What are Series-Size Filters?
You don’t come across series-size filters much anymore, but if you’re using a vintage manual-focus lens, you might run into them.
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You don’t come across series-size filters much anymore, but if you’re using a vintage manual-focus lens, you might run into them.
Sharp, smooth, and reasonably priced, the Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm Æ’/1.8 S is a highly versatile and useful lens in Nikon’s expanding lineup of Z-mount primes.
The Nikon Z 50mm Æ’/1.2 S is fast, heavy, and pricey. But it’s also optically excellent. Here are some photos I’ve taken with it.
The Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4 S is a highly versatile zoom lens for Nikon mirrorless full-frame cameras. Here’s a selection of photos I’ve taken with it.
The Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm Æ’/4 S is slower and less expensive than the better-known 14-24 Æ’/2.8 focal length. But it’s also smaller and takes regular screw-on filters. Here are some sample images I’ve shot with it on a Nikon Z8.
Here’s my review of the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm Æ’/4 S zoom lens. It’s used as a kit lens with some of Nikon’s mirrorless cameras, but one that’s better than your average kit lens.
In this review, I’m focusing on the Nikon Z 50mm ƒ/1.2 S fast prime lens for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras.
Small, light, with great optical performance, and affordably priced, there’s a lot going for the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm Æ’/14-30mm S ultra-wide zoom. Here’s my hands-on review.
Here are some practical visual examples of the zoom range of the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S zoom lens.
Here are some practical visual examples of the zoom range of the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S zoom lens.
I’ve been shooting with the ultra-fast prime Fujifilm XF 50mm Æ’/1.0 R WR lens on the new Fujifilm X-T5. Here are sample images.
I’ve been shooting with the Fujifilm XF 50mm Æ’/1.0 R WR ultra-fast autofocus prime lens on the new Fujifilm X-T5. Here’s my take on it.
To go along with my review that I’ve posted separately, here’s a selection of sample images I’ve taken with the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR ultra-wide-angle zoom lens for Fujifilm X-series cameras.
I’ve been out shooting with the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR ultra wide-angle lens on the new Fujifilm X-T5. Here’s my take on it.
Laowa lenss use various codes in their names to denote compatibility or particular features. Here’s how to make sense of them.
The names of Rokinon lenses include special codes to indicate compatibility and features. Here’s how to make sense of them.
Zeiss uses a bunch of codes and distinctive names n naming their camera lenses over the years. So what do they all mean? Here’s a guide.
Pentax has used a bunch of codes in naming their camera lenses over the years. So what do they all mean? Here’s a guide.
Tokina uses a bunch of codes in naming their camera lenses. So what do they all mean? Here’s a guide.
Tamron uses a bunch of codes in naming their camera lenses. So what do they all mean? Here’s a guide.
Sigma uses a bunch of different codes in naming their camera lenses. Here’s an explanation of what they mean.
Sony uses a bunch of confusing codes in naming their camera lenses. Here’s how to make sense of them.
Fujifilm uses a bunch of different codes in naming their camera lenses. Here’s how to make sense of them.
Nikon uses a bunch of different codes in naming their lenses. Here’s how to make sense of them.
Canon uses a bunch of different codes in naming their lenses. Here’s how to make sense of them.
Here are some real-world examples of the zoom range of the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR ultra-wide-angle zoom lens.
Here’s a calculator for the angles of view from lenses on digital camera sensors, as well as angle of view charts for common focal lengths. And an explanation of why the diagonal angle of view maters more than you might think.
Here’s a selection of images I’ve shot with the OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm f/4 PRO zoom lens to give a practical sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
Discover the distinctive look of fisheye lenses & how you can use them to create unique perspectives in your photos. Explore types, tips & top picks for different mounts.
Get to grips with fast lenses–what they are, how they work and why they’re so popular among photographers. Learn what defines a fast lens, the benefits of shooting with one, and good lenses to start with. Plus, discover some lens gotchas to watch out for.
