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How to Choose the Right Lens for Your Camera

Even experienced photographers can struggle to choose what camera lens best suits their purposes, so for new photographers or those who are interested in taking pictures as a hobby, the choices can be overwhelming. Luckily for you, this guide breaks down the array of lenses you might encounter and will hopefully give you a better idea of which suits your purpose.

Have a browse around Camera Exchange Store to see a wide range of lenses, suitable for both novices and professionals.

Getting Started

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Most basic SLR (single lens reflex) cameras come with lenses to serve a variety of purposes, so it’s worth considering a deal like this if you’re new to photography and want to get set up straight out the box, without buying lots of extras. If you want to take your photography to the next level, a good zoom lens is an excellent investment and will allow you to take photos from greater distances, perfect for those close up nature shots and detailed photography. A lens with a high focal length will allow you to take up close shots while a lower focal lens will allow you to take wider shots. Always remember to check if the lens is suitable for your camera type before you buy, as purchasing the wrong one could be an expensive mistake to make.

Perfecting your Art

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Once you’ve mastered the basics, you should think about investing in another lens’ such as a prime, macro or wide angle lens’. A macro lens allows you to take close up shots, particularly good for wildlife photographers. A prime lens has a fixed focal length unlike a zoom lens, so better quality pictures can be achieved with this type. A wide angle lens does exactly what it says on the tin and captures wide shots. This type of lens is very popular in landscape photography and can help you capture that beautiful sunset over majestic mountains to put on your living room wall.

All of these lenses will allow you to achieve different photographic effects and take brilliant pictures in any situation. For further advice get in touch with our friendly and well trained advisers here at Camera Exchange Store, who will be more than happy to help.

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