Lenses and their effect

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Different types of lenses and their use

If you want to take your photography to the next level, it's important to understand the different types of lenses and their specific areas of use. In our article, you'll learn all about fixed focal lengths and zooms, wide-angle, standard and telephoto lenses, as well as special lenses from the macro, fisheye and tilt-shift categories. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of lenses and find out which lens suits you best.

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Focal length and perspective

High-quality photographic equipment not only includes a camera with a powerful sensor, but also a well-coordinated range of lenses. The selection ranges from wide-angle to telephoto lenses, from travel zooms and fixed focal lengths to specialists such as macro or tilt-shift lenses.

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Lens speed

The speed of a lens is a decisive factor in photography that has a significant impact on the quality and character of your images. In this blog post, you'll learn everything you need to know about lens speed. We talk about the advantages of fast lenses, the relationship between speed and depth of field, bokeh and why fixed focal lengths are generally faster than zoom lenses.

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Tips for selecting and caring for lenses

Are you faced with the decision to buy a new lens, but the choice is overwhelming? Don't worry, this article will help you find the perfect lens for your needs. We'll cover the most important questions you should ask yourself before buying a lens and explain the best lens types for different photographic genres. We also look at the benefits of fixed focal length and zoom lenses, consider useful features and give you tips on how to care for and clean your lenses.