Questions tagged [lens]
A photographic lens is used to focus the light onto film or a digital sensor. Many cameras have interchangeable lens systems, allowing the photographer to choose the type of lens to use.
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Trying to understand effect of lens lp/mm on image pixels
I'm trying to understand how lens quality in terms of lp/mm affects the pixels in an image.
Suppose I have a Sony IMX253 (1.1" sensor format, 3.45um pixel size, 4096x3000 resolution). In order to ...
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Is Sigma 50 mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art compatibile with Nikon Z50?
Can I use Sigma 50 mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art (Nikon mount) with Nikon Z50? Currently I am using it with D5600 but I am interested in switching to mirrorless and wonder if my lens is going to work properly ...
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K10D poor focus - manual or auto - with full-frame zoom lens
I'm getting very poor focus particularly at the long end of an 80-320mm tele lens that I am using with my Pentax K10D.
The lens was originally bought for my 35mm Pentax SLR (maybe an MZ5 or something, ...
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What's the best Nikon lens for jewelry photography?
I am beginner, I am planning to do some silver and gemstone jewelry shoot for my wife. I have a Nikon Z6. What’s the best lens I can use for this purpose. I have a kit lens 24-200/4-6.3. I have plans ...
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How do I select a fixed lens for my APS-C sensor camera for a specific field of view/zoom
I have a camera that's been set up for a very specific application: it's a mirrorless Sony alpha 6000, with the lens that came with the camera: The Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Retractable Zoom Lens.
I ...
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Why does my Nikon DX AF-S Nikkor 55-200mm seem to be more zoomed in at 200mm than my AF-S Nikkor 18-200mm? [duplicate]
Looking for some input experience here. I have a Nikon D3300 and the following lenses:
18-55 VR kit
55-200 VR
18-200 VR
35mm fixed
I primarily use the 18-200 lens out of convenience but was doing ...
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Identifying full frame lens [closed]
I have a D7100 with three lens, a Nikon SWM VR ED IF 077, a Nikon SWM 058 and a Sigma DC 072. I am considering moving to a full frame Nikon and trying to identity if all or any of my lens are ...
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Rodenstock Sironar N Compatibility
Is the Rodenstock Sironar N 240mm F5.6 MC compatible with LF 4X5 camera ? Should I have any concerns ?
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UV and haze lens for Canon Powershot SX50 HS
Looking for UV and CPL lens for this camera. As far as I am aware the supplied lens is 58 mm. Offers seem to have either 58 mm lens sets from Fotover etc. or 67 mm lens form Neewer etc. I assume for ...
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Sigma 70-300mm macro or nikon 55-200mm vr ii
I currently have a Nikon d3200 and am trying to decide between these two lenses.
I understand the sigma can only manual focus on my camera. Im mostly looking to shoot wildlife , landscape or other far ...
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How to calculate height of camera and ground coverage via geometry?
I have a GoPro7 that I will mount on a pickup vehicle to capture ground images with video capture.
The camera isn't top down but has about 20 (or 30) degrees inclination from the vertical axis.
I want ...
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Does the QX1 support passive lenses?
I'm just starting to get into photography and got a used Sony QX1 and the 16-50 kit lens.
Now I'm looking to extend my glass collection.
I've read that to use lenses without any electrical connections,...
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Tokina AT-X 120 Pro DX AF 11-20mm f/2.8 vs Tokina AT-X 11-20mm f/2.8 Pro DX
for my Canon 80D am looking for a wide angle fast lens. Am considering the Tokina 11-20mm f/2.8.
Am confused though as I have found online two different names with apparently the same specifications.
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Which lens should i choose for bokeh while video streaming?
I don't understand this lens topic. I watched so many videos and now i have more questions. I have a Canon M200 for streaming. I want nice bokeh effect for my background and silence auto focus. ...
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Unable to remove lens from my D750
My Nikon 200-500 has become stuck on my Nikon D750. The lens rotates slightly on the pins but won't rotate all the way to release.
I'm guessing there's an issue with the locking pins on the D750.
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How does the Leica R Telyt-R 250 mm f/4 compare to a more modern lens?
Looking for a 300m to use with Leica M digital 24 MB. Use case for the lens: always from a tripod, only at infinity (no autofocus/quick focus needed), photographing objects that are not moving. I ...
