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Nikon F-Mount Lens & Camera Compatibility

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

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The Pentax K-Mount: History & Compatibility

The Pentax K-Mount: History & Compatibility

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

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Everything You Need to Know About The Pentax K1000

Everything You Need to Know About The Pentax K1000

The Pentax K1000 has been a top recommendation for film students since it was released in 1976. More than 3 million were made before the K1000 was discontinued in 1997.

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Fun & Affordable Nikon D3200 Lenses

Fun & Affordable Nikon D3200 Lenses

The Nikon D3200 uses F-mount lenses.

Nikon AF-S DX lenses are fully compatible.

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What is Flange Focal Distance?

What is Flange Focal Distance?

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

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The M42 Mount - History, Cameras, and Adapting Lenses

The M42 Mount - History, Cameras, and Adapting Lenses

The M42 screw mount dates back to the late 1940s.

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

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.

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Cheap Fun Canon Rebel XS Lenses

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.

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Budget Friendly Canon Rebel T1i Lenses for Photography & Video

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.

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How to Load Film Nikon N70 F70

How to Load Film Nikon N70 F70

The N70 (F70) uses 35mm film.

It needs two CR123A batteries to operate.

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