Here are some quick practical examples of the zoom range of the OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-45mm Æ’/4 Pro zoom lens.
Here’s a selection of images I’ve shot with the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO zoom lens to give a practical sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
Here are some practical visual examples of the zoom range of the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm f/4 IS PRO zoom lens on an Olympus / OM-System Micro Four Thirds body.
Here’s my hands-on review of the Sigma 14-24mm Æ’/2.8 DG HSM lens for full-frame DSLRs. I’ve found it to be optically excellent and great fun to shoot with.
Here’s a selection of sample images I’ve taken with the Sigma 14mm Æ’/1.8 DG HSM ultra-wide lens.
The Sigma 14mm Æ’/1.8 DG HSM Art lens is optically excellent and the only 14mm ultrawide Æ’/1.8 prime lens. But how does it stack up against Sigma’s own 14-24mm Æ’/2.8 zoom?
The Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art telephoto lens is fast, sharp, and well-made. Here’s my hands-on review.
This is a selection of sample images I’ve taken with the Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG HSM Art Lens to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
Here’s a selection of sample photos I’ve taken with the Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens, the fastest of Sigma’s 105mm lenses.
Here are some practical examples of the zoom range of the Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG HSM Art ultra-wide zoom lens.
Here are some recommendations for wide-angle lenses for your Nikon D500 DSLR camera that suit the camera’s APS-C DX sensor.
There are three fisheye lenses in Nikon’s current lineup. Here’s how they compare.
The Nikon AF-S 50mm Æ’/1.4G lens comes with a perfectly good lens hood included. But there’s another option I’ve found to work better for me.
Here are some recommendations for wide-angle lenses for your Nikon D5600.
Here are some recommendations for wide-angle lenses for your Nikon D3500.
Here are some recommendations for wide-angle lenses for your Nikon D7500 DSLR.
Nikon has finally announced the Nikon Z 9 mirrorless camera, their new flagship professional model. They’ve also announced 3 new Z-mount professional-level lenses.
Here are some recommendations for wide-angle lenses for your Nikon D7200 DSLR.
The Sony E 20mm Æ’/2.8 is a moderately wide-angle lens for Sony E-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras. With a maximum aperture of Æ’/2.8, it’s fast, but the highlight features are how small and light it is.
Here are some recommendations for wide-angle lenses for your Nikon D7000 DSLR.
Here are some recommendations for wide-angle lenses for your Nikon D5300.
Sigma has two zoom lenses at the 150-600mm focal lengths. Here are some sample images I’ve shot with the Sports version, which is bigger, heavier, and much more expensive than the Contemporary version, but also offers much improved optical performance.
The Nikon AF-S 8-15mm fisheye zoom lens is optically excellent and opens up some fun creative opportunities. There are also some quirks when shooting with it.
Here’s a collection of sample images I’ve taken with the Nikon AF-S 8-15mm f/3.5-4.5E ED fisheye zoom lens to give a sense of its performance in real-world shooting.
The zoom range of this lens isn’t your typical closer-and-further-away views. Here are some practical examples.
This is a collection of sample images I’ve taken with the Nikon AF Micro-NIKKOR 200mm f/4D IF-ED macro lens.
Here’s a collection of sample images that I’ve shot with the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 Art lens for Nikon DSLRs.
Here’s a selection of photos I’ve taken with the Sony FE 20mm f/1.8 G wide-angle prime lens on a Sony Alpha camera to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
I’ve recently been out shooting with the Sony FE 70-200mm GM OSS zoom lens. Here are some photos I’ve taken with it.
Here are some practical examples of using the Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS lens with some spring flower and garden photography.
Here are some practical examples of the zoom range of the Sony FE 70-200mm Æ’/2.8 GM OSS zoom lens on a Sony Alpha full-frame mirrorless camera.
Here are some recommendations for wide-angle lenses for your Nikon D3300.
Here are some recommendations for wide-angle lenses for your Nikon D7100 DSLR.
