Camera Lenses - Buyer's Guide
This camera lens section takes you through the different factors you may wish to consider when buying camera lenses. It kicks off with a general overview before a more in depth look at buying your first lens, lens types, brands, crop factor, lens sharpness, lens faults and the pros and cons of buying second hand lenses. There is also a camera lens FAQs page.
Camera Lens Overview
My Camera Lens Overview runs through the basics of buying your first camera lens. The overview looks at lens types, lens mounts, focusing options, quality and price.
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Buying Your First Lens
This article talks you through buying your first camera lens. It runs through buying lenses with a Digital SLR, considering what lenses you need and how to find the best deals.
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Camera Lens Types
To get the most out of your photography matching the right lens to the right photo opportunity is key. This article walks you through the different types of lens available and when to use them.
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Camera Lens Brands
What camera lens brand should you buy? This article runs through the different camera lens brands and making sure you buy a lens that is compatible with your Digital SLR.
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Lens Sharpness
This article looks at camera lens sharpness. If you are struggling to produce pin sharp shots this article offers tips to help you produce the crisp photos you desire.
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Digital SLR Crop Factor
Most Digital SLRs have a crop factor. This has an impact on the focal length of the lenses you use. This article explains what crop factor is and what it means for you when using lenses.
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Caring For Your Camera Lens
Camera lenses are fragile and expensive. This article discusses how to care for your lens to make sure you keep it in pristine condition.
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Common Lens Faults
When buying a camera lens there are some common lens faults you need to look out for. Faults explained include Chromatic Aberration, Barrel Distortion Vignetting and blur.
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Buying Second Hand Lenses
If you are looking to save money on a camera lens then buying second hand lenses are an option. This article looks at the pros and cons of used lenses and where you can find the best bargains.
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Camera Lens FAQs
This article covers the 10 questions I get asked most often about buying camera lenses. It includes What Lenses Do I need to Get Started? and What is a Lens Mount?
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