Thoughts on eBay lens filters? I’m looking to buy a CPL filter and I have to a admit there is quite a big appeal to the price of used filters on eBay, but I have heard that it is generally not a good idea to purchase filters on eBay as they are popular to counterfeit, has anyone bought lens filters on eBay and what was your experience? submitted by /u/Independent_Read4…

Best Lens for Physique Photography (Gym/Bodybuilding)? Hey there! I’m looking to level up my physique photography game and could use some advice. Right now, I’m using a 35mm lens, but I’ve noticed it tends to make me look smaller than I actually am (I swear lol) Not ideal for capturing impressive bodybuilding pics What’s the best lens for showcasing physique in a flattering and accurate way? Somethi…

I’m trying to upgrade my lens but I’m very unsure what to do? I currently have a canon 80d with a Efs 55-250mm f/4-5,6, I’ve saved up and I’m set on upgrading the camera to a canon R6 mark ii, though I’m unsure about what lens to buy, I take mostly sports photography on the afternoons, I was thinking of getting the ef 300mm f/2,8 but id feel more comfortable with a lens that change zoom for close and long …

Lens Repair Suggestions? Hi! My Nikkor 105mm micro isn’t locking onto focus/keeps shifting focus and clicking as it does. I’ve checked my other lenses on the camera and even tried the 105 on my backup, but it is consistently only this lens. I tried to file a claim with my insurance, but they need service quotes. Suggestions on where to get my lens repaired that won’t em…

I am a beginner. Would this lens work for my camera? I have a Nikon D3200 but need a new lens. I want to photograph wildlife and more specifically birds. Would this lens work and be a good option? AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm F/4.5-5.6G IF-ED. If that lens wouldn’t be good do you have any recommendations for me? Thanks in advance! submitted by /u/lividplantain

Zoom lens advice? I currently have a Sony a6000 looking to upgrade to a 7iii soon. This past weekend using what I have and its kit zoom (55-210mm 4.5-6.3) I was taking pictures of a kids hockey game. Needing the fast shutter I had to up the iso super high (8-10,000) and my pictures are super grainy. Without spending thousands and thousands. What’s a good zoom tha…

anyone have a working lens rentals code? Looking to rent a lens for an upcoming event from lensrentals.com submitted by /u/burt-and-ernie

Can you recommend a flash for macro photography with a Sony a6300 and a 50mm macro lens please? my budget is up to $200 USD in the US Thanks! submitted by /u/Snuggly-Muffin

My 80-200mm lens broke and trying to find a new lens, is this good for a nikon d5200? found a lens on an online store Nikon Telephoto Zoom AF-S DX VR Zoom Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED Nikon DX Format, for just $90 (₱5,415) is it worth it? Can’t really afford high end lenses. submitted by /u/Informal_Clue9152

Is this lens worth the value? I get this 24-105 f4 IS usm for about 150 dollars. And I notice some fungus and scratches, is this worth the price? ( I already bought it). submitted by /u/aqcyoimiya

Will a FF 16mm f2.8 lens on an APSC body give the same bg blur as an APSC 16mm f2.8 lens on an APSC body? Assuming everything else, distance to subject etc. stays the same. Thank you in advance! submitted by /u/KM_Gemini

Nikon Z alternatives to F nifty-fifty 50mm lens? Hi, I’ve been shooting with my Nikon Z6 for a couple of years, both with the 70-20 Nikkor Z that came with the camera, and with my “old” F mount lenses of the D70s. For the past year or so I’ve been obsessed with my 1.8 50mm f mount lens (the nifty fifty, as I’ve seen it called). But I’m annoyed of the F mount adapter and having to focus manual…

Good zoom lens for basketball? Hey I recently got a Sony A6400 with the normal kit lens which has a decent enough zoom but I was looking at the Sony 55-210 lens so that way I can really get in close to the action. I’ve been looking at Facebook marketplace and most of them go for like 100-200 so I was just wondering if it’s worth that price or if I should be looking for a diff…

Can someone help me with the Samyang Lens Station? I got the Samyang 35-150 and the lens station works great for updating the firmware. But i also want to calibrate my autofocus, but i have no idea how to do that. the manual is utterly useless and i cant find anything helpful online regarding calibrating this lens. if someone here knows how to do that or can send me towards a video or blog or fo…

Is This Lens Fungus, a Dealbreaker? Just got a coveted Sigma 20mm f1.4 DG HSM for $375, but now that it’s arrived I believe it has fungus inside the front element. It almost looks like frost. How bad of an idea is it to keep this lens? I do have a return window, but there aren’t anymore at this price right now. I fear most its spreading to the center of the lens, or to my other t…

What first lens do I buy? I’m getting into photography and I just bought my first camera, a used Sony a7 I. I bought ut with three vintage film lenses, but I want something with autofocus. I can’t break the bank. What are your recommendations? I was looking at the nifty-fifty Sony Fe and a samyang 35mm lens. Please help. submitted by /u/Ok_Influence2058 …

What is in my lens? What is it? How much do you think it will affect my images? How hard is it to disassemble and clean a lens? I’m getting an old K1000 up and running again and everything seems to be ok but the spots in the lens concern me. Thanks for any help. submitted by /u/Specialist-Yak-2315

Best A5100 Lens Pairing for Travel? Recently found my old 5100 that had kit lens on, planning to travel to UK next month & have a few other trips lined up later in the year. Looking to use my camera again but what to update the lens! Was thinking of Sony 11mm or Sigma 18-50. Appreciate any suggestions! Just looking for a best overall travel lens, photo > video! submitted by …

What lens should I buy? Hi, I am currenlty using a cannon eos r10 with a base lens of 15-45mm that came with the camer. I’ve spent over a year now with this lens learning about the camera. I want to upgrade to a lens that will let me shoot portrits, street, wildelife, and nature photography. I pretty much shoot all kinds of shots because I walk alot on campus and throu…

Help – Upgrade lens or body? Hi all, I was thinking of upgrading my kit but am unsure if changing the body or lens will be a better choice. I am an amateur and shoot as a hobby (landscape/street/nature photography mainly but do use it for travel etc. I currently have the following: Canon 750D with standard 18-55mm kit lens Canon 50mm f/1.8mm lens I was thinking of th…