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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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Does camera calibration negate lens color quality?

If the calibration is done once for the camera and not for every individual lens, then the answer based on my empirical observations would be no. …
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Will newer lenses work completely on a Canon 5D?

All Canon EF (not EF-S) lenses will work with the camera. What kind of experience you are looking for? It is a fine camera. Current 5D series models have faster autofocus, less noise and higher resolu …
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How to safely clean the front element of a lens?

Breathe on the front element to create condensation. Then clean again while wet. If that does not work, clean the front element with piece of appropriate cloth void of any residue (including fabric so …
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What's the point in high quality rather expensive cameras with permanently mounted prime lens?

When you start using a camera with limited number of lenses or with a fixed lens, you start focusing on different values. …
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Is the EF 85mm f/1.8 USM lens going to work for my Canon T5i for portraits?

Unless you need very narrow depth of field of the 85mm lens. … This lens will give you faster focusing than 55-250 for sport, bit more flexibility when shooting portraits and a bit of advantage in low light conditions compared to the 55-250. …
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Is Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM better than EF 17-40mm f/4L USM on FF and in which cases?

I had them and shot them side by side and the 16-35II was hands down better in the ability to clearly resolve and separate details. The color was more lively, too. I think both are great for people …
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Will I see enough improvement moving from EF-S to "L" lenses to warrant the cost?

Take a look at the Canon 10-18mm lens. … This is the area where a good L lens makes most sense. I would suggest that you rent or buy the 100-400 IS II or 70-200/2.8 IS II. …
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Is high Chromatic Abberation typical with the Pentax f/1.8 50mm lens?

I don't think this is abnormal for an inexpensive 50mm lens, especially the spherical aberration. Stopping down the lens 1/2 stop or so seems to improve image quality considerably. … The lens may have other features that are great and may be well worth this little annoyance. …
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How to lock aperture using Reverse ring with Canon 600D?

The only method I am aware of is using an adapter that connects the camera mount and the lens mount and transfers their electrical signals. …
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Is lens geometric distortion, chromatic aberration and light fall off still as much of an is...

But chromatic aberrations are caused by inability of a lens to focus different colors in the same focal plane. The resolution, that was lost during exposure can't be recovered. …
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Which telephoto lens will be best for photographing bears in Alaska?

Get the longest lens, do research and make reservations. …
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What exactly "professional-grade" means in Nikon line of lenses?

So it is hard to find some common denominator that would determine what a "pro" lens is, perhaps except the need for reliability. …
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Did I get ripped off by purchasing a "deluxe bundle" with my camera?

If you can still revert your purchasing decision, I'd suggest that you buy just the camera body and the 18-55mm lens from a reputable dealer and get any other equipment when and if you really need it and …
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Why does the 55-250mm blur the background nicely and easily while the 18-55 does not?

With longer focal length the lens is also seeing narrower section of the background, so it is usually easier to find smooth one, if you so desire. … For a classical/formal portrait, the telephoto lens is probably a better choice. …
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Are my expectations unrealistic for Canon 70-200mm f/4L USM IS Lens?

If memory serves me well, this otherwise excellent lens' weakest spot is 70mm at short focusing distance (and wide open) - at least it was the case with my copy. …
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