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The 6 Best Lenses for the Sony A65

The Sony A65 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

The Best Nikon D100 Lenses

The Nikon D100 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Best Nikon D100 CompactFlash Memory Cards

The Nikon D100 uses Compact Flash memory cards. 2GB is the largest card memory size that is compatible with the camera.

Good and Cheap Nikon D5000 Lenses for Photographers

The Nikon D5000 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Cheap, Fun, and Good Nikon D90 Lenses

The Nikon D90 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

The Best Nikon D200 Lenses

The Nikon D300 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

The Best Nikon D300 Lenses

The Nikon D300 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

The Best Affordable Lenses for the Nikon D50

The Nikon D50 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

A Guide to the Best Nikon D7100 Lenses for All Types of Photography and Videography

The Nikon D7100 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

A Guide to the Best Nikon D5600 Lenses for All Types of Photography and Videography

The Nikon D5600 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Don't Overpay for Nikon D3500 SD Memory Cards

The Nikon D3500 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

A Guide to The Best Nikon D3500 Lenses

The Nikon D3500 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

The Best Nikon D3400 Lenses for New Photographers on a Budget

The Nikon D3400 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Fun & Cheap Nikon D3300 Lenses

The Nikon D3300 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

The Best Nikon D3300 SD Memory Cards for Photos and Video

The Nikon D3300 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Fun & Cheap Nikon D5500 Lenses

The Nikon D5500 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

The Best Affordable Nikon D5200 Lenses

The Nikon D5200 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Tips to have fun with cheap Nikon D3100 Lenses

The Nikon D3100 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Fun & Cheap Nikon D3000 Lenses

The Nikon D3000 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Best Value Nikon D610 SD Memory Cards (2TB max)

The Nikon D610 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Best Value Nikon D750 SD Memory Cards (2TB Max)

The Nikon D750 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Best Value Nikon D600 SD Memory Card (2TB Max)

The Nikon D600 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

All of the Minolta and Sony A-mount Lenses

Minolta launched the A-mount with 12 lenses. More were added, and different version were released for branding updates.

Everything to Know About Camera Lens Fungus

Lens fungus is the mycelium growth of water molds and sac fungi. There are tens of thousands of species.

Fun & Affordable Sony A550 Lenses

The Sony A550 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A550 SD Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A550 uses SD memory cards, with a maximum capacity of 32GB.

Affordable & Fun Sony A580 Lenses

The Sony A580 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A580 Memory Card

The Sony A580 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Fun & Inexpensive Sony A560 Lenses

The Sony A560 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A560 SD Card

The Sony A560 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A450 SD Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A450 uses SD memory cards, with a maximum capacity of 32GB.

Fun & Inexpensive Sony A450 Lenses

The Sony A450 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A390 SD Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A390 uses SD memory cards, with a maximum capacity of 32GB.

Cheap & Fun Sony A390 Lenses

The Sony A390 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A380 SD Card (32GB max)

The Sony A380 uses SD memory cards, with a maximum capacity of 32GB.

Fun & Affordable Sony A380 Lens

The Sony A380 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A330 SD Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A330 uses SD memory cards, with a maximum capacity of 32GB.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A290 SD Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A290 uses SD memory cards, with a maximum capacity of 32GB.

Don't Overpay for Sony A230 SD Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A230 uses SD memory cards, with a maximum capacity of 32GB.

Fun & Affordable Sony A500 Lenses

The Sony A500 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Chean & Fun Sony A350 Lenses

The Sony A350 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Cheap & Fun Sony A290 Lenses

The Sony A290 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Affordable & Fun Sony A230 Lenses

The Sony A230 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Cheap Fun Sony A300 Lenses

The Sony A300 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Fun & Inexpensive Sony A330 Lenses

The Sony A330 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Cheap & Fun Sony A200 Lenses

The Sony A200 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Fun & Affordable Sony A37 Lenses

The Sony A37 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A55 SD Card

The Sony A55 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Cheap & Fun Sony A55 Lenses

The Sony A55 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Fun & Inexpensive Sony A57 Lenses

The Sony A57 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Fun & Affordable Sony A35 Lenses

The Sony A35 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Fun & Affordable Lenses for the Sony A58

The Sony A58 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Affordable and Fun Sony A100 Lenses

The Sony A100 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Great Affordable Sony A33 Lenses

The Sony A33 uses A-mount lenses. Both Sony and Minolta made them.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A5100 SD Memory Card

The Sony A5100 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Best Value SD Memory Card for the Sony NEX-5 SD (and Memory Stick PRO Duo)

The Sony NEX-5, NEX-5N, NEX-5R, and NEX-5T all use SD memory cards. They can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A6000 SD Memory Card

The Sony A6000 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A7R SD Memory Card

The Sony A7R uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A7 SD Memory Card

The Sony A7 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Canon 7D SD Memory Card

The original Canon 7D, from 2009, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 2TB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Canon Rebel T3i SD Memory Card

