Posts tagged "lens"

Comparing Nikon supertelephoto lens sizes

Check out this great video from LensRentals.com comparing the different sizes of Nikon telephoto lenses. I’m never going to grumble about the size of my 70-200 f/2.8  again!

To think that wildlife shooters use a 600mm…

Online depth of field calculator

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There are several online depth of field calculators around but I do like this one from Don Fleming. It’s bang up to date with all the latest D-SLR models, and makes the proper adjustment for a full frame sensor…

Lens price shoots £8000 in one month

sigma200500I’ve got some bad news if you’ve been saving up for the monster Sigma 200-500mm f/2.8 zoom lens pictured above. Just as you managed to scrimp and save the last of the £15,999 recommended retail…

My ultimate portrait lens hunt

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While in London yesterday I called into Nicholas Camera in Camden looking for my ultimate portrait lens – a mid zoom to cover the 70-200 or 80-200 range. Having heard rumours (and...

Nikon launches new 35mm DX lens

35mmNikon announced today that they are launching a new 35mm f/1.8 lens.

I’m always pleased to see a new quality lens launched, but I’m a little puzzled why we’re seeing a DX version of this lens rather than...