Top Things to Know About Camera Lens
You should become well educated on the different types of camera lens, if you wish to become a professional or hobby driven photographer. After all, it is rather pointless to purchase an expensive camera lens if it does not suit your photography needs. The following are the top things to know about camera lens.
Lens mount. Before you purchase a new lens for your camera you should address the subject of compatibility. Not all lens mounts are compatible with every camera. So you should consult the manual for your specific camera to locate which lens mounts are most compatible with your camera.
Crop Factors. In order to get the appropriate crop factor for your camera, it is necessary to multiply the listed crop factor by the length of your lens to ensure focal length of your camera.
Your subject and lens type. If you are taking simple snapshots, your original lens will work fine. But if you are taking portraits of landscaping you will need a wide angle lens. If want to take pictures of sporting events or any other live action photographs, it is best to use a telephoto lens.
Prime and zoom. Primes lens are faster than zoom lens and provide a slight edge to your photographs. Zoom lens simply zoom in on the subject bringing the shot closer to the camera.
Variable aperture. Variable aperture is achieved when you zoom in and out. This basically means that you are adjusting the lens exposure. If you were using a constant aperture, you would not be able to zoom in.