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UV Filters - Cover
UV Filters - Cover

UV Filters in Photography

The role of UV filters in photography often sparks debate among photographers. Originally, UV filters were essential for film photography. Their primary purpose was to block ultraviolet light, which could cause haziness or blueish tints in photos, especially in high-altitude and maritime settings. Modern digital sensors do not suffer from UV sensitivity in the same way. This shift leads to a reassessment of UV filters' utility in contemporary photography.

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Aperture blades, Further notes II°
Aperture blades, Further notes II°

Lens blades, further notes

Returning to my previous post of May 12, 2024 - I'd like to add some further notes that I consider useful and interesting. The blades of the photographic lens are in my opinion a very important component of a photographic lens.

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Aperture blades, Light control

Lens blades, Light Control

Photographic lens blades, also known as aperture blades or diaphragm blades, are crucial components of camera lenses responsible for controlling the amount of light that passes through the lens to the camera's sensor or film. These blades form an adjustable opening called the aperture, which regulates the exposure and depth of field in a photograph.

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