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I was a little shocked when I saw how much detail was in this video. Can you guess what camera and what lens took it?

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Notice when the camera zooms out there is a little black spot caused by the smudge on my lens. If you zoom in just a tad it disappears. This may or may not be able to be buffed out.

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I have a Canon EOS Rebel X SLR film camera. I think it is a great camera and I am looking into purchasing a new lens(s) for it but I don’t have a clue where to start.The lens that came with it is 35-80mm. I would like to get a really good all around lens (if there is one out there). It would be for taking portraits and things outdoors. Not looking to become a pro photographer but would still like to be able to take awesome pics of wildlife, landscapes, and of the nieces and nephews at ball games and other family gatherings. Thanks for all the help!

For film, a 35-80mm covers what is conventionally known as the normal range, ie it doesn’t cover wide-angle (less than 35mm) or telephoto (over 85mm). For portraits and most outdoors work, you will want to extend your coverage into the telephoto range. Typical zoom ranges here are 70-150mm or 70-200mm. This will probably work for sporting events where you can get reasonably close to the action and are not stuck in seating well back from the sidelines.

Wide angle lens are great for interiors, landscapes with prominent objects in the foreground, and candid family shots where you are close to the subjects. You might find the 35mm end of your zoom is not quite short enough. Options include a prime (single focal length) lens around 20-28mm, or a wide-angle zoom.

You can buy a single lens solution like a 28-200mm lens. This would, in theory, replace your current lens completely. But they are bulky. For my Nikon, this lens weighs nearly twice the 28-80mm zoom, and I have kept the smaller lens because it is easier to carry and use in many circumstances. It is also easier for my 9yo grand-daughter to use when she is with me – the heavier lens would be much harder for her to manage.

As a film user, the advice to avoid the lens made specifically for digital is sound. Digital sensors are much smaller than the film image size, and these lens don’t have to be perfect over the larger area that you need.

Does anyone know what a digital SLR camera lens of 40mm-150mm is equal to in a optical zoom in a digital point and shoot camera?

It will depend on the point and shoot. Most point and shoots start at around 36mm or 38mm wide (35mm equivalent). To be able to cover the equivalent of 150mm, they would need to be about a 4x zoom.

However, some point and shoots are a little wider to start off with, at 28mm. To be able to cover 150mm, you’d need over a 5x zoom (5.36x). Thus, a 6x zoom would be needed on those cameras. Note also that a 4x zoom on these wider cameras would only cover to 112mm vs. a 4x zoom on a camera not as wide, which will cover to 150mm. (ex: 4×28mm=112mm vs. 4×38mm=152mm).

You need to check the point and shoot specs, specifically for the lens and see what the 35mm equivalents are.

Hope this helps.

The camera lens is jammed. Not too bad. I can get it fully open 20% of the time. The rest it’s nearly impossible. BTW it’s a Canon. I can’t remember the make. If it’s important, you can email me.

It’s broken.

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It’s a retractable lens (I guess?? I’m not a camera person) but anywho, it was all the way out like I was about to take a picture and I accidentally dropped it on tile floor. Now that just made one of the levels of the retractable lens bend in a little, and it’s done that before and I’ve just popped it back into place (which I’m sure i not the best idea but thats how I learn) so I attempt to pop it back into place and it totally goes way inside and the par t ( I guess the shutter that opens and closes when you turn it on and off) just broke off…all of it still works but when I try to turn it on the lens tries to come out but it can’t cause it’s stuck inside. So anyway…I haven’t messed with it anymore cause apparently I can’t fix it but I was wondering how much the repair of this would cost. It’s a Canon digital camera if that matters. If this doesn’t make sense just e-mail any questions. Thanks for your help.

Unfortunately it will likely cost more to repair than to replace. Even if its under warranty, abuse such as dropping isn’t covered. You may as well begin shopping for its replacement.
Since you didn’t say what model Canon you have I’m guessing its a digicam. Check the Sept. 2007 issue of Shutterbug magazine for a review of five 10 megapixel digicams. You can also access it at shutterbug.com.

When you get your new camera, secure it around your neck with a good neck strap. In 36 years I’ve yet to drop a camera. My camera is either in my camera bag or hanging around my neck.

My little niece found my digital camera and put her greasy little fingers all over including the lens….! You can see her little finger print.

STOP! DO NOT use regular glass cleaner, it can damage the anti-reflective coating on your lens!

Get a lens cleaning kit from most any camera store, electronics store, or even some drugstores with photo services. Eyeglass cleaner, if specifically designated for glasses with antireflective coatings, can also work, but DO NOT use Windex or other ordinary glass cleaners!

Hiya, I have a samsung omnia, and theres a front lens and a back lens, and when I go to the camera feature – it automatically views with the back lens, and I have no idea how to switch the front lens on?

The fronst lens is only switched on when someone video calls you, you can switch it on

I have a canon rebel sxi and currenlty only have the standard lens that came with the camera. I am trying to get into some outdoor portrait photography. (currently practicing on anyone who is willing to let me). Is there a certain type/brand of lens that is better for outdoor portrait?

Sorry if this is a dumb question, but I am new to the whole photography thing…

The lens you have is just about perfect for shooting outdoor portraits.

Have you tried using it? If you shoot in the shade, you will avoid a lot of problems associated around shooting people outdoors during the day.

You could buy a good Canon 50 mm f/1.4 or f/1.8 lens, but until you have your portrait shooting skills down, you may want to spend some money on more memory cards or even a 5 in 1, 42 inch reflector kit