Unlike a Zoom lens, prime lens are fixed at a focal length so do not zoom. It’s really as simple as that!
So why use a prime lens?
Creativity
I truly believe that prime lenses force photographers to be
more creative. The problem with a Zoom lens is that is allows the photographer
to be lazy and learn little about focal length and perspective. Remember photography
is an art! Shortcuts just stop us exploring our creativity and learning new
skills. A fixed focal length means you
actually have to move your camera to frame your subject and because of this it also
encourages the photographer to look at the world from new angles. This along
with aperture (that I talk about in a minute) encourages and photographer to introduce
the idea of depth into an image.
Bang for your buck
Nikon 50mm f/1.8 |
Let’s put this into perspective
A cheap, standard 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens at 50mm has an aperture of about f/5.0 and costs around £150.
A more professional lens for example a Nikon 17-35mm f/2.8 can cost around £1000.
In contrast I got my first professional prime lens, the Nikon 50mm f/1.8 for just £95.
What I think
Don’t think that the contrast in price makes the prime
lenses anything less on a good professional choice. Prime lenses are an amazing
option for anyone looking to produce better professional work. I believe professional,
affordable, fast lenses like this are a vital part of my kit. I would recommend
to everyone with a DSLR to invest in a prime lens. Canon EF 50 mm f/1.8 II Lens
Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Lens
AlexAndrews
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