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Are you often wondering which lens to choose for your daily photography? The choice between 28mm and 35mm is particularly important for those capturing street or travel photos.
This guide will introduce the features and uses of each lens, helping you determine which suits you best.
The Potential of 28mm for Capturing Subjects from Multiple Angles
The greatest appeal of the 28mm lens is its wide angle of view. It allows you to capture a broad range, making it ideal for photographing landscapes, architecture, and bustling cityscapes, creating photos with a strong sense of story by utilizing the background and environment.
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Additionally, by getting closer to the subject, you can emphasize dynamism and create compositions with a deep sense of depth. However, the wide-angle distortion may be pronounced, requiring creative composition.
Shooting Ideas
- Capture photos in a bustling market focusing on 'people's interactions' while including the background.
- Boldly frame 'the horizon to the foreground flowers' in a natural landscape.
The Charm of 35mm for Highlighting the Subject
The 35mm lens is known for its angle of view being close to 'human vision', providing natural depiction. It effectively highlights the subject while moderately suppressing the background, making it ideal for portraits or scenes where you want to focus on a specific subject.
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Moreover, it has less distortion than wide-angle lenses, making it easier to achieve organized compositions, which is recommended for beginners.
Shooting Ideas
- Photograph 'the smiles of locals' you meet on your travels, adding a story by blurring the background.
- Create simple and impactful compositions with street art or signs as the main subject.
Which to Choose? Consider the Scene
The 28mm lens is suited for capturing the overall atmosphere and story of a scene, excelling in dynamic street photography and landscape shots. On the other hand, the 35mm lens shines when you need to clearly define the subject and focus.
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Both 28mm and 35mm lenses offer unique perspectives. By considering whether to 'show the whole' or 'highlight a specific subject', you can enjoy more creative expression in your photography.
