I want to buy an entry-level dSLR for everyday toddler/family pictures. Should I go with a Nikon D80 or a Canon Rebel Xsi? And which lens(es)?
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posted by Bardolph
on Aug 16, 2010 -
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How can I get a contact lens prescription without buying lenses from the same place?
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posted by pravit
on Aug 10, 2010 -
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I'm looking at cataract surgery in the next year or two, and wondering what my options are as far as lenses go.
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posted by spaceman_spiff
on Jul 19, 2010 -
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I dropped my AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens and it no longer works correctly. Is there anything I can do with it?
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posted by austinlee
on Apr 16, 2010 -
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What are the risks of leaving a bottle of contact lens solution open on the counter regularly?
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posted by swrittenb
on Dec 13, 2009 -
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This new lens from Sigma (18-250 zoom) comes in a Pentax mount. Pentax puts their DSLR image stabilization in the camera body and not in the lens like Nikon or Canon. Yet the description for all the lenses is the same - image stabilization in the lens. Is this a case of cut&paste product descriptions or would using this lens on a Pentax camera have double image stabilization (both lens & camera body)?
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posted by GuyZero
on Nov 2, 2009 -
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I've cracked the lens on a pair of designer sunglasses. Where and how do I get them fixed?
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posted by pines
on Jul 2, 2009 -
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Are those contact lenses that compensate for red/green colour blindness actually any use?
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posted by Elmore
on May 17, 2009 -
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I'm loooking for a lens recommendation for a Nikon d70 specifically for close-up indoor photography of kids.
Apologies in advance for asking a question that's very close to several others here at AskMeFi, but here's the twist...
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posted by stuehler
on May 7, 2009 -
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Find-that-website filter: Website with a unique explanation of lens focal length with respect to photography and zoom lenses.
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posted by odinsdream
on Dec 24, 2008 -
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I am looking for a lens for my Nikon D80 that works well in low-light conditions. Something relatively compact and not too expensive would be best.
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posted by bollockovnikov
on Dec 10, 2008 -
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Exposure difference between two lenses at the same aperture?
I just noticed that using the programmed exposure on my d80 with two different lenses at the same aperture produces different shutter speeds - even though the scene is the same.
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posted by FidelDonson
on Dec 2, 2008 -
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I remember reading about these spectacles that'd let you control their focal lengths by varying an oil film between two rectangles of glass that were held together by the frame ('oil inside the lens'). Links?
posted by Taksi Putra
on Oct 25, 2008 -
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I'm going to be taking photos this weekend in an artificial ski field, (mixture of cold and warm environments), the people facilitating the event have said that last time they had someone shoot at a similar event their lenses fogged up when moving between the snow and the heated cafe. How can I prevent this?
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posted by chrisbucks
on Sep 24, 2008 -
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What are some of your favourite bokeh lenses and settings for head-and-shoulder portraiture?
posted by johannahdeschanel
on Sep 12, 2008 -
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What is the best lens to use with a Nikon D50 for low-light situations where the subjects are moving?
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posted by inatizzy
on Sep 3, 2008 -
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Has anyone had Nikon gear that you bought used serviced under warranty? Is this possible, or is Nikon's extended warranty non-transferable?
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posted by Venadium
on Sep 1, 2008 -
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Photofilter: Which lens should I buy?
I'm in the market for a new prime. I've narrowed it down (for various reasons) to either Canon 85/1.8 or the new Sigma 50/1.4.
Do any fellow photogs out there have experience with either one or have a recommendation. Eventually, I want to go with the 85/1.2II but it'll be awhile before I have the cash.
I'm looking for something with good bokeh as I like to shoot wide open and get short DOF. Currently, I'm using an old OM Zuiko 50/1.4 to achieve that but since it's not autofocus, I miss more in-focus shots than I like.
In case you need to know to answer I shoot on a 30D and a 5D.
Thanks!
posted by damiano99
on Aug 23, 2008 -
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Is there any evidence (scientific, anecdotal or otherwise) to suggest that cheap store-brand contact lens solution is inferior to name brands like Opti-Free or Renu? I'm specifically referring to multi-purpose solution for disposable soft contact lenses. What are your solution experiences?
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posted by iamisaid
on Aug 22, 2008 -
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There's a photograph of a Persian gold finial resting on a highly patterned cloth on p. 56 of the August 2008 National Geographic (directions to find it online inside). The finial is in tack-sharp focus with significant depth of field while the entire cloth is pleasantly blurred. Shenanigans? I would love to know how this photo was taken.
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posted by mindsound
on Jul 19, 2008 -
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Want to try out lenses, tripods, filters, etc for my new Canon 40D. Nice camera, btw!
posted by avocade
on Jul 5, 2008 -
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I'd like to buy a telephoto lens for my
Nikon P5100 . There's a bunch on ebay & Amazon - Tokina, Opteka, Fotodiox - for between 40 & 100 bucks. Are any of these lenses/ brands worth their dollar? ($100 is my max, so the $250 Nikon branded lens is not in the running.)
posted by forallmankind
on Jun 15, 2008 -
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One of the lenses of my expensive pair of sunglasses keeps popping out. Can I fix this myself?
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posted by Hellafiles
on May 22, 2008 -
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Suggest online or DVD resources for a new filmmaker to learn about lenses, film formats, shot composition, camera moves, dialogue staging, and other aspects of cinematography & directing?
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posted by pseudostrabismus
on Apr 17, 2008 -
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What can I do with my old F mount, non AE Nikkor lenses? I have the Nikkor monoscope adapter that works very well with the 200mm. What to do with the 28mm, 50mm, 55mm macro, 135mm and 500mm mirror (universal mount) lenses?
posted by Raybun
on Apr 1, 2008 -
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