Here are some recommendations for wide-angle lenses for your Nikon D3400.
Here are some sample images I’ve taken with the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM zoom lens, a versatile zoom for Canon EOS R series mirrorless cameras.
Here are some practical examples of the zoom range of the Canon 24-105mm Æ’/4 IS USM lens, a kit lens option with the Canon R5 mirrorless camera.
A guide to customizing the behavior of the control ring on the Nikon Z 24-70mm Æ’/4 S zoom lens.
Here’s a collection of photos I’ve taken recently with the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S zoom lens. All of these were shot on a Nikon Z7 body.
Here are some practical examples of the zoom range of the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S, with side-by-side examples shot at 24mm and 70mm.
If you don’t have a screw-in filter that’s the right size for your lens, step-up and step-down rings work as size adapters.
If you can’t get your lens filter off because it’s stuck, here are some things to try.
Here’s a quick rundown on using some of the most common types of screw-in filters and considerations when using them.
If you’re looking to add a polarizer, UV, or ND filter to your lens, you’ll need to know the lens diameter/filter size. Here’s a lens filter size chart for Pentax lenses.
If you’re looking to add a polarizer, UV, or ND filter to your lens, you’ll need to know the lens diameter/filter size. Here’s a lens filter size chart for Tamron lenses.
If you’re looking to add a polarizer, UV, or ND filter to your lens, you’ll need to know the lens diameter/filter size. Here’s a lens filter size chart for Sigma lenses.
If you’re looking to add a polarizer, UV, ND filter, or lens cap to fit your Olympus lens, you’ll need to know the lens diameter/filter size. Here’s a lens filter size chart for Olympus M.Zuiko lenses.
If you’re looking to add a polarizer, UV, or ND filter to your lens, you’ll need to know the lens diameter/filter size. Here’s a lens filter size chart for Fujifilm/Fujinon lenses, including their X series and GFX series lenses.
If you’re looking to add a polarizer, UV, or ND filter to your lens, you’ll need to know the lens diameter/filter size. Here’s a lens filter size chart for Sony E Mount and A Mount lenses.
If you’re looking to get a polarizer, UV, or ND filter for your lens, you’ll need to know the lens diameter/filter size. Here’s a lens filter size chart for Nikon NIKKOR lenses.
If you’re looking to get a polarizer, UV, or ND filter for your lens, you’ll need to know the lens diameter/filter size. Here’s a lens filter size chart for Canon lenses.
This F Stop Chart shows full stops, 1/2 stops, and 1/3 stops when setting the aperture of digital camera lenses.
The Sony FE 12-24mm F4 G zoom lens has an ultra-wide perspective that adds a lot of drama and packs a lot of scene into the frame, but it manages to do it without the distracting parts that you often get at such extreme focal lengths.
Sony’s FE 12-24mm f/4 G lens is an ultra-wide-angle zoom lens designed for their full-frame cameras. For an unusually wide lens, it’s remarkably true and sharp and doesn’t suffer from the usual optical flaws you’d expect.
The Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM is a high-end fast prime designed for Sony’s full-frame mirrorless cameras. Here’s my hands-on review.
Here’s a collection of photos I’ve taken recently with the Sony FE 24mm Æ’/1.4 GM wide-angle prime lens on a Sony a7R IV body.
Here’s my hands-on review of the Lumix S 24-105mm Æ’/4 macro, a versatile and high-quality zoom lens for Lumix, Sigma, and Leica cameras using the L-mount system.
I’ve recently been out shooting with the new Lumix S 24-105mm Æ’/4 on the also-new Lumix S1 full-frame mirrorless camera. Here are some images taken with the combination with an emphasis on examples showing how the lens performs in real-world shooting.
Here are some practical examples taken at each end of the zoom range of the new Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm f/4 macro zoom lens.