The original Canon T3i (600D), from 2012, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 2TB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D3000 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Nikon D3000, from 2009, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D5000 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Nikon D5000, from 2009, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Panasonic GF1 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Panasonic GF1, from 2009, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Panasonic GF2 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Panasonic GF2, from 2010, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Panasonic GH2 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Panasonic GH2, from 2010, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Panasonic G2 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Panasonic G2, from 2010, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Panasonic G1 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Panasonic G1, from 2008, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Panasonic G10 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Panasonic G10, from 2010, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Panasonic GH1 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Panasonic GH1, from 2009, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for an Olympus E-P1 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Olympus E-P1, from 2009, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for an Olympus E-P2 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Olympus E-P2, from 2009, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for an Olympus E-PL1 SD Card (32GB Max)

The Olympus E-PL1, from 2009, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Olympus E-M5 SD Memory Card

The original Olympus E-M5, from 2012, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 2TB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Olympus E-M10 SD Card

The original Olympus E-M10, from 2014, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 2TB in capacity.

The Best Memory Cards for the Sony A37

The Sony A37 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Olympus E-M1 SD Memory Card

The original Olympus E-M1, from 2013, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 2TB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for Nikon D7500 SD Memory Cards

The Nikon D7500 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D7200 SD Memory Card

The Nikon D7200 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Pay too much for a Nikon D7100 SD Memory Card

The Nikon D7100 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D7000 SD Memory Card

The Nikon D7000 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Cheap and Good Nikon D3200 SD Memory Cards

The Nikon D3200 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for Nikon D3400 SD Memory Cards

The Nikon D3400 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A700 Compact Flash Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A700 uses Compact Flash memory cards. The maximum size that will work is 32GB

Don't Overpay for a Sony A300 Compact Flash Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A300 uses Compact Flash memory cards. The maximum size that will work is 32GB

Don't Overpay for a Sony A100 Compact Flash Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A100 uses Compact Flash memory cards. The maximum size that will work is 32GB

Don't Overpay for a Sony A200 Compact Flash Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A200 uses Compact Flash memory cards. The maximum size that will work is 32GB

Don't Overpay for a Sony A350 Compact Flash Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A350 uses Compact Flash memory cards. The maximum size that will work is 32GB

Fun and Affordable Nikon D60 Lenses for Photography

The Nikon D60 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Cheap and Fun Nikon D80 Lenses

The Nikon D80 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Don't Pay Too Much for a Nikon D5600 SD Memory Card

The Nikon D5600 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D5500 SD Memory Card

The Nikon D5500 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D5300 SD Memory Card

The Nikon D5300 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D5200 SD Memory Card

The Nikon D5200 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D5100 SD Memory Card

The Nikon D5100 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A33 SD Card

The Sony A33 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A57 SD Card

The Sony A57 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for A Sony A58 Memory Card

The Sony A58 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A65 SD Card

The Sony A65 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A99 Memory Card

The Sony A99 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Don't Buy Expensive Sony A35 Memory Cards

The Sony A35 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Camera Lenses

Popular lens mounts can hundreds or thousands of choices.

If you have a mirrorless digital camera, you can cheaply adapt lenses from more than a dozen systems.

Pentax Spotmatic Versions: Asahi vs Honeywell

Asahit Optical Co. Ltd, released the first Pentax Spotmatic in 1964.

Fun & Cheap Pentax Spotmatic Lenses

All of the Spotmatic Models use M42 lenses.

I am going to focus on lenses made by Asahi Optical Co. Ltd (Pentax).

How to Load Film Pentax Spotmatic

Use fresh film that is not expired.

If you haven’t used the camera before, make sure the shutter fires. A battery is only needed to power the light meter.

How to Rewind and Remove Film from the Pentax Spotmatic

try to avoid removing the film in direct sunlight. The light seal on canisters isn’t perfect.

Fun & Affordable Pentax ME Super Lenses

The Pentax ME Super uses K-mount lenses. Lenses need an aperture ring to work.

How to Successfully Load Film into the Pentax K1000

The Pentax K1000 uses 35mm film.

For best results, use fresh film that has not expired. Do not load the camera in direct sunlight.

Fun and Cheap Pentax K1000 Lenses

The Pentax K1000 uses manual focus K-mount lenses.

Pentax started using the K-mount in 1975. It is still being used today on DSLRs like the Pentax K-1 Mark II.

Don't Overspend on a Pentax K-7 Memory Card

The Pentax K-7 uses SD memory cards. 2TB is the largest size that can be used.

Don't Overpay for a Pentax K10D Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Pentax K-10D uses SD memory cards. 32GB is the largest size that can be used.

Pentax K-5 Memory Card Compatibility

The Pentax K-5 uses SD memory cards. 2TB is the largest size that can be used.

