Many people collect old lenses as a hobby, or simply have older lenses they're interested in using on modern cameras.
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What research should I do before starting to photograph more?
I have a low end Canon digital camera, and I found my dad's old Sears KS-2 with the standard 50mm lens. I don't know that much about manual photography. I feel like I should do some research and learn ...
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How do I make the lens less sticky?
I have recently obtained a camera that has a lens that was apparently left in the sun/heat, and now the plastic on the lens is sticky. I was wondering if there was a way to make it not sticky without ...
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Is it possible to mount Pentax lenses on Sony NEX with an adapter?
I wonder whether it would be possible to mount Pentax lenses on a Sony NEX, using an adapter. Are such adapters already available? Would it be possible to have automatic focus?
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What are M42 prime lenses?
How can I use these prime lenses for Canon T2I? Are these cheap and good? I have no clue what M42 lenses are. Please post appropriate links for the lenses and adapter that I can use for my canon t2i.
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Can I use old Pentax lenses on newer Pentax DSLRs?
Can I use old Pentax lenses from the film days on the newer Pentax DSLRs?
Are there any caveats or exceptions? Are adapters or modifications needed?
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What are the best methods for cleaning really dirty lens elements?
I bought old M42 Pentacon 50mm f1.8 lens from a car boot sale. It works but is pretty dirty and it has also dirt inside (no mould/fungus though).
Opening the lens is not a problem but I would like to ...
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Force AF assist light on body / flash to come on with Nikon DSLRs?
I have a Nikon D-40 and D-90 with a wide assortment of prime lenses. I like fast primes for low light photography.
Some of my lenses are sufficiently old that they do not auto focus at all. Others ...
