What Every Photographer Should Know About Lenses
Offered By: Envato Tuts+ via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Embark on a comprehensive 2-hour 44-minute journey through the world of camera lenses with this in-depth video course. Explore essential concepts such as focal length, field-of-view, aperture, and lens quality. Discover special lens features including stabilization, coatings, and focusing motors. Learn about various types of zoom lenses, from standard to super zoom, and understand the pros and cons of prime lenses. Gain insights into choosing the right lens for portrait photography, using compression for composition, and working with macro lenses. Master the technical aspects and practical applications of different lenses to elevate your photography skills and make informed decisions when selecting equipment for various shooting situations.
Syllabus
1. Introduction.
2.1 Focal Length and Field-of-View.
2.2 Aperture.
2.3 What Does A Bad Lens Look Like?.
3.1 Stabilization, Coatings, and Focusing Motors.
4.1 Standard Zoom Lenses.
4.2 Wide Angle Zoom Lenses.
4.3 Medium Telephoto Zooms.
4.4 Telephoto Lenses.
4.5 Super Zoom Lenses.
5.1 The Good and Bad of Prime Lenses.
5.2 Fish Eye Lenses.
6.1 The Right Lens For Portrait Photography.
6.2 Compress For Composition.
6.3 Guide to Macro Lenses.
7.1 Conclusion.
Taught by
Envato Tuts+
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