Don't Overpay for a Pentax K-x SD Memory Card

The Pentax K-x uses SD memory cards. 2TB is the largest size that can be used.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D3100 Memory Card

The Nikon D3100 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Fun Budget Friendly Canon Digital Rebel XSi Lenses

The Canon EOS Rebel XSi (Canon EOS 450D) has an APS-C sized sensor. It was designed to use EF-S lenses.

Don't Waste Money on a Sony A500 Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Sony A500 uses SD memory cards, with a maximum capacity of 32GB.

Don't Waste Money on a Nikon Df SD Memory Card (2TB Max)

The Nikon Df uses SD memory cards. The largest capacity that will work is 2TB.

Best Nikon D700 CompactFlash Memory Cards (64GB Max)

The Nikon D700 uses Compact Flash memory cards.

64GB is the largest capacity cards that will work.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D60 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Nikon D60, from 2008, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D40 or D40X SD Memory Card (32GB Max Capacity)

The Nikon D40 and D40X, from 2006, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Compatible Nikon D50 SD Memory Cards (2GB Max)

The Nikon D50 uses SD memory cards. The largest card that can be used is 2GB.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D90 SD Memory Card (32GB Max Capacity)

The Nikon D90, from 2008, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Compatible Nikon D200 Compact Flash Memory Cards (32GB Max)

The Nikon D200 uses Compact Flash memory cards.

32GB is the largest capacity cards that will work.

Compatible Nikon D300 Compact Flash Memory Cards (32GB Max)

The Nikon D300 uses Compact Flash memory cards.

32GB is the largest capacity cards that will work.

Compatible Nikon D3 Compact Flash Memory Cards (64GB Max)

The Nikon D3 uses Compact Flash memory cards.

64GB is the largest capacity cards that will work.

Best Sony A7RII SD Memory Cards

The Sony A7RII can use any SD card 2TB or smaller. Any card with UHS-I will be fast enough. Do not buy a UHS-II card.

Budget Friendly Canon AE-1 Lenses

The Canon AE-1 uses FD lenses.

There are lots of great choices. However, keep in mind, the FD-mount was discontinued in 1987. All of the lenses available are 30-40 years old.

Don't Overpay for a Nikon D80 SD Memory Card (32GB Max)

The Nikon D80, from 2006, uses SD memory cards. It can use cards up to 32GB in capacity.

Canon 5D Mark II CompactFlash Memory Card Compatibility

The Canon 5D mark II needs a CompactFlash memory card.

12 Fun & Affordable Minolta SR-T 101 Lenses

The Minolta SR-T 101 is compatible with SR-mount lenses. Everyone refers to them as MD lenses, because that was the name of the last revision to the lenses.

Fun & Affordable Canon 5D mark II Lenses

Canon released 162 EF lenses that can be used with the 5D mark II. That includes different versions of lenses with the same focal length or focal range.

Plastic & Fantastic - the Canon EOS Rebel G

You’ll likely spend more money on a few rolls of 35mm film, than a Canon Rebel G. The camera is practically free.

How to Load 35mm Film into the Canon Rebel G (Canon EOS 500N, New EOS KISS)

The Canon EOS Rebel G, (Canon EOS 500N, New EOS KISS) uses 35mm film.

How to Rewind Film from the Canon Rebel G (Canon EOS 500N, New EOS KISS)

Once all the exposures have been taken, the Canon EOS Rebel G should rewind the film automatically.

The Best Value Sony A7II SD Memory Cards

The Sony A7II can use SD and Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo memory cards. Only one type can be used at a time.

Nikon PB-4 Bellows - Tilt/Shift for Macro Photography

The Nikon PB-4 is a professional camera bellows for the F-mount released in 1970. It’s special because it is the only Nikon bellows with tilt/shift capabilities.

How to Check Olympus Shutter Count

Mechanical shutters have a limited lifespan. A shutter count will tell you how much a camera has been used.

Nikon's Mechanical Masterpiece - The FM2'

The Nikon FM2 is a fully mechanical 35mm SLR film camera manufactured in Japan by Nikon from 1982-2001. When released, it filled the middle of Nikon’s camera lineup, behind the F3.

The Legendary Vivitar 90mm f/2.8 Macro Lens Review

The Komine made Vivitar 90mm f/2.8 macro is a legendary cult classic because of how sharp it is. From f/5.6 to f/11, the lens is tack sharp with no signs of chromatic aberration or distortion.

Konica Minolta Auto Meter VF Review (Kenko KFM-1100)

The Konica Minolta VF is an affordable flash light meter.

Minolta Spotmeter F Review - Better Than the Pentax Digital Spotmeter

Affordable spotmeters are difficult to come by as there were never very many options. The Minolta Spotmeter F is one of the least expensive digital meters available. It uses AA batteries instead of discontinued batteries that are no longer produced.

Fully Mechanical - Canon FT QL Camera Review

The Canon FT QL was released in 1966. It was discontinued in 1972.

