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Choosing the Right Lens

What are the most important characteristics to look for when comparing lenses? How do I test a lens?

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by Howard_Creech

Aug 01 '01

Choosing Lenses for your New Camera
Choosing lenses for your new 35mm SLR need not be intimidating. Taking the time to decide what sort of pictures you want to make will help.... read full review

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by soupcraze

Feb 02 '08

Choosing the Right Lenses (Canon) for Amateurs
It's a tough and confusing process, so read the review for more information!... read full review

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by viper1963

Apr 29 '00

ARRRGH! I Need a Lens BUT Which One?
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by zlotmachinskyr

Mar 31 '02

Fixed Focal length Lenses are Glorious, The Best Zoom Lenses are Divine!!!
Top quality 35 mm format zoom Lenses supplemented with a rectilinear superwide angle lens (e.g. 14 mm - 17 mm) are what most sane and productive photographers need.... read full review

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by jmsully

Jul 08 '00

Wider is better....
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by ray_moth

May 24 '01

Buying used lenses
A great way to save money ... but don't inherit somebody else's nightmare!... read full review

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by zlotmachinskyr

Mar 29 '02

Nix the 2x, get an autofocus (AF) 70-300mm tele-zoom or ...
2X converters cause more problems then they solve. So save up and buy either an AF70-300mm or an AF28-200mm close focusing zoom lens.... read full review

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by ray_moth

Aug 30 '01

Prime lenses for your 35mm SLR system
Choose each lens according to its capabilities, your needs and your budget. ... read full review

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by karasa

Sep 19 '00

Read this before you ZOOM past the right choice
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by roadiem

May 25 '00

2X or not 2X ... that is the question.
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by lbbarnes

Aug 11 '01

The right optics for a prettier picture
Tips on how to use the tools... read full review

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by lbbarnes

Aug 09 '01

So you want a zoom.......
Zooms are clever and convenient, but if you want the very best quality photos, you will not use them. Here's why... read full review

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by gjacks

May 02 '00

You're taking pictures of what?
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by book75

May 30 '00

What you need to do what you want
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by kline

Apr 02 '02

2X teleconverters - are they worth the money?
Do your lens research with regard to zoom power and optional teleconverters, keeping in mind price vs. quality.... read full review

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