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do aps-c cameras benefit from f2.8 OR will f5.6 2 extra iso stops suffice

Started Mar 6, 2012 | Discussions thread
Y0GI Veteran Member • Posts: 5,257
Re: do aps-c cameras benefit from f2.8 OR will f5.6 2 extra iso stops suffice

Ear Mountain wrote:

All cameras will benefit from an f 2.8 lens in all those situations where f 2.8 is desireable.

Examples are:
1. When narrow depth of field is desired.
2. When more light into the sensor is desired.
3. When high shutter speeds are desired.

One has to keep in mind the relationships between depth of field, f stop, shutter speed, iOS, etc.

Also lenses that can achieve f 2.8 are often far superior to those lenses that open no mo than f 5.6.

Also, most Canon EOS cameras focus more accurately with lenses of f/2.8 or wider aperture.
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