How to Load Film into the Nikon FG

This guide will show you how to load film into your Nikon FG and make sure the camera is functioning properly. If this is your first time using your Nikon FG, make sure to read through the before you load film section.

Step by Step: How to Load Film into the Nikon FM2

This guide will show you how to load film into your Nikon FM2. If this is your first time using your Nikon FM2, make sure to read through the before you load film section.

How to Rewind and Remove Film from the Nikon FG

This page will cover all of the steps needed to rewind and remove a roll of film from the Nikon FG. If you need help with loading film into the camera see this step-by-step guide on how to load film into the Nikon FG.

How to Rewind and Remove Film from the Nikon FM2

This page will cover all of the steps needed to rewind and remove a roll of film from the Nikon FM2. If you need help with loading film into the camera see this step-by-step guide on how to load film into the Nikon FM2.

How to Rewind and Remove Film from the Minolta SRT-101

This page will cover the steps needed to rewind and remove a roll of 35mm film from the Minolta SRT-101. If you need help with loading film into the camera see this step-by-step guide on how to load film into the Minolta SRT-101.

How to Load Film into the Minolta SRT-101

This guide will show you how to load film into your Minolta SRT-101 and how to make sure the camera is functioning properly. If this is your first time using your Minolta SRT-101, make sure to read through the before you load film section.

The Lomo Lubitel 166B - Soviet Twin Lens Reflex Medium Format Camera

The Lubitel 166B is a medium format film camera that uses 120 film and takes 6x6 frames. There are 5 versions of the camera, with the Lubitel 166B being the second to last of the TLR cameras.

Capacity Testing 5 Third Party Sony NP-FW50 Batteries

A pocket full of OEM Sony NP-FW50 batteries gets expensive.

How to Load Film into the Canon AE-1

Do not load film in direct sunlight or bright light. Light can get past the seal and partially expose early frames.

How to Rewind and Remove 35mm Film from the Canon AE-1

Do not remove film in direct sunlight.

You should not have to use force to rewind or remove a roll of 35mm film.

How to Rewind and Remove Film from the Pentax K1000

Removing film from the Pentax K1000 is easy.

Do not unload the camera in direct sunlight. It’s possible for light to get past the seal.

Nikon F-Mount Lens & Camera Compatibility

The Nikon F was the first camera to use the F-mount. It was released in 1959.

The Pentax K-Mount: History & Compatibility

The Pentax K-mount was released in 1975. Prior to that, the M42 screw mount was used.

Everything You Need to Know About The Pentax K1000

The Pentax K1000 is perfect for beginner photographers.

More than 3 million were sold from 1976 to 1997. They are easy to find used.

Fun Affordable Lenses for the Nikon D3200

The Nikon D3200 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

What is Flange Focal Distance? Lengths for Lens Mounts

The Flange Focal Distance is the distance between a camera lens mount and the film plane or image sensor.

The M42 Mount - History, Cameras, and Adapting the Lens Mount

The M42 mount is a screw mount with a 42mm diameter and 1mm thread pitch. It dates back to the late 1940’s.

Vivitar 55mm f/2.8 Macro Lens Review [Komine]

There is lots of lore and hype built up around this Komine lens, and it is all deserved. This is the sharpest 1980’s macro lens I have used.

Cheap Fun Canon Rebel XS Lenses

The Canon EOS Rebel XS (Canon EOS 500D) is compatible with 24 EF-S lenses. There are also third party lens options from Sigma, Tamron, Samyang, and others.

Budget Friendly Canon Rebel T1i Lenses for Photography & Video

The Canon EOS Rebel T1i (Canon EOS 500D) is compatible with 24 EF-S lenses. There are also third party lens options from Sigma, Tamron, Samyang, and more.

How to Load Film Nikon N70 F70

The N70 (F70 in Europe) needs two CR123A batteries. It uses 35mm film.

How to Rewind and Remove Film From the Nikon N70 (F70)

Press the two film rewind buttons to rewind a roll of film. This can be done to rewind a roll of film before all the exposures have been taken.

Fun Budget Friendly Canon Rebel T7 Lenses

The Canon EOS Rebel T7 (Canon EOS 2000D) is compatible with 24 EF-S lenses. There are also third party lens options from Sigma, Tamron, Samyang, and others.

Great Affordable Lenses for the Olympus OM-1

Olympus did a great job at designing a system that is small, compact, and ergonomic. The OM-1 was the first professional body for the mount. Olympus wanted to showcase was they were capable of.

Best Value SD Card for the Sony NEX-F3 + Memory Stick PRO Duo

The Sony NEX-F3 uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with a maximum capacity of 2TB.

Best Value SD Memory Card for the Sony A5000 SD (and Memory Stick PRO Duo)

The Sony A5000 are all compatible with SDXC and Memory Stick PRO Duo memory cards. They are each only able to use one memory card at a time.

