The Nikon 50mm f/1.8G AF-S NIKKOR FX is a lens almost all users of FX cameras should have. While the Nikon 50mm f/1.8D lens is cheaper and lighter, the Nikon 50mm f/1.8G is equipped with instant manual override focus, sharper corners, better construction and curved aperture blades. The aspherical lens element offers a more improved […]
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Canon Launches the Try and Buy Program
In Singapore, Canon has launched the “Try and Buy” program for camera lens consumers. This allows consumers to bring a Canon lens for specific amount of fee. The innovative program lets consumers to rent a couple of camera lens models for a couple of days. Earlier, this service was only usable for professionals. Rental fees […]
Nikon Fixed a Damaged Nikkor Lens By Boiling It
It was reported recently that the Nikon Repair Center in Taiwan received a damaged Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8 worth $1800. The lens was accidentally dropped into the sea and damaged by salt water exposure. The repair technicians disassembled the lens and found that the corrosive salt water has caused a coating of rust to form. This has […]
Carl Zeiss Will Release Three New Camera Lenses for Sony NEX and Fujifilm X
The renowned lens maker, Carl Zeiss, will be releasing three new camera lens models for Sony NEX and Fujifilm X; 12mm f/2.8, 32mm f/1.8 and 50mm f/2.8. They will be available for purchase next month. Two of these lens models will be priced at $1,000 and $1,400. Carl Zeiss camera lenses are known for quality […]
Fixing a Lightly Scratched Camera Lens
It isn’t necessary to completely replace a scratched camera lens, as repairing one may actually cost you more than the camera unit itself. In most cases, tiny scratches won’t affect images produced, but larger ones do. If you begin to notice constant blurriness on the same area of the images, it could necessary to deal […]




