Which lens would you use for a shorter focal length?

wide-angle lenses
Shorter focal length lenses are called wide-angle lenses because they allow you to get a wider field of view in one image. Lenses with long focal lengths are called telephoto lenses, and have a smaller field of view.

What lenses should I have for DSLR?

The Only Five Lenses You Need to Own

• A Normal Prime Lens (50mm)
• A Telephoto Prime Lens (85mm, 100mm, 135mm)
• A Telephoto Zoom Lens (70–200mm, 100–400mm)
• A Wide Angle Zoom (16–35mm, 12–24mm)

What is a 24 70mm lens good for?

A lens that offers diversity and functionality, its range makes the 24-70mm lens a remarkable companion for a vast array of photo shoots. From wide captures to close-up portraits, and everything in between, this lens is one that many photographers jump for immediately.

What is the aperture of a DSLR lens?

The aperture of DSLR lenses is commonly described as a focal ratio, or f-number. This is the ratio between the focal length of the lens over the diameter of the opening in the lens. So as the opening gets bigger on larger aperture lenses, the f-number gets smaller.

What is the best lightweight lens for You?

A good example is the Nikon 58mm f/1.4 (reviewed here) – a lens with sub-par performance on paper, but one that provides a unique quality in real-world usage is lightweight and offers a versatile focal length. (See: what does the focal length of a lens mean?)

What is the best focal length for astronomy photography?

The 50mm is a useful focal length for framing up a particular constellation like Orion, above. While the Rokinon 14mm lens is perfect for shooting the Milky Way. Both lenses can produce sharp results and impressive images when the correct settings and techniques are used. The Canon EF 24-105mm F/4 lens has also been useful for certain projects.

What is the best wide field lens for night photography?

Wide-field nightscapes are a lot of fun – and can be just as rewarding as a deep sky image. The SkyTracker taps out after the weight of a DSLR camera and modest size lens. This lens is about $150 brand new, is virtually weightless, and is useful focal length for wide field imaging on certain targets.