Good & Cheap Nikon D7000 Lenses

The Nikon D7000 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Fun & Affordable Nikon D5100 Lenses for Incredible Photography

The Nikon D5100 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Cheap and Fun Nikon D40 Lenses for Photographers on a Budget

The Nikon D40 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

Olympus OM-1 Mercury Battery Replacements

The Olympus OM-1 originally used a 1.35V MR-9 mercury battery. They have been banned in the US since 1996.

What Is Balsam Separation? Can A Lens Be Repaired?

Balsam separation is a form of delamination.

Discussions of lens design will include the number of elements and groups. Some elements will have air gaps and others will be epoxied together.

An Up Close Review of the Canon FD 50mm f/3.5 Macro Lens

The Canon FD 50mm f3.5 macro was released in 1979. The image quality is on par with all of the other manual focus film era macro lenses. At f8, everything is going to be tack sharp, corner to corner.

The Nikon FG is a Great All Around 35mm Film Camera

Released in 1982, the Nikon FG was Nikon’s first camera to have Programmed Auto-Exposure mode (AE). They can still be found on the used market.

5 Great Classic Lenses for the Nikon FM3A

Get the most out of your Nikon FM3A by pairing it with the right lens.

Fun Budget Friendly Canon Rebel T6 Lenses

The Canon EOS Rebel T6 (Canon EOS 1300D) was designed to use EF-S lenses.

The 5 Best Canon AE-1 Program Camera Lenses

I have always preferred the AE-1 Program over the original.

The 5 Best Nikon FM2 Lenses for a Mechanical Masterpiece

The Nikon FM2 is a mechanical masterpiece that is a joy to use with a well built lens. It is worthy of using the best F-mount lenses.

Budget Friendly Canon Rebel SL1 Lenses for Photography

The Canon EOS Rebel SL1 (Canon EOS 100D) was designed to use EF-S lenses.

Cheap and Fun Canon EOS 50D Lenses for Photography

The Canon EOS 50D was designed to use EF-S lenses.

The Best Budget Friendly Canon EOS 40D Lenses

The Canon EOS 40D was designed to use EF-S lenses.

Fun & Budget Friendly Canon Rebel T3 Lenses

The Canon EOS Rebel T3 (Canon EOS 1100D) was designed to use EF-S lenses.

Fun Budget Friendly Canon Rebel T100 Lenses

The Canon EOS Rebel T100 (Canon EOS 4000D) was designed to use EF-S lenses.

Fun Budget Friendly Canon Rebel T2i Lenses

The Canon EOS Rebel T2i (Canon EOS 550D) was designed to use EF-S lenses.

Canon EOS 40D CompactFlash Memory Card Compatibility

The Canon EOS 40D uses Compact Flash memory cards. 128GB is the largest card memory size that can be used.

Choosing A Compatible Canon AE-1 Battery: 4SR44, 4LR44, PX28A

The Canon AE-1 needs a 6-volt battery to operate. Compatible batteries include 4SR44 (silver oxide), 28L (lithium), or 4LR44 (alkaline). There are trade offs for each type of battery chemistry.

32GB Max - Canon Rebel T1i SD Memory Card Compatibility

The Canon T1i uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with up to a 32GB capacity.

Canon EOS 50D CompactFlash Memory Card Compatibility

The Canon EOS 50D uses Compact Flash memory cards. 128GB is the largest card memory size that can be used.

Affordable Canon Rebel T3i Lenses for Photos and Video

The Canon EOS Rebel T3i (Canon EOS 600D) was designed to use EF-S lenses.

Budget Friendly Canon Digital Rebel XT Lenses for Photography

The Canon EOS Rebel XT (Canon EOS 350D) was designed to use EF-S lenses.

Unlocking the Magic of the Nikon FE2 with Classic Lenses

Pair the Nikon FE2 with the right lens and you’ll get to experience the 1980’s magic the camera is known for.

Cameras

Former flagship cameras can be a better value than newer, entry-level cameras.

16 Used Pro Cameras Under $250 [June, 2024]

Professional cameras have better ergonomics, built quality, and features. They are often better than newer entry level cameras.

Nikon Memory Card Compatibility - SD Card Differences

Older cameras can be limited by the maximum capacity of a memory card. Using a card with a capacity that is too large can cause an error. The camera will not work.

6 Used Cameras Under $100 [July, 2024]

Here are the 6 best cameras I could find for less than $100. Take note of memory card requirements. Make sure to get a charger included because none of them can be charged by USB.

Canon PowerShot CF & SD Memory Card Compatibility

Canon Powershot cameras can use CompactFlash or SD memory cards.

SD & CF Memory Card Compatibility for 188 Nikon Coolpix Cameras

There are 188 Nikon Coolpix cameras. 165 use SD memory cards. 20 can use Compact Flash (CF) cards with a maximum capacity of 2GB or smaller. 3 only have internal memory.

