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Photography Foundations: Lenses

With Ben Long Liked by 3,887 users
Duration: 2h 32m Skill level: Beginner Released: 2/11/2011

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Course details

Many of the creative options available to a photographer hinge on an in-depth understanding of lenses. In Foundations of Photography: Lenses, Ben Long shows how to choose lenses and take full advantage of their creative options. The course covers fundamental concepts that apply to any camera, such as focal length and camera position, and shows how to evaluate and shop for DSLR lenses. The second half of the course focuses on shooting techniques: controlling autofocus, working with different focal lengths, and managing distortion and flare. The course also examines various filters and contains tips on cleaning and maintaining lenses.

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    Kennedy Musyoka

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    Very educative
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    Josh McDade

    Photographer, Surf Coach, Business Owner

    5/5 January 2, 2024
    I'm going to use it as training for my photographers.
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    Felicia D Wakefield

    Director, Commercial Operations at Dermavant Sciences, Inc. | Board Member, The Common Ground Consortium

    5/5 September 22, 2023
    As a beginner, this course is providing valuable skills and techniques to improve my images.
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  • Test your knowledge 5 quizzes
  • Learn on the go Access on tablet and phone

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