Camera lenses explained

Ever get confused when it comes to the many types of lenses? Let's make it simple! Even if you’ve been in the photography world for years, you may not be

Struggling with finding the best types of camera lenses and their uses? Here is everything you need to know about each type of lens available in the market.

How to decide which camera lens to get next. A breakdown of several lens types and tips to choosing the right one for your needs.

Ever looked at your camera lenses and wonder what everything does? Then this is the blog post for you! I’ll explain everything you can see on your lens, so what each switch does, and what that funny little window thing is meant for too 😀 Learning about the tools of your trade is important, so tak

Wondering what camera lens to use? Here are several common camera lenses, what they're good for, and when you should use them.

Even if cell phone cameras keep improving and reach unimaginable levels of image quality, I’ll always carry around a larger, heavier, and more complex camera. Why is that? One word: lenses! An interchangeable lens camera opens up a vast world of photographic visions through a huge variety of optics. Choosing among the dozens and even hundreds of lenses can be confusing and intimidating, so in this beginner’s guide, I’ll explain the types of lenses available and what you should buy.

This information is an extension to the LEARN article in the Winter 2020 Newsletter. If you are starting here, do go and check out the newsletter, too. Many photographers do not use the full creative potential of their lenses. And many don’t realize what the controls of the lens are. I believe that one thing […]

What do the numbers on a camera lens mean?! In this post, you'll learn exactly what the numbers on a lens mean, from focal length to aperture!

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