Tag Archives: Prime
9 things you should know about using prime lenses
Zoom lenses are undeniably great when it comes to convenience and versatility, delivering a wide range of focal lengths at the flick of a wrist. However, they demand a compromise in terms of outright image quality. With complex arrangements of … Continue reading
Sony Introduces the Long-Awaited 400mm f/2.8 G Master Prime Lens
From Sony: New Large Aperture Super-Telephoto Prime Lens is World’s lightest in its class, with outstanding AF performance, innovative optical design and exceptional image quality SAN DIEGO, Jun. 27, 2018 – Sony – a worldwide leader in digital … Continue reading
Best portrait lens 2018: fast prime lenses for Canon and Nikon DSLRs
Everybody wants to look good on paper, especially when the paper in question happens to be a photo print. So what kind of lens makes people look their best? With a full-frame Canon or Nikon DSLR, an 85mm prime lens … Continue reading
Sony fills a big hole in its lens lineup with a 400mm f/2.8 telephoto prime
A big hole in Sony's lens lineup has finally been filled with the arrival of the FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS telephoto prime. A 400mm f/2.8 is the go-to lens for many sports and nature photographers, so its arrival is … Continue reading
Fast and compact: Samyang’s new 24mm prime for Sony shooters
If you're a Sony shooter who's been hankering after a neat little compact prime lens, Samyang may have the answer in the shape of its new AF 24mm f/2.8 FE wide-angle optic. Designed for Sony's full-frame mirrorless range of cameras … Continue reading
Lightweight and compact: this is Panasonic’s 200mm f/2.8 prime lens
Alongside the new Lumix G9, Panasonic has also announced the Leica-branded DG ELMARIT 200mm f/2.8 Power OIS telephoto prime lens. On a Micro Four Thirds camera, the lens delivers a focal length equivalent to 400mm. If 400mm doesn't get you … Continue reading
Prime Lenses: Can you really zoom with your feet?
There’s a common maxim touted in photographic circles, especially in online forums and message boards. It states that some of the limitations of shooting with a prime lens can be overcome by simply moving your body around. The idea of … Continue reading
Perfect for portraits, Sony announces two fast prime lenses
Hot on the heels of Tamron announcing two new lenses, Sony has lifted the lid on two brand new optics of its own. First up is the FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS, a full-frame prime lens that's designed to … Continue reading
Sony Announces FE 100mm f/2.8 G Master and FE 85mm f/1.8 Prime Lenses
Gear Sony continues its G Master quest for perfect bokeh There are two new short telephoto options for Sony portrait shooters. Popular Photography
The Leica SL Mirrorless Camera Gets a New 50mm Prime Lens and Firmware Version 2.2
Gear Leica’s new prime lens is big in size and price The first prime lens in the Leica SL system is a massive, $ 5,300 50mm prime. Popular Photography
9 things you should know about using prime lenses
Zoom lenses are undeniably great when it comes to convenience and versatility, delivering a wide range of focal lengths at the flick of a wrist. However, they demand a compromise in terms of outright image quality. With complex arrangements of … Continue reading
Amazon Now Offering Photo Printing For Prime Customers, Including Books and Cards
Gear Those Prime shipping boxes could soon be stuffed with photo prints Amazon is starting up a photo printing service to go with its online storage solutions. Popular Photography