Questions tagged “handling”

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Is it safe to carry a DSLR by a top handle mounted in the hot shoe?

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6y ago

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Can briefly lifting a camera by the body damage the lens mount with a heavy telephoto attached?

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8y ago

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How can I spot fingerprints on film negatives without damaging them?

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8y ago

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Can a heavy lens damage the mount on a Canon 200D?

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9y ago

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What does a lens tripod collar do, and do collar-equipped lenses have to be used on a tripod?

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9y ago

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Can carrying a zoom lens fully extended cause damage?

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10y ago

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How should I store developed film long term, and which side should I avoid touching?

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10y ago

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Can a heavy lens damage my Nikon D5100's lens mount?

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11y ago

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Is it safe to carry a heavy telephoto lens by the camera strap?

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12y ago

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Do camera makers publish torque or load limits for lens mounts?

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12y ago

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What does a soft shutter release button do, and does it affect half-press focusing?

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12y ago

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How can I stop a circular polarizing filter from loosening when I rotate it?

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13y ago

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How can I improve grip on a small camera if a battery grip isn’t available?

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13y ago

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What are the pros and cons of a standard camera strap, and what alternatives are there?

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14y ago

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Is a battery grip worth it for a Canon 600D, and should I choose Canon or third-party?

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14y ago

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Why are push-pull zoom lenses uncommon compared with twist zooms?

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15y ago

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How do the Canon 5D Mark II and Nikon D700 compare for handling, especially coming from a Rebel XSi/450D?

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15y ago

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Can quick recomposing damage a Canon IS lens?

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15y ago

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Is there a maximum safe lens weight for a DSLR camera body?

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16y ago