{"id":65251,"date":"2020-09-03T15:41:33","date_gmt":"2020-09-03T19:41:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/?p=65251"},"modified":"2020-09-03T16:45:07","modified_gmt":"2020-09-03T20:45:07","slug":"a-complete-guide-to-prime-lenses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/a-complete-guide-to-prime-lenses\/","title":{"rendered":"A Complete Guide to Prime Lenses"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photographers rely on specific <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/l\/Photography\/Lenses\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">camera lens<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> types to create a distinct visual style that suits their workflow. Prime lenses have a few qualities that put them at the top of many gear lists. This quick guide will get you up to speed on primes and all of their ins and outs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is a Prime Lens?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prime lenses have fixed focal lengths, which means they can\u2019t zoom. They also have a reputation for superior sharpness, lighter weight, and higher overall image quality than their zoom-equipped counterparts. As the technology advances, the gap in quality is narrowing, but there are certain features native to prime lenses that make them the perfect choice for many photogs.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_65254\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-65254\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-65254\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/prime-lens-background.jpg\" alt=\"prime lenses\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/prime-lens-background.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/prime-lens-background-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/prime-lens-background-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-65254\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@asoggetti?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">asoggetti<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits of Prime Lenses<\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wide Aperture<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primes can open up as wide as f\/0.95, allowing for a shallow depth of field that separates a subject from the background and introduces pleasing blur. Wide apertures also let in more light, and they allow photographers to work more easily in dim environments.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fast Shutter Speed<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A wider aperture results in faster shutter speeds. In practical terms, this lets you freeze motion, even in low light. It also cuts down the amount of camera shake-related blur.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Light Weight (in general)<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because prime lenses have fewer internal components than zoom lenses, they tend to be lighter in the backpack. That\u2019s a great perk for long shooting days or when you\u2019re hiking long distances while carrying lots of gear. While some primes are built like brick houses, those more robust versions are rarer than their lighter counterparts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Price<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prime lenses have a lower average price point than their zooming brethren. That means budget-savvy photographers can get their hands on fast glass without dinging their bank accounts.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharpness<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many shooters tend to think prime lenses are sharper than zoom lenses, and while that may have been true in the past, the gap is rapidly narrowing. Zoom lenses are often sharper in the middle of their focal range, but primes tend to be sharper wide-open. So, if an ultra-blurry background and a tack sharp subject are your ideal, a prime lens with a wide maximum aperture (such as 1.8 and below) could be your best bet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While these benefits may make it sound like choosing a prime lens is a no-brainer, keep a few caveats in mind. Primes are less versatile than zooms as they require photographers to reframe a shot by moving their body rather than by zooming. And if you want to shoot multiple focal lengths, you\u2019ll need multiple lenses, which can mean more weight to carry and more time for lens changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_65253\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-65253\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-65253\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/prime-lenses-camera-strap.jpg\" alt=\"prime lenses\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/prime-lenses-camera-strap.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/prime-lenses-camera-strap-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/prime-lenses-camera-strap-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/prime-lenses-camera-strap-256x256.jpg 256w, https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/prime-lenses-camera-strap-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-65253\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@michsole?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Michael Soledad<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideal Focal Lengths for Genre and Style<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to know which focal length works best for your genre and personal style before investing in a lens.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultra-wide<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below 24mm, ultra-wide angle prime lenses capture wide fields of view. They\u2019re used by architectural, landscape, environmental portrait, and event photographers who need to capture large groups or people in very small spaces. They have significant distortion, so take that into account before you buy.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wide-Normal<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comprising the area between 24mm and 50mm, wide-to-normal angle lenses capture a field of view similar to the human eye. They\u2019re arguably the most versatile lenses and are used by photographers across the board, including street, fashion, landscape, portrait, and wedding photogs.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long to Telephoto<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At 70mm and above, telephoto and long lenses are generally favored by portrait, beauty, wildlife, and sports photographers. They\u2019re known for compression and let you capture subjects at greater distance. They\u2019re also prone to camera shake and are generally heavier than shorter lenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/alc\/17-types-of-photography-which-niche-is-right-for-you\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">style of photography<\/a>&nbsp;you prefer, prime lenses will give photographers clean images with good separation and the ability to work in low light across all genres. Those qualities alone make them a worthwhile investment for most shooters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for a reliable lens to suit your style, don\u2019t miss out on Adorama\u2019s wide selection of all lens types for any budget. We carry lenses built for all your favorite camera brands, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/l\/Photography\/Canon~Cameras\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/l\/Photography\/Sony~Cameras\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sony<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adorama.com\/l\/Photography\/Nikon~Cameras\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nikon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and many others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Feature photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@silvana_carlos?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Silvana Carlos<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/prime-lens?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Photographers rely on specific camera lens types to create a distinct visual style that suits their workflow. 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