sebastian_kovanchev Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 <p>Hello, I'm Sebastian. I have recently found a little guide on how to find what lens suits you best. I had that problem... and still do.. but i really hope that this guide helps as many as it can. The guide can be found <a href="http://www.macroringflash.com/how-to-pick-up-a-lens-guide/">HERE</a>.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JosvanEekelen Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 <p>The guide is a bit short and skips all nuances but it can act as a quick starting guide. Don't hesitate to ask questions in the forums if things are not clear. </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GerrySiegel Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 Buying a lens is a little more involved than the guide you suggested. I would rather suggest an illustrated book that shows the field of view of different focal lengths and especially as it translates to the format of the camera one is using. A picture does it best. Also depends on several big factors 1) the need for the speed and precision of the lens and 2) its cost. For most people it is good to start with a basic lens, or a normal lens for the size of the image sensor. Take pictures and then see if you need more reach or more width. Your library is a good start. And the web sites of the company that makes cameras as well. Some folks thrive on one lens, a do it all lens. Such are not to be laughed off I am thinking. Any guide is a start, and do your own homework is my offering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Smith Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 <p>This reminds me of a Monty Python mug I bought that came with instructions on "how to use a mug properly". I humbly suggest you change the title to "Choosing a lens" or "How to choose the right lens" or similar.</p> Robin Smith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 <p>Also, the link takes you to a page entitled "How to Pick Up a Lens Guide", which I thought would be instructions on how to lift a book on lenses. Turned out not to be so.<br> Gerry has some good advice, and I think the page in the link is probably too simplistic to be helpful.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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