Camera Lenses
When you've been using the same
lens kit; these are useful for beginners because they reduce the time spent searching for the right lens.
There are a few things you should think about prior to buying a new lens, including purpose, price point, and shutter speed. Check out this guide to camera lenses for more information!
Purpose
The lens you use to take that aweSoftware'>photo editing anyway.
Specs
Aperture and shutter speed are the basis for lens performance. Shutter speed is self explanatory: if you've ever worked with a manual camera you know you can alter this setting to go from a fast "click" to a delayed "thunk," changing the the amount of exposure to light film gets. This works in conjunction with the aperture, which at different sizes allows different amounts of light in.
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f/2.8 is a small number, however, the smaller the number, the larger the aperture. This means that f/2.8 lets in more light than f/22.
* A faster lens usually means higher quality. Also, the faster the lens, the less light you need to make a shot work.
* It's best to err on the side of slight overexposure, especially if you're working in black and white. The more light allowed in, generally, the more detail captured that can be corrected later, in editing.
* For an in-depth explanation with visuals click
here.
* For a "tedious" explanation click
here.
Lens Types
Related to function, one must also consider the types of lenses available. For a start, prime lenses versus zoom lenses:
L or Non-L Lenses
You also need to consider "L" lens (professional grade) versus Non-"L" lens (consumer grade) lenses.
EF or EF-S Lenses
Practical Considerations
While it would be nice to be able to head out with every lens you could possibly need in tow, the weight and the
bulk would get you down before you could even snap your first shot. After you check out the finer details above, you've got to take a practical look at the lenses in your range, starting with expense. If you've got a particular style or subject preference, like landscape photos, you should always seek quality over price. If you're looking to experiment with something new, you can look for more of a compromise between quality and price until you find more of a regular need for it.
Related Products
* Lost your
lens cap?
* Need a
lens cap keeper for next time?
* Want to clean your lens? Try
Nikon's pen lens cleaner.
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Camera Lens Filters
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Hard Lens Case
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Lens Hood/Bayonet
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Lens Pouch
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International Resources
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