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MTF and Variation: An Example

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We’ve spent most of the last month establishing a database of MTF curves and expected copy-to-copy variation for a number of lenses. Most people have a general idea about what we’re doing, can follow along the basics of MTF curves, etc. But many other people also have a very good question, “How much of a […]

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Come see us at Photoshop World!

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  Are you headed to Las Vegas for Photoshop World next week? Come see us in booth #703!We will be there August 11-13 showing off gear, answering questions, and giving away an iPad Air and Lensrentals gift certificates!To visit the expo for free, just simply print out this expo pass and show it at the door!

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Quick MTF of the Tokina 24-70 f/2.8 PRO Fx

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Courtesy Tokina, USA Tokina is releasing a new competitor in the 24-70mm f/2.8 standard zoom lens group. It’s a reasonably sized lens, having an 82mm diameter front ring, measuring 4.25 inches long, and weighing 2.2 pounds. That’s just a bit smaller and lighter than the Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 VC USD or Canon 24-70mm f/2.8 Mk […]

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A Quick Look at the New Sigma 24-35 f/2 Art

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Image Courtesy Sigma USA   I generally do MTF testing on multiple copies of a given lens so that I can present the averages, look at sample variation, and stuff like that. I’m always aware that looking at any single copy of a lens, especially a zoom lens, gives only a limited prediction of how […]

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