This is a selection of photos I’ve taken with the Sony 18-135mm Æ’/3.5-5.6 E-Mount lens, a highly versatile zoom lens that’s an especially good pairing with cameras in Sony’a Alpha range such as the a6000, a6400, and a6500.
Here’s a quick practical example of the zoom range of the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm Æ’/2.8 Pro zoom lens.
Here are some photos I’ve taken with the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm Æ’/2.8 Pro lens.
Here’s how to switch between Autofocus (AF) and Manual Focus (MF) modes on the Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm Æ’/2.8 zoom lens.
The Sony E 18-135mm Æ’/3.5-5.6 is a popular choice for APS-C mirrorless cameras like the new Sony a6400 or the Sony a6000. And it makes for a versatile zoom lens for everyday travel photography. Here are some practical examples of its zoom range.
Here’s a collection of photos I’ve taken with the Fujifilm XF 18-55mm lens to give some practical examples of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
The Fujifilm (Fujinon) XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS zoom lens, often included with Fujifilm X-series cameras such as the X-T4 and X-T30, is better than your average kit lens. Here are some practical examples of its zoom range from 18mm to 55mm.
Here are some quick practical examples of the zoom range of the Sony E 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 lens, a cost-effective and versatile telephoto zoom for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras.
The Sony E 16mm Æ’/2.8 lens is fast and tiny, making it a very attractive option for travel photography. Here’s a collection of travel photos to give a sense of how it performs under real-world conditions.
Here’s a collection of travel-style images I’ve taken with the Nikon 20mm Æ’/1.8G ED wide-angle prime lens to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
LensBaby have released a new model in their range of special effects lenses. This one, the SOL 45, has a focal length of 45mm and combines selective focus and tilting. Here’s my review and some photos taken with it.
I’ve been shooting with the Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM zoom lens on a Sony a7 iii full-frame mirrorless camera. Here’s my hands-on review.
Here’s a collection of high-resolution sample photos I’ve taken with the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM E-mount lens designed for Sony full-frame cameras.
A collection of photos taken with the Sony FE 16-35mm Æ’/2.8 GM lens to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
Here’s a selection of sample images I’ve taken with the Sony 35mm Æ’/1.4 ZA lens, one of Sony’s high-end E-mount prime lenses.
The Sony 50mm Æ’/1.4 ZA lens is one of Sony’s high-end lenses. On full-frame sensors it offers a normal perspective and is especially good for low-light and selective focus shooting. Here are some sample photos I’ve taken with it.
Here’s a selection of photos I’ve taken with the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM macro prime lens.
Here’s my hands-on review of the Formatt Hitech 100mm filter kit (Di Fruscia Signature Edition), which includes a holder, 3-stop ND filter, a graduated ND filter, and a polarizing filter.
If I had to pick one lens to take with me to the ends of the earth, it would be this one: Nikon’s 24mm Æ’/1.4G. Here are some example photos I’ve shot with it.
Here are some samples of photos I’ve taken with Nikon’s AF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
Here’s my hands-on review of the Nikon 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G, a compact, affordable, and highly versatile zoom lens.
Here’s a selection of photos I’ve taken with the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR zoom lens under real-world shooting conditions.
Tamron’s 28-300mm lens is designed as a versatile all-in-one zoom for full-frame sensor cameras, the type of lens you might choose to leave on your camera most of the time for things like travel photography. Here’s my hands-on review.
A collection of photos I’ve taken with the Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD under various settings and conditions to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
Here’s a collection of sample images I’ve taken with the Nikon AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED lens to give an idea of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
Here are some practical examples that show the zoom range of the Nikon 18-55mm lens in case you’re trying to decide which lens bundle to go with.
If the built-in lens on your Olympus Tough TG-6, TG-5, or TG-4 isn’t as wide as you’d like, there’s a waterproof fisheye adapter lens that you can snap onto the front that will instantly add a super wide-angle perspective.
Here’s a selection of photos I’ve taken with the Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8 ultra-wide-angle zoom lens that gives an idea of how it performs under real-world shooting conditions.
