photography as well as wildlife photography. There are a lot of lenses advertised on various Web sites like the 6... |
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How to Clean Lenses
I just cleaned my macro lens with anti-fog lens cleaner and a microfiber cloth. I cleaned it like I always do but this time it left streaks across the lens ... is there any way to remove them???... |
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Fisheye Lens Options
I am the head photographer at my high school and my principal approached me about taking a picture of the school during a pep rally with a fisheye lens. What would be the best lens to buy for a Can... |
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Best Lens for Studio Work
I plan to invest in a better lens, and wanted to know what suggestions there are for which lens works good for the studio. Should I use a general purpose or a zoom?... |
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Image Stabilization Lens
With the current line of Canon lenses, is it still better to buy a fast lens, 2.8? Or is it OK to go with a slower lens with image stabilization (IS)? It goes against all my past knowledge to do th... |
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Fish Eye Macro Wide: Definitely a 'Fun Lens'
I would love to invest in both a macro lens and a fish-eye lens. Not that I really need either, they would just be fun to have for effects. I'm wondering if anyone has ever heard of or used a ... |
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Lens Question: 50mm Vs. 85mm
I just bought a Canon 50mm 1.4 USM lens and really like it, but I am now reading how wonderful the 85mm f/1.2L USM is. While more expensive and what is recommended for the 1Ds Mark II, would the i... |
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About the Numbers on My SLR Lens
My SLR lens has a specification; 50mm 1:1.8. What does 1:1.8 refer to and what does it mean?... |
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Dirt in My Lens
I recently discovered what looks like dirt (dust) spots in my 70-300 lens. I cleaned the lens but discovered that the dirt is inside the lens itself. How does it get there (preventative maintenance... |
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Fish-Eye Lens: How to Use It
I just received a fish-eye lens - 15mm. What is the proper use of this lens? What situations does it apply to? Do you have any good advice to offer someone who has no idea as to when a fish-eye wou... |
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What Is a Lens Doubler (Tele-Converter)?
Can someone explain what a "lens doubler" is? ... |
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New Canon Lens; USA Vs. Imported
Has anyone bought the new Canon 28-105mm usm 4-5.6 lens? How is the lens?Did you buy USA or imported? Does it make a difference? This lens is less expensive and does not have the metal ring.Thanks... |
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Help in Purchasing Lenses
I am struggling with sharpness and clarity of my photos and need advice on lenses. I have a canon 20d that came with a standard 3.5f 28-55mm lens and purchased a Quantaray 4.5f 70-300mm zoom lens. ... |
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