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Hunt’s Expo Seminars: Understanding the Optics In Your Lenses with SIGMA

May 8 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Class Summary

Date & Time:

May 8 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Location:
Hunt's Photo, Melrose
Featuring:
The fundamentals of lens design, explain the differences between common types of lenses.
Co/Guest Instructor:
SIGMA Tech Rep Jake Panzer
Important Notes:
This is a free class, but registration is encouraged.
Have you ever wondered what differentiates one type of lens from another, or how to better read the specifications of an optical design? In this informative course, Sigma Tech Rep Jake will walk you through some of the fundamentals of lens design, explain the differences between common types of lenses. You’ll leave with a better understanding of why there are so many variations in the world of optics, and you’ll be better equipped to navigate the many options available.

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