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Lensbaby Fisheye and Soft Focus optics: Quick Look

Blog TechTock - by Jack Howard, December 8, 2009

The two newest members of the Lensbaby Optic swap tribe bring new elements to the Lensbaby experience and are a cool way for photographers to experiment with new techniques in a relatively economical Read more

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How to create a toy camera look, digitally

Get the Holga/Diana look in digital cameras and your digital darkroom

ArticleDigital Darkroom/Printing Techniques and How-Tos - by Joe Farace, May 7, 2007

The Holga camera was first made in Hong Kong in 1982 and uses 120 roll film because that was the most widely available film in China at the time. It’s name, disputed by some, purportedly comes from the Chinese phrase ho gwong meaning “very bright.”

BUYING GUIDE: Filter FAQ

Frequently-asked questions about choosing and handling filters

ArticleLenses and Filters Gear Guides & Reviews - by Jason Schneider, January 19, 2006

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We answer seven important questions about filters.

BUYING GUIDE: Optical Filters

You could do some of these effects in Photoshop--but why wait when you can get it done in your camera?

ArticleLenses and Filters Gear Guides & Reviews - by Jason Schneider, January 19, 2006

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Perhaps the single greatest thing about optical filters--those transparent, usually round, usually glass light modifiers that screw onto your lens--is that they allow you to add creative effects easily at the moment of exposure.

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Lensbaby Fisheye and Soft Focus optics: Quick Look

How to create a toy camera look, digitally

BUYING GUIDE: Filter FAQ

BUYING GUIDE: Optical Filters

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