Lenses
Photography forums to discuss buying and using interchangeable lenses, optics, lens mounts, converters, adaptors and filters here.
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Help needed, old sigma 800mm f5.6 APO Zen
Problem sorted, the engineer at my work milled the threads and rethreaded them and put in new bolts, Thanks for the help guys -
Change Nikon 200-500
Although you joined in 2015 we havent had the pleasure of seeing any of your photos, Remy. Perhaps upload some over the next few days - you can do 2 a day - and it may ... -
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How low should we go?
Decided to go with MPB but I don't think I have ever found a dealer choice so difficult to make. Several changes of mind and even went partly through the purchase proces... -
85mm(ish) prime lenses
"I have an 85mm lense too which I mainly use for close-up shots on subjects such as bugs in order to capture more detail and avoid capturing too much of the backgroun... -
Internal parts and their functions on Panasonic 12-32mm lens
Hello, finally I succeeded in posting picture of my lens. Does anyone know the function of this assembly and part number for this arm and a little screw that keeps it at... -
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Dark images from lens and manual camera settings are correct.
Tamron has a long warranty on the new lenses. I believe it is 4 or 6 years. I sent them an email. -
Canon EF 500 mm f4 mk 1 vs mk 2
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Third Party Lenses: Pros and Cons
"Malc you're talking me into it, not out of it! [emoticon][emoticon]" Mine was a completely impartial comment, which in no way took into account your ability to ... -
Anyone use the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR?
" I found this lens AF speed just as fast on the Z7 as on the D850 or D500." The af is fine with the Z lens but when I use the FTZ adapter with a DX lens it stu... -
Nikon Z 1.4 TC
" They did issue a UK VAT invoice, and didn't take the money until the lens was delivered, no different from UK suppliers. Note they have UK warehouse so can issue... -
Removing front element ring
Perhaps 10 years? Hardly used, been in a wardrobe so only subjected to normal temperature/humidity! -
Minolta Lens dark through the viewfinder
" Any advise how to restore this to original position? " If you bought the lens mail order and have had it for less than 2 weeks - you have a legal right to retu... -
Sigma 150-600 with Canon Extender
I know my Canon extender doesn't fit my Sigma 120-300. I do use a x2 sigma converter with success and the IQ is good. That said the focal lengths and zoom ranges are pole... -
Nikon 500mm f4 ED VR AF-S
The Nikon is a very good lens which works well with the not easy to find current Nikon 1.4x converter. It does not have the convenience of a zoom Wex gives you a reason... -
Fuji XF 16-80 - Not worth the money?
Been using this lens for several months and am pretty pleased with its performance. :D -
Lens Upgrade
Well thanks for your views on upgrading my 55-300. Hope your Sony Alpha’s keep giving you the results you want. -
Calling all Fuji users who want the Fujinon 16mm 2.8
If anyone is interested, Amazon are currently selling the Fuji 16/2.8 for £279, new. I've ordered one today. You won't find it anywhere in the UK at anything like the sam... -
Advice on Wide Angle Lens for Sony A6600
Thank you Keith, that is really helpful and much appreciated. :) I will think some more about what I want to achieve and work backwards to a lens that will help deliver t... -
What is a good, affordable Nikon F or Z Mount, wide-angle, constant aperture, zoom lens for a full-frame camera?
Obvious front runner mid range zooms - at second hand prices with a warranty from a retailer - include the 24-70 f4 Z or the 24-120 constant aperture F mount. For wider ... -
Stuck filter
Like "Snapper" I also find a dry Marigold glove is up to the task of unjamming filters. -
Good Lens for Room Photos
DL. An option I hadn’t considered Thanks -
Which lens for D850
Cheers guys I actually bought the nikon 200-500 and also the Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D. hopefully I won't come to regret the decision on the big lens, can't wait to try... -
Can I use a Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM FLD with Nikon Z6? If not, what are some good alternatives?
It will work. The camera should enter it's crop mode though so you will effectively only be using half of the sensor. -
How can you tell what camera fit a lens is
Or even photograph the mount and post it.... here ? edit: didn't read Chris's post (:$) -
Canon EF 70-300mm USM lens
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Canon L 70-200mm f2.8 IS (Mk I)
"Thanks everyone! I've checked my savings tin, and with a little help from Santa I will have enough to get the lens in January!!" You won't regret it! -
Something is rattling in my Nikon 85mm 1.8g
A loose internal element is not going to do the lens any good over time - and may affect image quality. I suggest getting a repair estimate from Nikon or Fixation. If N... -
How to use a vintage Argus Tele Sandmar 100mm f4.5 on a Nikon or M4/3 Camera?
I think it's an Argus C3 mount. Made for an American rangefinder camera of the 1940s to 60s - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Argus_C3 . It's not one that is too common out... -
Question
If it's an Exakta fitting, there's one on eBay that seems to be for M4/3. If it was me, I think I'd be rejecting the lens as wrongly described due to the lens fitting tho...
