Discover the different types of lenses available — what they do, how they shape perspective, and how to use them for everything from crisp, deep-focus landscapes to beautifully blurred portraits. Learn how to choose the right type of lenses to tell your story.
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To take better photos, it helps to deepen your knowledge about lenses, how they work, and what they can do. Read these articles to find out more about different lenses and their characteristics, and about key lens-related techniques and concepts such as bokeh, deep focusing, and perspective.
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An affordable and fast f/1.2 prime lens that creates distinctive images.
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An introduction to different types of lenses and their effects.
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Learn more about lenses so you can choose a better second lens.
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Explore the differences and how they make your picture different.
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How much do you really know about zoom lenses?
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Learn why so many people love prime lenses!
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Learn how to get a nice blurry background!
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Learn ways to get an image sharp from the foreground to the background.
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Learn how to use visual perspective to create more impactful images.
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Learn about the unique characteristics of wide-angle lenses.
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Learn more about these versatile types of lenses!
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Telephoto lenses do more than zoom in on faraway objects!
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Large aperture lenses are also known as "bright" or "fast" lenses. Learn why photographers love them.