Choosing the Right Camera Lens
Choosing the Right Camera Lens
Class Description
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
1Class Introduction 2Lens Basics 3Focal Length 4Normal Lenses 5Wide Angle Lenses 6Telephoto Lenses 7Lens Comparisons 8Aperture 9Equivalent Aperture 10Depth of Field 11Maximum Sharpness 12Hyperfocal Distance 13Mount System & Lens Grade 14Lens Design 15Compatibility 16Lens Technology 17Focusing & Stabilization 18Image Quality 19Standard & Super Zoom 20Wide & Telephoto & Super Telephoto Zoom 21Prime Lenses 22Short, Medium & Super Telephoto Lenses 23The Macro Lens 24The Fisheye Lens 25The Tilt & Shift Lens 26Filters 27Lens Hoods 28Tripod Mount 29Extension Tubes 30Teleconverters 31Making a Lens Choice 32The Portrait Lens 33The Action Lens 34The Landscape Lens 35Lens MaintenanceReviews
Boris Dimitrov
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!
a Creativelive Student
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!
Lettie Turner
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