Pancake Lens

As a minimalist (read, "simpleton"), there's something that appeals to me about prime lenses. Unfortunately, the other side of being a minimalist (read, "cheapskate") means that I tend to avoid using gear that doesn't offer flexibility. When I randomly treated myself to Canon's budget, plastic 40mm f/2.8 pancake, little did I realize how much joy it would bring me. My kit is

If you’re looking for a versatile yet inexpensive lens that gives great image quality then a pancake lens is a great option to consider.

The concept of the pancake lens has interested me for a while now, so when Canon announced its 40mm pancake lens I bought one. So far it has proved a useful addition to my lens collection. But what exactly is a pancake lens? Is the lens as good in practice as I hoped? Here are […]

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They seem to have gotten a boost in popularity. What is a pancake lens and is one of these unique lenses right for you? Helpful guide to short, lightweight lenses.

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