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What is the value of EF 50mm f1.8 STM? [closed]
Given that virtually all people say it's a great value with respect to the market price, then what is the actual value of Canon EF 50mm f1.8 STM?
People say the brand new price is cheap, a bargain. If ...
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Tamron 100-400 (Canon EF) sharpness
I'm puzzled by how the results that "The Digital Picture" have received while testing the new Tamron 100-400 telephoto zoom lens contrast the positive reviews by the actual users all over the Internet....
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Why are vibrant, saturated photos considered 'not as good'?
If you take a look at most online photo websites, stocks, galleries, it looks like most of editors picks and awarded photos are having that cooler tone.
I don't know how to explain it better than to ...
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Why the ball is not round? [duplicate]
Why the ball is not round on following crop:
SS = 1/60
What's going on?
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Should I worry about a camera I am interested in "winning" on Snapsort?
I might soon buy a new camera and I am hesitating between the Canon T5i and the Nikon D5300 on snapsort the D5300 is winning but I am wondering if it is that much better...
I am wondering about ...
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How to perform a proper lens comparison test?
I already have a 50/1.4 lens and plan to buying a more expensive version of this lens which only just came out and still not available in most parts of the world. Since this is a brand new lens, there ...
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How do you reconcile generally positive user comments with negative comments in a review?
My question was prompted by this DPReview review of the Nikon DX 18~200mm, wherein on page 3 the author reveals some significant sharpness and distortion issues, leading to final assessments of
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Can the sharpness of the lens be evaluated with no relation to the DSLR?
When I read lens reviews, they all say that one lens is sharp, another is very sharp, another one is not sharp at all, etc.
For me, it doesn't make sense to just say that a lens is sharp or not, with ...
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Are compact camera forced to be missing something?
A quote from dcresource.com comparing compact cameras:
This comparison felt kind of like an auto race where all the cars were missing a wheel
That is, one camera takes good pictures but no other ...
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How important are in-depth reviews when selecting a compact camera?
I'm going to buy a super-zoom compact camera for my travels and I'm reading a lot of reviews to find which one best suites my needs.
I though that a good camera should result good in all reviews, but ...
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What are the standard tests available to quantify lens parameters?
In some of the questions I have asked here, some of the terms frequently used to describe the difference in image quality between the cheaper lenses and the premium ones have been increased contrast, ...
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Has anyone any experience of the Flipbac Camera Grips?
I was looking at Flipbac Grips for my Canon S90. Was wondering if anyone had any comments to share about them. Yes I'd prefer Richard Franeic's custom-machined aluminium version but I'm too miserly. ...
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Can the Tokina AT-X 165 PRO DX AF 16-50mm f/2.8 actually be found new, and how does it compare to the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM?
I am having difficulties finding in-depth (Canon mount) reviews and comparisons for the Tokina AT-X 165 PRO DX AF 16-50mm f/2.8 lens. This lens is currently not sold on Adorama and B&H says that ...
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Who covers Canon products in a similar vein to Thom Hogan's Nikon coverage?
I'm looking to learn a bit about Canon's history, products and reviews and wondered if there were any reviewers that do work focused on Canon's (D)SLR products. The publications and web site of Thom ...
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What are some good places to get equipment reviews online?
When making gear purchases, it seems sensible to get as much information as possible.
Where are good (i.e. reliably accurate and informative) places to look online for equipment reviews and ...
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Are equipment reviews from websites like kenrockwell.com and bythom.com reliable?
I know that nothing helps more when buying a lens to test it out yourself, but getting more than one perspective is also helpful. In particular, I run into Kenrockwell.com a lot when trying to get ...
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What web-based expert resources for Nikon are similar to The Digital Picture for Canon?
I've followed Canon photo products for years and I can't go past this great expert resource on Canon cameras, lenses and few other accessories photographer should know about and read before buying ...
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Are there websites which compare digital cameras based on technical image quality?
There are lot of sites, which compare digital cameras by parameters, user experience and etc.
I looking for a website which has some kind of procedure to test image quality and compares digital ...
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Where to get community-based feedback on my photos online?
Where can I post my photos and get reviews, comments, and critiques from the community, in order to learn to become a better photographer?
Here is a list of places to get feedback. Please use answer ...
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Where can I find reviews of and tools for comparing cameras?
We all buy a new digicam/DSLR every now and then.
So what web sites do you use to get more information about cameras and compare them?
Where do you look for technical information, camera reviews, ...
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Where can I find reviews of lenses?
I want to check reviews when deciding to buy a lens. There are so many factors beyond what is written in the name. Where can I find such reviews? What information does each site cover? Which reviews ...
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