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Are there any F/1.8 wide angle primes under 20mm for Nikon F? [closed]
Nikon has a 20mm F/1.8 and there is a Sigma 14mm F/1.8 lens. I wonder if there are any fullframe Nikon F mount lenses with an aperture of F/1.8 and a focal length in between 15-19mm.
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Is there a zoom lens I can attach to a Kindle Fire for birdwatching?
This is probably pretty pedestrian for you all, but it's a sincere and slightly desperate question. My 94 year-old mom has been a casual birdwatcher her whole life. She's still pretty spry but has ...
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Canon EOS R or R5 with EF-S lens
Next month, I will buy a canon EOS R5 for concert photography.
I will be short on money for some months or even a whole year because of this investment.
I have a lot of EF-S lenses and some EF lenses ...
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How to stop oil from returning after cleaning aperture blades?
I got a free copy of the Nikon 200mm f/4 Ai lens.
However the aperture blades are stuck and oily from both sides. I managed to open the lens and clean the blades from both sides with alcohol. I ...
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Has anyone had consistent success in using M42 lenses via adapter on the 5D MkIV?
Intermittent Er20 code on 5D MkIV using M42 to EOS adapter
I am wondering if anyone has encountered this issue. I'm using Fotodiox Pro metal adapters to attach either Asahi Pentax Takumar lenses of ...
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150-600 mm lens for Nikon D5600
I have checked Sigma and Tamron 150-600 which are mentioned (in Amazon) as compatible with Nikon D5600. The reason why I am posting is to know whether to go with any of these lens with this camera or ...
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Adapt Praktica MTL 5B lenses to Lumix G80 camera
I recently bought a Panasonic Lumix G80 12-60 mm/F3.5-5.6 kit lens as my first proper camera (apart from point and shoot cameras). I've also found some lenses that belonged to my dad, that were used ...
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Can a lens affect relative performance of autofocus points?
I am comparing the autofocus performance of my Nikon D800 with two lenses,
A Sigma 150-600 C (post sigma-dock calibration)
A Nikkor 50mm 1.8G (post AF fine tune).
Both lenses focus well with the ...
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Correct lens type for product photography
I am extremely new to photography and I have a Nikon D5300 with the kit lens that comes with it. I have been woodworking for a while and want to take product photos of my work to put on etsy and ...
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Canon Powershot Lens Error
I have a Canon Powershot Camera SD1400 IS camera. It accidentally got dropped, and is now giving a Lens Error. :(
When I turn it on, it attempts to bring the lens out, but then retracts and says the ...
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Calculating Lens Hood Dimensions
How can I calculate for a given lens, where in the periphery a theoretical lens hood would become visible?
This seems dependent on the size of the front element, focal length, and possibly other ...
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Equipment question - what in a lens name denotes when the filter mount moves during focusing?
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Canon RP
I built a somewhat heavy lens attachment that mounts to the filter ring. This is fine with my old 85mm f1.8 as the filter ring is directly on the lens body.
I recently got a 35mm f1....
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How to reduce shake at high focal lengths {2600mm-3900mm with adapters} when on a tripod?
I have a Nikon DIGITAL DSLR 650 1300mm zoom lens. In honour of this, I bought a Zomei tripod which is of good quality but even so, the slightest breath of wind makes the lens shake, and at such high ...
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Is a Canon 18-200mm lens a good idea?
Currently I have a T7, and I don't like the non-versatility of the kit 18-55mm lens, i.e. I need more focal range. Is a Canon 18-200mm lens a good option for a replacement? I've seen a lot of reviews, ...
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Lens getting fungus again and again
I have a sigma 24-35 f/2 lens and it got affected by fungus and I cleaned it from a professional recently and after that, I am keeping it inside an air-sealed box with a lot of silica gel bag but ...
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Which lens do you recommend for entry level bird and wildlife photography on Canon APS-C DSLRs?
My son got a EOS 800d camera for his 21st birthday. The included lens is a 18-55mm f/4.5.6 IS STM.
He is finding that it does not zoom enough to take good pictures of local wildlife.
We have several ...
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Extend PIR range by adding a lens?
I bought this solar powered wifi camera. I stuck it in a tree above my front gate, hoping to automatically trigger to record vehicles and people in front of it. The footage uploads to the web, via my ...
