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There are a couple different classifications for camera lenses, and one way you can classify them is as either prime lenses or zoom lenses. The lens to the left (Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L Lens) is a lovely and expensive example of a zoom lens. So what exactly is a zoom lens?
There are a couple different classifications for camera lenses, and one way you can classify them is as either prime lenses or zoom lenses. The lens to the left (Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 Lens) is an example of a prime lens. So what is a prime lens?
While the will tell you the specific ratio of its length to its height, there are some more general terms to describe the orientation of a picture. Most pictures will fit into one of two categories: landscape orientation and portrait orientation.
While the will tell you the specific ratio of its length to its height, there are some more general terms to describe the orientation of a picture. Most pictures will fit into one of two categories: landscape orientation and portrait orientation.
The “aspect ratio” of an image is the ratio of the length of the image to the width of the image. Most dSLR cameras have an aspect ratio of 3 : 2. The Canon t2i has a 3 : 2 aspect ratio. A full size jpeg image taken by the…
An important concept to understand in lighting is the ambient light or ambient exposure. The ambient light level is the amount of light that’s normally present in a setting. If you’re inside, the ambient light is probably provided by lamps or sunlight coming in through the window. If you’re outside…
