Lenses in Photography

Question 1

What is a standard/normal lens?

Answer 1

46° angle, similar to human vision; ideal for balanced shots.

Question 2

Wide-angle lens properties?

Answer 2

Covers large areas; 16–35 mm focal length; angle >46°.

Question 3

Telephoto/Long lens properties?

Answer 3

Close-up; 200–600 mm focal length; angle <46°.

Question 4

Macro lens purpose?

Answer 4

For small objects; focal lengths: 90, 100, 180 mm.

Question 5

Zoom lens advantage?

Answer 5

Flexible focal lengths; large and heavy.

Question 6

Close-up lens filter?

Answer 6

Convex-concave lens (+1, +2, +3 diopters); magnifies by shortening focal length.