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DSLR for Beginners - Camera Lenses by Sam Martin
Have you ever wondered what would be the best lens for your DSLR camera? As with most questions like this, the answer depends on your skill level and what you like to shoot. For most people starting out in photography, a standard kit lens would be perfectly sufficient to take high quality photos. Spending time learning photography is typically a better investment for beginners. A skilled photographer can take breathtaking photos with even the most basic camera lens.
So when should you start thinking about upgrading from an entry level lens? As your skills advance, you may find that the lens is limiting you from taking the kind of shots that you want to take. This is when you should start looking for a new lens. Below are 5 situations that will tax most entry level lenses.
1. Low Light
If you take photos under low light conditions, you will want to upgrade your lens to one that has a wide maximum aperture (f2.8 or larger). This will allow you to use higher shutter speeds without needing a tripod. Having the wide aperture can make the difference between capturing the shot and capturing a blurred image.
2. Shallow Depth of Field
If you take lots of photos where you want to blur the background and only have the subject in focus, you will want to upgrade to a wide aperture lens. A large aperture is needed to achieve this type of effect. Photographers that specialize in this type of photography often have an entire arsenal of lenses that range from f1.2 to f2.8.
3. Harsh Environment
Professional grade lenses are designed to function under a wide range of conditions and take a lot more abuse than a standard lens. If you
