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An optical 'zoom' or 'variable focal length' lens is one that has a range of focal lengths at which it can operate. "Digital zoom" is a technology which simulates optical zoom by cropping the image.

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Any tricks to escape the zoom lens trap?

My camera is Olympus Stylus 1 with the 28-300mm f/2.8 super zoom lens. I like travelling and feel the camera is a great companion as it is very compact and flexible. … I wondered if it is a common knowledge how to "jump off" the zoom lens hook and improve one's skills with the fixed focal length or a smaller zoom range lens (like the typical 18-55mm kit lenses have)? …
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