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What’s the difference between the Pentax FA and DA lenses?
I've been looking for Pentax lenses recently and it looks like there are a few different types, among them are the FA and DA lenses. FA is for film but are compatible digital bodie …
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2answers
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Which Pentax lens for wide angle, low light?
I'm a Pentax DSLR owner and am currently looking for a wide angle lens that will perform well in low light. I plan to use it mostly in close quarters and would like to avoid using …
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1answer
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What to consider when switching from a 1.6 cropping sensor to a full-frame sensor?
What are the main points to consider when switching from a 1.6 cropping sensor to a full-frame sensor from the same manufacturer. What kind of scenes will work better/worse with fu …
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4answers
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Experience with Sigma AF 28mm 1.8 EX DG
Hi!
Does anyone has experience with the Sigma 28mm F1.8 EX DG ASPHERICAL MACRO?
http://www.sigmaphoto.com/lenses/lenses_all_details.asp?id=3282&navigator=4
What do you think …
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1answer
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Broken Olympus Zoom
My parents have an Olympus X820 camera which they recently dropped. It was dropped whilst switched on and it landed on the extended lens mechanism. The lens mechanism will now not …
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3answers
14 views
What are your tips and gear suggestions for Tilt-Shift miniaturized world photos
What lenses are best to use to create miniaturized world looking photos?
Is this something that can be done with one the Lensbaby lenses?
What tips can you give to help achieve t …
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10answers
84 views
What lens (fixed or zoom) can you not live without?
What lens fixed or zoom is in your bag (or even better, on your camera) all the time?
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3answers
59 views
What Telephoto Lens should I purchase
I have a 5D + Sigma F2.8 70-200mm + Sigma 2x Extender
Recently I've been shooting some field sports from the stands but I find that the 200mm just isn't enough and that the qualit …
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5answers
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Lens to take hiking in Tasmania
I have a 9 day hike coming up on Tasmania's South Coast and am contemplating what lenses to take with me.
On my last big hike (6 days) I started out with a 27kg pack (which I mana …
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3answers
51 views
What is a good lens choice for photographing insects on flowers?
I'm interested in finding a good mix of lenses to photograph insects (bees mostly).
Should I use a specific macro lens or another lens with extension tubes? How close will I need …
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5answers
92 views
Lens purchase: Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L vs 24-105mm f/4 L
I've decided to replace the 17-85mm EF-S lens that I use for general street/landscape shooting, and can't decide between the 24-70 f/2.8L and the 24-105 f/4L. They're roughly the …
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1answer
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What to look out for in a second hand lens
I am considering buying a nice lens second-hand to save a few dollars, but I am paranoid about being burned.
What practical tips can you offer for making sure a second-hand lens i …
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3answers
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What lens shall I buy for people shots from a fairly close range?
I want to invest in a new lens in the next few weeks.
The lens will be mainly used for my shots in nightclubs but I also want it to be suitable for model shots and portraits in a …
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3answers
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Using Canon Extender EF 1.4x II with “non-compatible” EF lenses?
I have a Canon Extender EF 1.4x II for my 70-200mm F/4L lens. In another question, someone suggested using an extender, and it got me wondering whether it might do something usefu …