crop factor in photography
This Film Crop Trick Acts Like a Telephoto Lens That Fits EVERY 35mm Camera
Jun 24, 2026
David Prochnow
Borrowing a trick from the crop sensor digital camera playbook, this simple project enables you to “act” like you’ve got a telephoto lens installed on…
46 Years Later, Yashica FX-D Makes a Killer Come Back as a Mirrorless Wunderkind
Jun 10, 2026
David Prochnow
In the 1990s, when Yashica faded to black, it looked like another film camera maker had lost the battle trying to stem the digital tide….
Full-Frame Vignette or Full-Frame Crop: Which Is Better?
Jan 8, 2026
David Prochnow
Few debates in photography are as quietly dramatic as the showdown between the full-frame vignette Hatfields and the full-frame crop McCoys. It’s the kind of…
What Is Crop Factor and Why It Matters
Dec 23, 2025
Darlene Lleno
Crop factor in photography shows how much smaller your camera sensor is versus 35mm film, affecting your lens view and reach. Understanding this multiplier helps you pick the right lenses and work smarter with your camera’s strengths.