Choosing the Right Camera Lens

 

Once you’ve chosen the camera of your dreams, how do you know which lens will maximize your camera’s capabilities? Join camera expert John Greengo as he explains what the best lenses are to add to your camera bag. He’ll explain:

  • Which lens is best for specific areas of photography
  • The technology behind lenses
  • How to use specialty lenses including macro and fisheye
  • Tips on operating and maintaining your lenses

John will also talk about lens accessories including hoods, mounts, filters, and teleconverters. By the end of this class, you’ll understand exactly what lens you’ll need to take your best photos!

Lessons

Class Introduction
Lens Basics
Focal Length
Normal Lenses
Wide Angle Lenses
Telephoto Lenses
Lens Comparisons
Aperture
Equivalent Aperture
Depth of Field
Maximum Sharpness
Hyperfocal Distance
Mount System & Lens Grade
Lens Design
Compatibility
Lens Technology
Focusing & Stabilization
Image Quality
Standard & Super Zoom
Wide & Telephoto & Super Telephoto Zoom
Prime Lenses
Short, Medium & Super Telephoto Lenses
The Macro Lens
The Fisheye Lens
The Tilt & Shift Lens
Filters
Lens Hoods
Tripod Mount
Extension Tubes
Teleconverters
Making a Lens Choice
The Portrait Lens
The Action Lens
The Landscape Lens
Lens Maintenance
 
 
 
 

Reviews

  • Excellent class packed with incredibly useful knowledge. John is an amazing lecturer. He has also developed really great materials to help explain all the concepts and technologies that are explored in the class. Looking forward to my next class with him!
  • Great class. So informative. John Greengo is such a fantastic tutor and explains everything in such and easy-to-understand way. I would highly recommend this class. Prior to doing this class, I was so confused about which lenses are best for various photography. Now I understand lenses completely. Thanks John!
  • Another great JG class, my 4th. He gives a lot of individual attention to several popular lens brands. I really think after seeing this video series you could pick out three lenses that would fit your needs and your pocketbook. The class handout is spot on for what is covered in the video. Great job!! Thank you
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