Remote Shutter Release
What is a remote shutter release and how does it work? A remote shutter release is a device used to trigger a camera from a distance. It is used when …
Photography
Memory Card Reader
What is a memory card reader and how does it work? A memory card reader is an electronic device used to access data stored on a digital memory card and …
Gray card
What is a gray card and how does it work? A gray card is exactly what it says on the tin, it is a card and it is gray. Actually, …
Macro bellows
A macro bellows attachment is a device positioned between a lens and a camera body. Its purpose is to increase flange focal distance and achieve higher magnification in macro photography.
Extension tubes
Extension tubes, also known as macro tubes or macro rings, are hollow tubes of varying length that have bayonet or screw thread interfaces. They attached between the camera and the lens to enable close-up focus in macro photography.
Teleconverter
What is a teleconverter? A teleconverter is also referred to as an extender, multiplier or doubler. It is a magnifying secondary lens housed in a tube that has bayonet attachment …
Lens Reversing Ring
A lens reversing ring is also called a macro reverse ring or reverse mount ring. It is a metal ring with a standard filter thread on one side, and a lens mount on the other.
Polarizing Filter
What is a polarizing filter? A polarizing filter, also referred to as a polarizer, is an optical filter that is attached to the front of a camera lens. This kind …