A Very Handy Visual App

Fletcher8
Posted 13/06/2014 - 08:35 Link
I have been developing my knowledge and understanding of front and rear focal planes and have found various charts that one can use, but I came across this app which I think is very handy as it provides a visual interpretation.

Lens•Lab is a virtual lens simulation tool for photographers of all skill levels. It graphically illustrates how depth of field and field of view relate to your SLR camera and lenses.

If you own a Mac you can download it for free. The app is available for the iPad, iPhone and is also available for android as well.

I just thought other people might be interested!

https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/lens-lab/id431559363?mt=8

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jeffmenter.lenslab

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walkeja
Posted 13/06/2014 - 10:05 Link
What use are these to the majority of people who have not got a so called "smart phone"?
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johnriley
Posted 13/06/2014 - 10:08 Link
Maybe no use walkeja, but a lot of use to those who have.

I don't know what percentage of the population now use smart phones, but certainly amongst my friends and family almost everyone.
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Fletcher8
Posted 13/06/2014 - 10:09 Link
I guess no use at all. But people may have some kind of tablet?

You can't please all of the people all the time, but its better to try than not bother at all.
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RussV
Posted 13/06/2014 - 10:21 Link
I rarely see someone using a regular phone on the bus or train.
walkeja
Posted 13/06/2014 - 10:34 Link
That rattled a few cages!
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Edited by walkeja: 13/06/2014 - 10:35
cabstar
Posted 13/06/2014 - 11:34 Link
Why would a photographer not have a smartphone? A camera thats always with you seems no brainer to me
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Smeggypants
Posted 13/06/2014 - 20:35 Link
cabstar wrote:
Why would a photographer not have a smartphone? A camera thats always with you seems no brainer to me
Indeed, but Smartphone and Apple aren't mutually inclusive. thankfully
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Northgrain
Posted 13/06/2014 - 20:48 - Helpful Comment Link
Had a look, and its a really interesting visual representation. Thanks for posting Gareth.. I am going to find this useful.
Stuey
Posted 13/06/2014 - 22:07 Link
If I buy a smart phone will I still be an idiot:
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