{"id":2361,"date":"2019-02-01T16:09:14","date_gmt":"2019-02-02T00:09:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/warealestatephotos.com\/?p=1859"},"modified":"2020-11-16T02:28:16","modified_gmt":"2020-11-16T02:28:16","slug":"why-you-need-to-carry-a-wide-angle-lens-and-a-zoom-lens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wremedia.com\/why-you-need-to-carry-a-wide-angle-lens-and-a-zoom-lens\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Need to Carry a Wide Angle Lens and a Zoom Lens"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Photographers tend to carry what feels like a metric ton of gear. Whether we\u2019re carrying <\/span>equipment to shoot in bad weather<\/span><\/a> or different pairs of shoes, we\u2019re always prepared for a variety of situations and shots.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our heavy packs often mean we leave a lot of gear behind at our offices and studios, however. While it\u2019s always necessary to leave <\/span>some<\/span><\/i> of our equipment behind, there are two items photographers should always carry: a wide-angle lens and a zoom lens.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Benefits of a Wide-Angle Lens<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wide-angle and ultra-wide angle lenses are an important piece of gear for landscape, architectural, real estate, and still-life photographers. They \u201c<\/span>add depth and drama<\/span><\/a>\u201d to a shot and can more easily add background context to a photo.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wide-angle lenses offer a short focus distance, which allows a photographer to capture the subject of a photo without ignoring the background.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using a wide-angle lens allows you to capture an entire shot (like a room or building). This is particularly useful in confined spaces, such as those you\u2019d find when photographing real estate.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The <\/span>edges of a photo can become distorted<\/span><\/a> when shooting a wider shot. Though such distortion isn\u2019t always desired, the effect on a shot\u2019s edges can make for some interesting and exaggerated perspectives.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Benefits of a Zoom Lens<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Zoom lenses bring distant subjects closer. A zoom lens uses variable focal lengths that grant photographers the ability to transition from wide-angle to standard to telephoto focal lengths all in one lens.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s best to use a zoom lens for \u201caction\u201d shots of physical activities, like sports or wildlife photography. A zoom lens is also ideal for event photography where it\u2019s important to focus on the subject of your photo, as at a wedding.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Photographers Need Both a Wide-Angle and Zoom Lens<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With all the gear in your bag, why do I recommend photographers carry a wide-angle lens <\/span>and<\/span><\/i> a zoom lens?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both types of lenses fulfill a specific purpose and can help you more effectively take a photo. Using a wide angle lens means you can capture an entire scene \u2014 a wide shot. But to truly capture a specific subject within that scene, you\u2019ll be better served with a zoom lens.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each lens treats the subject, foreground, and background differently, leading to a change in perspective. A wide-angle lens <\/span>distorts the foreground and subject<\/span><\/a>. A zoom lens brings the subject and background closer together.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carrying Both Lenses is a Boon to Your Photography<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A photographer will only be helped by having a wide-angle and a zoom lens available on shoots. Each lens is ideal for shooting a certain type of photo, so experiment, compare, and contrast during a shoot. Strive to get a feel for which lens you should use when, and up your photography game by having both lenses available to you whenever the need arises for one or the other.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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