Adorama | Beginner's Guide to Variable Aperture Lenses | Ask David Bergman @Adorama | Uploaded July 2024 | Updated October 2024, 6 days ago.
Today's question from Aditya S. is, "I have a Nikon 18-55mm DX lens that has 3.5-5.6 inscribed on it. The max aperture seems to be 3.5 at 18mm and 5.6 at 55mm. Why is that and how does this work? Thank you!"

Exposure Triangle Videos:
Shutter Speed - youtu.be/QvksIW2LRSM
Aperture - youtu.be/zAQMckzogvE
ISO - youtu.be/38A8y1Bavq0

You might also be wondering: "What is the point in variable aperture lenses?" "What is a variable aperture lens?" - David answers those questions in this video!

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Canon Explorer of Light David Bergman is a NYC-based tour photographer and educator with more than 30 years of experience. Currently the official tour photographer for Luke Combs, he has also traveled the world with artists including Bon Jovi, Barenaked Ladies, and Sarah McLachlan. As a sports photographer, he covered numerous Olympics, Super Bowls, and World Series games and has 13 Sports Illustrated covers to his credit. A passionate public speaker and photo educator, Bergman produces the bi-weekly show "Ask David Bergman" on the Adorama YouTube channel and hosts his unique "Shoot From the Pit" live concert photography workshops.

Timestamps and Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:31 Italy Trip Announcement
00:57 Aditya’s Question
01:29 Understanding Aperture
02:09 Prime vs. Zoom Lenses
03:33 Fixed vs. Variable Aperture Lenses
03:58 Examples of Canon 24-105mm Variable Aperture Lenses
05:04 What are the advantages of variable aperture lenses?
05:29 Dealing with Changing Aperture
05:47 Automatic Exposure Mode
06:13 Manual Exposure Adjustment
07:18 Canon Camera Settings for Same Exposure for New Aperture
08:34 Conclusion
08:51 Outro

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Canon R3 Mirrorless Camera Body
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Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Digital Camera Body
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✘ PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT USED:

Canon EOS R Mirrorless Full Frame Digital Camera Body
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Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Lens
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CLAR Illumi Max 500 High Power 5600K LED Light
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Glow EZ Lock Octa Quick XL Softbox With Bowens Mount (48")
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