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Forget full-frame as the holy grail

Forget full-frame as the holy grail

| Nando Harmsen | 4,213 views | 20 comments

The full-frame format still seems like the holy grail to many people. Only when they have a full-frame camera in their hands has the goal been achieved. But what was the goal really? A camera? Or taking beautiful photos?

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The right way to learn from a book or video

The right way to learn from a book or video

| Nando Harmsen | 1,431 views | 5 comments

The amount of learning material has increased exponentially with the internet. You are almost overwhelmed by instructional videos and articles. So much so that you could spend all your time on them. The question is, do you actually learn anything from them?

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DSLR lenses are still perfect

DSLR lenses are still perfect

| Nando Harmsen | 1,826 views | 15 comments

Switching from a DSLR to mirrorless also means getting a different lens mount. Instead of buying new lenses with that mount, you can still use your old ones. Most of the time, that is not a bad idea at all.

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What is your favourite lens?

What is your favourite lens?

| Nando Harmsen | 2,125 views | 31 comments

A camera needs a lens. Without one, no image can reach the sensor. Some cameras have a lens built in, while with others you have to choose and buy one. Which lens is your favourite?

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Do something crazy, buy a Helios 44

Do something crazy, buy a Helios 44

| Nando Harmsen | 2,442 views | 2 comments

Would you like to photograph more creatively? A Helios 44 lens might be just the thing for you. But take care when choosing this old Russian lens. They come in many varieties.

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Camera Bags and Inserts

Camera Bags and Inserts

| Nando Harmsen | 3,209 views | 12 comments

More and more camera bags use inserts. These are modules that you put in the bag to make it usable. You do have to buy them separately. The idea is not actually that bad.

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Fujifilm GFX 100S II or Hasselblad X2D II 100C: Which would you buy?

Fujifilm GFX 100S II or Hasselblad X2D II 100C: Which would you buy?

| Elja Trum | 3,604 views | 9 comments

Medium-format cameras are expensive, but they also offer stunning image quality. Hasselblad launched its latest model last week. A good moment to compare both cameras. Which would you buy?

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Persistent Myths in Photography

Persistent Myths in Photography

| Nando Harmsen | 8,989 views | 42 comments

There are a number of persistent myths doing the rounds in the world of photography. Many people consider them to be true and keep them alive as a result. In this article, I mention a few and explain why they are not correct.

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Would you like to take better photos and keep up with what is happening in photography? Photofacts publishes articles that teach you something about photography — from a product announcement to a practical shooting tip or a look at a website. Photofacts covers photography every day and is a hobby project of Elja Trum's that got out of hand. The articles are written by a team of volunteer authors. If you would enjoy writing one or more articles for Photofacts, do get in touch.More about Photofacts

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