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In general, should I expect better image quality from a 24-70mm f/2.8 lens than from a 24-105mm f/4 lens?
I'm in the market for a full frame EF-mount standard zoom lens, so I've been doing a lot of research about different 24‑70mm f/2.8 and 24‑105mm f/4 options. I understand the tradeoffs in terms of ...
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Better for portrait photography: Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM vs CANON EF50mm F1.8 STM?
I have a Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens came with my Canon EOS 6D Mark II. Would the Canon EF 50mm F1.8 STM be better for portrait pictures than my 24-105mm lens?
I am new to photography and ...
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Canon 200mm f/2.8 L II USM vs Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 EX APO DG OS or something else?
I'm looking for replacement of my Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM. Camera is Canon EOS 700D.
Requirements:
amateur photograph, especially nature and birds, mostly walking rarely hiding,
focal ...
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Landscape photography: benefit of 24-70mm F/2.8 over cheaper version
I already have a decent wide angle zoom for landscape photography and I would like to get and additional standard zoom lens. Sometimes those wide angles feel a little too wide - especially in the ...
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Best solution for under/over waterline shots with Olympus tg-6
I'm looking for a piece of advice. My main camera is a crop sensor entry level DSLR that I rarely end up taking anywhere unless I'm on holiday because of its chunkiness and weight. So a few months ...
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maximal detail in extreme low light: longer lens or shorter and faster lens?
I have found a spot where I can take photos of owls. The problem is that they are always showing up very late so it gets quite dark. I have a Nikon D500 which goes up to ISO 51200 and last night I ...
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APS-C lenses on full frame Mirrorless bodies
I was wondering about the use of lenses designed for smaller sensors on full frame bodies. This originally comes up regarding a discussion of Canon EF-S lenses with adapters on full frame Mirrorless ...
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What image will I get if I attached a DSLR lens to an iPhone sensor?
As we all know, we will get a cropped image when we use the same lens on FF and APS-C. The image is kind of zoomed-in. THe image quality of the two images would depends on the sensor quality.
If I ...
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Hasselblad: Which lenses mount on which cameras?
Im interested in the Hasselblad digital system and I would like to know which lenses mount on which cameras. Im especially interested in the H4D and H5D cameras. Which lenses are compatible with these ...
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Would you consider this lens (Samyang 8mm CS II) defective?
I purchased a new Samyang 8mm F3.5 UMC Fish-eye CS II today. After I made my first shot with it I immediately noticed a flaw. At f/3.5 the flare of bright objects is shifted towards the bottom (and ...
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A nikkor 18-140mm AF-S vs 18-55 AF-P, 70-300mm AF-P all with VR for a camera without a focus motor?
Hi I'm getting this deal where I can either get one
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140 mm F/3.5-5.6 G ED VR
Or these 2
Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 70-300 mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR
Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 18-55 mm f/3.5-...
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Variable Aperture Zoom Lens Dials
I'm new to photography and recently won a bid on a Nikon D70 with a Nikon AF Nikkor 24-120mm 1:35-5.6D lens. I know the lens has a variable aperture. What I can't figure out is what the top sets of ...
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How does having a large diameter make the SEL85F1.4 a premium lens?
I have been reading about Focal length and Fast lenses when I came across this lens which has 85mm focal length and F1.4 as FStop.
https://www.sony.co.in/electronics/camera-lenses/sel85f14gm
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Damaged Nikon AF Nikkor 80-200 f2.8 ED
Today I dropped my D7500 with my 80-200 attached. From about 3ft up. Lens first. Onto a pointy rock.
Fortunately (ha!) it had the lens cap on and a Hoya UV filter. The lens cap was jammed in and the ...
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Mirrorless cameras and Night photography
I am planning to buy Sony A7 mirrorless camera but there are 2 points where I need more clarity:
Are Mirrorless cameras less efficient in low light specially Sony mirrorless cameras. I read somewhere ...
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Which step/component of film photography matters most when trying to get a very vintage, grainy look?
In my experience with digital photography, I've been told (and believe) that the lens and post-processing matter far more in the process of making a desired photo than the camera used does. I've ...
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Err 01 and no manual focus (Canon lens)
my Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM just stopped communicating with my DSLR (Canon EOS 77D). Furthermore, I can't even use manual focus anymore.
Right before this happened, I tested some extension ...
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