Pentax SD Memory Card Compatibility For All DSLR Cameras

Pentax DSLRs use SD memory cards. There are 4 different versions, which are backwards compatible.

How to Capacity Test Camera Batteries

Many cameras no longer have OEM batteries available. Even when they are, the markups are outrageous. Third party batteries can be 1/4 the price, but there are no assurances about actual capacity or longevity.

Tested Canon LP-E6 Batteries

LP-E6, LP-E6N, and LP-E6Nh batteries have different capacities. They are all forward and backwards compatible.

Nikon 105mm f/2.8 Macro Lens Review (Micro Nikkor)

The Nikon AF Micro Nikkor 105mm f/2.8 Macro lens need a camera body with a focus motor for the AF to work.

Tamron SP 90mm f/2.5 Macro 52B Adaptall 2 Lens Review

Tamron’s 90mm f/2.5 SP Macro 52B Adaptall 2 lens produces sharp images at f/8 & f/11. Used on any crop body camera, at f/5.6, the soft corners won’t be an issue.

18 Pro Cameras available for under $1,500.

The first appearance of a medium format camera with the Pentax 645D.

24 Cameras Available Used for Under $500 [April, 2024]

There are an excessive number of cameras available for less than $500. I have tried to select the best of what is available for as many lens mounts as possible.

20 Pro Cameras Under $750 [April, 2024]

Photo, video, or hybrid use, there are a variety of cameras to choose from under $750. That’s for the body only. This makes it possible to compare kits between systems.

14 Pro Cameras Under $1,000 [April, 2024]

There are camera bodies that are perfect for professional work and other’s that would be an enthusiasts dream.

The Key Differences Explained - 120 vs 220 Film

120 and 220 film are both medium format films that come on film spools. The last 220 film was discontinued in 2018. That leaves 120 as the last medium format film being sold.

Used Cameras Under $200 in July 2024

Here are 5 cameras that you can find for under $200. They can be found with lens, battery, charger, and hopefully a memory card.

A Look at The 5 Best Nikon FE Lenses

The Nikon FE needs a good lens to take sharp photos. We will go over the 5 best lenses for the Nikon FE. Alternative lens suggestions are included for different price points.

Unlocking the Potential of Your Nikon D600: the Best Lenses for Every Occasion

Take advantage of the Nikon D600’s full-frame sensor with a great lens. The camera uses the F-mount, which has a huge selection of lenses to choose from.

Don't Strip Screws: JIS vs Phillips Screwdrivers

Stripping a screw can end a repair. The most common cause of a stripped screw head is from using the wrong screwdriver.

Top 5 Lenses for Your Canon AV-1: A Comprehensive Guide

The Canon AV-1 uses Canon FD-mount lenses. There’s a complete lineup of FD lenses, but availability can be an issue.

Best Minolta X 570 Lenses

The Minolta X-570 is a great 35mm film camera. It is notable because it is one of the best cameras that was designed to be used with Minolta MD lenses.

The Ultimate Guide to Nikon D780 Lenses

The Nikon D780 is a versatile DSLR camera designed for both professional photographers and videographers. It boasts a 24.5MP FX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor, a robust 51 AF system, and next-generation EXPEED 6 image processing.

The Best Nikon D500 Lenses: A Detailed Guide for Photographers

The Nikon D500 is an exceptional DX-format DSLR camera that combines the agility of an APS-C model with robust features of Nikon’s professional-grade cameras. The lens requirements for the D500 can be quite specific due to its high-resolution 20.9 MP APS-C sensor and high-speed shooting capabilities.

The Best Nikon D750 Lenses: A Comprehensive Overview

As a versatile full-frame DSLR camera, the Nikon D750 has long been a favorite among both professional and hobbyist photographers worldwide. But to truly capture the world in its full beauty and detail, you need the right lens to complement this remarkable piece of equipment. This guide provides an in-depth review of the top lenses for the Nikon D750, helping you unlock its full potential for any shooting scenario.

Best Nikon D810 Lenses - A Guide to Lens Compatibility and Availability

The Nikon D810 is a full-frame DSLR that offers exceptional image quality and versatility, making it a favorite among professional photographers. This camera uses Nikon F-mount lenses, which provide a wide array of options due to their extensive compatibility and availability.

The Best Nikon D850 Lenses: A Comprehensive Guide

In the realm of photography, a picture is only as good as its lens allows it to be. With the Nikon D850’s high resolution and dynamic range, the choice of lens becomes even more critical. This guide will walk you through everything from the basics of camera lenses, their compatibility with the Nikon D850, to the best lenses for different types of photography.

A List of the Best Minolta XG-1 Lenses for Every Budget

The Minolta camera lenses for the Minolta XG-1 are truly exceptional in terms of their optical performance and build quality. These lenses are known for their sharpness, color accuracy, and beautiful bokeh, allowing photographers to capture stunning images with a unique character that is difficult to replicate with modern lenses.