Here’s a collection of photos I’ve taken with the Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G lens for DX cameras to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
If you have a Sigma 150-600mm Sports and are looking to use it on Arca-style tripods or gimbals, here’s a solution that’s better than simply adding a quick release plate.
A collection of photos taken with the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR lens to give an idea of how it performs in real-world shooting.
A collection of photos I’ve taken with a Nikon 50mm f/1.4G to give an idea of how it performs in real-world shooting.
Here’s a collection of photos I’ve taken with the Nikon 16mm f/2.8D Fisheye lens to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
A collection of sample photos taken with the Sigma 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art Lens to give an idea of how it performs in real-world shooting.
A collection of photos taken with the Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G under various conditions to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting.
A collection of sample photos taken using the new Nikon 105mm f/1.4 lens with an emphasis on travel photography.
Sigma has a USB dock for its newer lenses that allows you to update the lens’s firmware and customize some of the lens’s core functions like autofocus and optical stabilization. Here’s how the USB dock works and what you can do with it.
Nikon has announced three new wide-angle lenses: a 28mm f/1.4 and 8-15mm fisheye zoom for FX sensor cameras and a 10-20mm ultra-wide zoom for DX sensor cameras.
If you’re looking to get in even closer than the iPhone 7’s camera can do, a snap-on lens like those in the OlloClip Macro Pro Lens Set can help.
I’ve been putting some of the most popular circular polarizing filters (CPL filters) to the test. Here are some side-by-side results.
A collection of sample images taken with Sigma’s 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens.
I’ve put together some side-by-side examples to show the effect of using a polarizer filter.
It’s often a bad idea to use a polarizer filter when shooting panoramas. Here are examples showing why.
A hands-on review of the Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG OS APO HSM telephoto zoom lens. It’s the first lens in Sigma’s new Sports line.
Sigma has two super telephoto zoom lenses in their current range. Lately I’ve been putting the less expensive and smaller model through its paces.
Nikon has come out with a new version of its 24-70mm zoom lens that adds Vibration Reduction. I’ve been shooting with it for a few weeks now. Here’s my review.
I’ve been putting the new Sigma 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art Lens through its paces. Here’s what I found.
Now that spring has finally arrived, here’s a hands-on review of using the Nikon 200mm f/4D IF-ED macro lens for outdoor flower photography.
A hands-on review of Sigma’s flagship super telephoto zoom for sports and wildlife photography.
If you’re finding that the autofocus isn’t focusing exactly where you want it, some cameras offer calibration tools. Here’s how they work.
Nikon has announced updates to some of its pro telephotos, as well as a new, versatile DX zoom lens that is an especially good fit for travel photography.
Sigma’s 35mm f1.4 prime lens is a direct competitor to Nikon’s version. But there’s a very big difference in price. Here’s how the Sigma performs in real-world shooting.
A 35mm lens might well be among the most useful primes out there. Here’s how the Nikon 35mm f/1.4G stacks up in real-world shooting.
The Nikon 16mm fisheye lens packs a lot of dramatic punch into a tiny, lightweight package. Here’s my hands-on review.
If you want to expand your lens choices with the iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus you’re going to need to attach something to the existing lens. I put the olloclip 4-in-1 kit for the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus through its paces.
The newest version of Nikon’s 80-400mm telephoto zoom lens is quite different to the one it replaces. Here’s how it stacks up in real-world shooting.
When buying filters or lens caps you need to know the diameter of your lens. But you don’t need to break out a ruler. You just need to know the code. And once you know what to look for, it’s easy. Includes lens filter size charts for major brands.
An ND filter blocks light, meaning you can use a slower shutter speed or larger aperture. The Tiffen Variable ND Filter sounds great on paper, offering flexibility and convenience. Here’s how it performs in practice.
A circular polarizer filter, also known as a CPL filter, can be an extremely useful photographic tool, but they have to be used with care on an extreme wide-angle lens.