Prime lenses

Fixed focal length doesn’t mean limited uses, here’s how a prime lens can be the best option for supreme scenic shots

With their fixed focal length and often lack of fancy Vibration Reduction or image stabilization systems, it’s all too easy to overlook the advantages and benefits of shooting with a prime lens, compared to the versatility and convenience of a zoom. Despite their simplicity, prime lenses can be a great addition to your landscape lens arsenal. These fixed focal length lenses come in a huge range of focal lengths, from extreme wide-angle fisheye lenses to extreme telephotos. Here we will concentrate on the more ‘normal’ focal lengths for landscapes, from wide-angle to moderate telephoto. The majority of prime lenses offer wider maximum apertures than zooms that cover a similar focal length, and can also be smaller and lighter. There are also wide-angle prime lenses available that offer focal lengths and options…

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N-photo: The Nikon (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 2019

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