Stepping Back in Time: The Allure of M42 Lenses in Modern Photography
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In the fast-paced world of modern cameras with autofocus and auto-everything, there’s a growing interest in a more hands-on approach. M42 lenses,
Unveiling the M42 Lens Mount: A Legacy of Vintage Photography
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The world of photography is filled with various lens mounts, each designed to connect a lens to a specific camera body. Among these
Spotting a Prime Lens: A Detective’s Guide for Photographers
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Choosing the right lens is crucial for capturing stunning photos. But with so many options, differentiating between prime and zoom lenses can be tricky.
Identifying a Prime Lens: It’s All in the Numbers
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When choosing a lens, differentiating between a prime lens and a zoom lens is crucial. Thankfully, there are several ways to tell them apart. Here’s a guide to help you identify a prime lens:
The best M42 wide angle lenses
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M42, also known as the Praktica or Universal thread mount, was a standard lens mount for 35mm film cameras introduced by Praktica in 1938.