Why an APS-C Lens Might Be the Right Choice for Your Full Frame Camera

I often see questions on forums about the focal length of lenses and how they work on cameras of various sensor sizes. Is a 35mm lens really 50mm on an APS-C camera? No, it’s still 35mm, but the field of view (FOV) is narrower on the APS-C camera because the sensor is narrower. [Read More]

Mar 5, 2025 - 21:18
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Why an APS-C Lens Might Be the Right Choice for Your Full Frame Camera

A Sony Alpha 7R camera with a visible E-mount sensor. The camera body is black with textured grip on the left side and control dials on top. The brand logo is shown on the viewfinder area in white.

I often see questions on forums about the focal length of lenses and how they work on cameras of various sensor sizes. Is a 35mm lens really 50mm on an APS-C camera? No, it’s still 35mm, but the field of view (FOV) is narrower on the APS-C camera because the sensor is narrower.

[Read More]