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Lenses are getting bigger as the resolution increases.

Started Oct 12, 2016 | Questions thread
SkySpades Regular Member • Posts: 228
Re: Lenses are getting bigger as the resolution increases.
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It's a lot more than just resolution.

Canon lenses are made to work with a DSLR and have to sit further from the sensor.  Canon lenses also need room for AF modules and other electronics Leica M lenses don't have.

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Nikon D500 Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD Tamron 15-30mm F2.8 Nikon 200-500mm F5.6E ED VR Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 DC HSM Art
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