12 Nov 2009
Photo of the Day – Testing a New Lens
Arizona Photography, Phoenix Area Photography, Photo of the Day 2 Comments
Arizona Grand Resort – Phoenix, AZ f/2 – 1/13 sec – ISO 100 – Focal Length 50 mm
I am not posting this photograph because I think it is an exceptional image. I bought a new (to me) lens last night and was testing it out on the fountain at the Arizona Grand Resort. The lens is a Minolta which although no longer made were high quality and work with the new Sony DSLR cameras. It is a 50 mm prime (fixed) focal length with a minimum aperture of 1.7. This photograph was taken at f/2.0 with an ISO of only 100 and was hand held. I am anxious to see what I can do with the ISO pushed up a bit and a tripod. A good lens can make all the difference.
Matt
on November 12 2009
What shutter speed was this taken at? Where’d you find this lens?
admin
on November 12 2009
The shutter speed was 1/13 second. It is a used lens (but in excellent condition) and was found on craigslist.