Timeless Minolta X-700 Lenses for Stunning Photographs

The Minolta X-700 is one of the best SLRs Minolta made.

A Review of the Canon Sure Shot A-1 Water Proof Film Camera

The Canon Sure Shot A1, also known as Canon Autoboy D5 in Japan and Canon Prima AS-1 in Europe, was a popular camera during the 1990s. Its simplicity and robustness, combined with the nostalgic touch of film, continue to make it a sought-after camera.

How Big Is a Wallet Size Photo? Sizes, Standards, and Preparations

The standard size for a wallet-sized photo is 2.3 x 3.5 inches (6 x 9 cm), which is the 2R size.

Understanding 4x6 Photo Size: Dimensions, Origins, and Aspect Ratio

This article is designed to help you understand the specifics of 4x6 photo dimensions. It will delve into the technicalities, history, and ideal resolutions required for printing these photo dimensions, as well as their aspect ratio. For individuals interested in photography and image processing, this article offers key insights to assist you in producing better photos.

How to Fix a Nikon D70 Sticky Rubber Grip

One of the common problems with the Nikon D70, and many older Nikon 35mm SLRs, is the rubber on the grip breaks down and becomes sticky.

5 Classic Pentax MX Lenses Every Photographer Will Love

The Pentax MX is a great 35mm SLR when paired with the right lens. This page will cover the 5 best lenses for the Pentax MX, with a handful of alternative for different budgets.

5 Great Pentax LX Lenses

The Pentax LX is a good 35mm film SLR camera. This page is going to go over the 5 best lenses for the Pentax LX, and also a small number of substitute options.

5 Great Pentax ME Lenses for Film Photographers

The Pentax ME is a fantastic 35mm SLR camera. This page is going to go into the 5 best lenses for the Pentax ME, as well as a handful of substitute options.

A Look at the Best Nikon D5300 Lenses for Photographers on a Budget

The Nikon D5300 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

How to Rewind and Remove Film From the Olympus OM-1

This page will cover the steps needed to rewind and remove a roll of 35mm film from the Olympus OM-1. If you need help with loading film into the camera see this step-by-step guide on how to load film into the Olympus OM-1.

How to Load 35mm Film into the Olympus OM-1 Camera

This guide will show you how to load film into your Olympus OM-1 and how to make sure the camera is functioning properly. If this is your first time using your Olympus OM-1, make sure to read through the before you load film section.

Best Nikon D800 SD Memory Cards

The Nikon D800 can use 2 different kinds of memory cards.

Best Nikon D810 SD Memory Cards

The Nikon D810 can use two different kinds of memory cards.

Canon Rebel XS SD Memory Card Compatibility

The Canon XS uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with up to a 32GB capacity.

Canon Rebel XSi SD Memory Card Compatibility

The Canon XSi uses SD memory cards. It can use cards with up to a 32GB capacity.

Canon Rebel XT CompactFlash Compatibility

The Canon Rebel XT uses CompactFlash memory cards. The largest capacity cards that can be used is 8GB.

How to Load 35mm Film into the Reto 3D Camera

This page will show you how to make sure your Reto 3D camera is functioning and how to load film into your camera. If this is your first time using your Reto 3D, make sure to read through the before you load film section.

How to Rewind Remove Film Reto 3d

This page will cover all of the steps needed to rewind and remove a roll of film from the Reto 3D. If you need help with loading film into the camera see this step-by-step guide on how to load film into the Reto 3D.

Don't Overpay for a Sony A6400 Memory Card

Two types of memory cards can be used with the Sony A6400. SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards are compatible and in addition Sony PRO Duo and PRO-HG Duo cards.

Sony A6300 Memory Card Compatibility

The Sony A6300 can use SD and PRO Duo memory cards.

An Expert's Guide to the Best Nikon EM Lenses

The Nikon EM is a very good film camera. This webpage will go over the 5 best lenses for the Nikon EM, plus a handful of alternative lenses.

Cheap and Fun Nikon FM10 Lenses

The Nikon FM10 can be a fun camera to use with the right lens for the type of photography you want to do.

Fun and Inexpensive Nikon FM Lenses

There are tons of compatible F-mount lenses for the Nikon FM. The best experience is going to be with Ai and Ai-S manual focus lenses.

The 5 Best Nikon FG Lenses

The Nikon FG is a terrific film SLR camera. This web page will cover the 5 best lenses for the Nikon FG, plus a few alternative lenses.

The 5 Best Nikon FG-20 Lenses

The Nikon FG-20 is a very good film camera. This article will cover the 5 best lenses for the Nikon FG-20, as well as a handful of alternative lenses.

The 8 Best Canon EOS 7D Lenses

This is a list of the best lenses for the Canon EOS Rebel 7D. A variety of focal lengths for several types of photography are covered. Additionally, each choice will have additional alternatives for lower or higher price ranges.

