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How to choose your first camera lens

Give your first lens a clear job. Check what fits your camera, what you want to photograph and what your current lens already does.

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How to choose the direction of light for a portrait

Watch the shadows on the face before you choose a spot. Compare three light directions and learn what to check in each.

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A larger budget gives you more choices. Compare two camera kits by the subjects you want to photograph and the lens range you need.

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Start with the brightness of your subject, then check bright detail and the white point. Compare each control on the same photo.

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Start with a camera and a lens you can learn with. Compare two compact kits and decide which features matter for your photos.

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Compare what changes when you switch lenses, then move the camera. Two short tests help you see the difference.