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Is a thousand-dollar camera lens worth the price for hobbyists?
With rising living costs and mid-range lenses closing the gap in image quality, hobbyists face a real dilemma between passion and budget. Cast your vote on whether a thousand-dollar lens is a smart investment or an unnecessary splurge.
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