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Have you ever tried to learn about lenses, only to be overwhelmed by choice and technical information? Whether you're a firsttime photographer or a seasoned professional, it can be a daunting task. If you've ever wondered how lenses work, what makes a good or bad lens, and how to pick the one that's right for the kinds of photos you want to take, this is the course for you.

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Dave Bode will take you on a comprehensive journey through the world of lenses, from common terms and acronyms through to fieldofview, lens coatings, the difference between full and nonfull frame lenses, focus systems, and more. This course covers practical knowhow including focal length, aperture, image stabilization and more, to help you choose the right lens for every situation.

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1. Introduction
00:00:00 1. Introduction

2. How Do Lenses Work?
00:02:27 2.1 Focal Length and FieldofView
00:11:29 2.2 Aperture
00:24:14 2.3 What Does A Bad Lens Look Like?

3. Special Lens Features
00:45:34 3.1 Stabilization, Coatings, and Focusing Motors

4. Choosing a Zoom Lens
55:08:20 4.1 Standard Zoom Lenses
01:08:01 4.2 Wide Angle Zoom Lenses
01:16:55 4.3 Medium Telephoto Zooms
01:23:20 4.4 Telephoto Lenses
01:32:49 4.5 Super Zoom Lenses

5. A Guide to Prime Lenses
01:39:15 5.1 The Good and Bad of Prime Lenses
01:44:08 5.2 Fish Eye Lenses

6. Getting Perspective Right in Your Photographs
02:06:11 6.1 The Right Lens For Portrait Photography
02:17:30 6.2 Compress For Composition
02:25:21 6.3 Guide to Macro Lenses

7. Conclusion
02:41:27 7.1 Conclusion

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