Nikon D3100 Mic Input Jack? Microphone Options Explained

The Nikon D3100 does not have an external mic port so you can not plug a microphone directly into the camera. In order to use an external microphone with the Nikon D3100, a separate audio recorder will need to be used.

How to Load Film into the Canon EOS 650

This guide will show you how to load film into your Canon EOS 650 and how to make sure the camera is functioning properly. If this is your first time using your Canon EOS 650, make sure to read through the before you load film section.

How to Rewind and Remove Film from the Canon EOS 650

This page will cover the steps needed to rewind and remove a roll of 35mm film from the Canon EOS 650. If you need help with loading film into the camera see this step-by-step guide on how to load film into the Canon EOS 650.

How to Rewind and Remove Film from the Minox 35 EL

This page will cover the steps needed to rewind and remove a roll of 35mm film from the Minox 35 EL. If you need help with loading film into the camera see this step-by-step guide on how to load film into the Minox 35 EL.

How to Load Film into the Minox 35 EL

This guide will show you how to load film into your Minox 35 EL as well as making sure the camera is working properly. If this is your first time using your Minox 35 EL, make sure to read through the before you load film section.

Lester A. Dine 105mm f/2.8 Macro Lens Review

The Lester A. Dine 105mm f/2.8 was made by Kino Precision in the 1980s. The lens was “white labeled”, meaning it was sold under several different brand names.

1° From Ansel Adams, a Pentax Spotmeter V Review

The Pentax Spotmeter V was used by Ansel Adams when he was developing the zone metering system. His fame from his landscapes of Yosemite National Park has cause generations of photographers to search out this light meter.

Nikon N65 Camera Review - Your Next Nikon Camera? (Nikon F65)

The Nikon N65 represents the tail end of 35mm film cameras before the transition to digital. That’s an advantage if you’re looking for a camera with autofocus and all the other bells and whistles. The camera was also sold as the Nikon F65.

Nikon PB-6 Bellows: Great for Macro Photography

The Nikon bellows PB-6 is the last bellows that was made by Nikon.

Asahi Pentax Digital Spotmeter - Vintage Exposure Meters

The Asahi Pentax Digital Spotmeter has remained a popular choice since Ansel Adams popularized them with his zone system. He also used the previous analog meter that was replaced by the Digital Spotmeter, the Pentax Spotmeter V.

Great Affordable Canon F-1 Camera Lenses

The F-1 is an amazing 35mm film camera.

If you don’t own a lens or want a different lens, this page will discuss the top 5 lenses to use with your F-1 camera.

The 5 Best Canon A-1 Camera Lenses

The A-1 is an excellent analog camera.

This article will discuss the top 5 lenses to use on the A-1 camera.

The 5 Best Canon T70 Camera Lenses

The T70 is a superb analog camera.

This post will talk about the top 5 lenses to use with the T70 camera.

The 5 Best Canon T80 Camera Lenses

The T80 is a great camera.

If you don’t have a lens or desire a new lens, this page will talk about the top 5 lenses to use with your T80 camera.

Canon EOS Rebel / Rebel S 35mm Film SLR

Introduced in 1990, the Canon EOS Rebel is the first camera to have the Rebel branding. The Canon EOS Rebel S is the same camera, but with a built in flash.

Canon EOS Rebel XS Film Camera

There is a Canon EOS Rebel XS 35mm film SLR and digital DSLR with the same name. This is about the 35mm film camera released in 1993 and known as the EOS 500 in Europe and EOS Kiss in Japan.

M42 to Nikon F-Mount Adapter

If you want to adapt an M42 lens to Nikon be careful. With an F-mount camera, you can potentially cause damage with some M42 screw mount lenses.

All of the Problems with the Sony A7

Glaringly obvious problems exist with the Sony A7. Reading reviews from when the camera was released 5 years ago don’t mention any of the problems.

Nikon 28mm f/2.8 Series E Lens Review

The Nikon 28mm f/2.8 Series E lens is the widest of all the Series E lenses. Introduced as a budget lens, it still fills that role today. It has an AI-S mount so it will work on most Nikon cameras.

Nikon 50mm f/1.8 Series E Pancake Lens Review

The Nikon 50mm f/1.8 Series E has remained a popular lens for more than 40 years. It was originally designed as a budget lens, but became popular with professionals.

Inexpensive Motorized Focus Stacking Rail - WeMacro Rail Review

If you want macro images with a greater depth of field, you’re going to have to focus stack. Manually doing the process takes a long time.

Tamron SP Di 90mm f/2.8 Macro AF Lens Review

Used copies of the Tamron SP Di 90mm f/2.8 Macro lens have the best price/performance. The lens is sharp from f/5.6-f/11 with no chromatic aberration. Weighing 418g (14.7oz), the lens is the lightest macro lens I have reviewed in the 90-105mm focal length range. Working distance is comparable to 105mm lenses because the front element is recessed.