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Should you buy a kit lens?

Should you buy a kit lens?

Because kit lenses are inexpensive, they are maligned by some. However, the optics of many kit lenses are capable of producing sharp images with excellent color and contrast.

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Canon 400mm L lens

Canon 400mm L lens

The Canon 400mm L lens is one of the most popular lenses used by seasoned birder and wildlife photographers. But it may be too heavy-.

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DSLR lens uses

DSLR lens uses

Guide to DSLR lenses you may need. Some interchangeable lenses are more suitable for certain subjects than others.

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35mm equivalent lens

35mm equivalent lens

Why digital camera focal lengths are described in terms of a film camera

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Canon 18-55mm IS kit lens

Canon 18-55mm IS kit lens

The kit lens that comes with the Canon Digital Rebel XSi/450D is surprisingly good and has been given high marks by professional reviews and users, including me.

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Canon 55-250mm IS zoom lens

Canon 55-250mm IS zoom lens

The Canon 55-250mm IS telephoto lens is a surprisingly good, reasonably priced zoom lens that produces sharp images.

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Canon interchangeable lens designations

Canon interchangeable lens designations

Understanding the Canon interchangeable lens designations can be difficult for a new Canon DSLR user. But once you do, be forewarned, you’ll get the phrase “lens envy.”

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Canon 55-250mm IS lens

Canon 55-250mm IS lens

The Canon 55-250mm IS lens, much improved over its non-IS predecessor, gives great image quality. Here are tips for using this reasonably priced zoom lens.

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