Not every picture is the same and each picture is made different by the type of picture it is, that is full length, portrait and so on. To be able to take good portrait pictures there is a certain type of lens that you have to use to get the image right. In the paragraphs that follow I will talk about some points to consider when shooting a portrait picture.

In choosing a lens for a portrait you must take into account the prevailing conditions of the environment that you want to take the photo in. Light, wind etc. You need think about the focal length. The focal length is affected by the size of the film you are using. From personal observation I have noticed that a portrait with 35mm film camera is best taken with a 105m lens and an 80mm requires a 160mm lens. You can see then how the size of the film has an effect on the lens that you choose and the eventual picture that you take.

If you ever find that these adjustments in focal length are complicated, you can always consult with a professional. It is one of those things that is better explained in a practical set up than a theoretical one like this one.

The view of a picture is dependant on how near you are to the subject and not the size of the lens. Basically the size of the lens will not affect the view it will stay the same. What will be different is the number of things that will appear in each image that is the scope. Of course assuming everything else remains constant and only the focal length changes.

Like I said before to fully appreciate the effect a lens has on a portrait picture would be best understood in a practical set up by experimenting with different size lens until you have grasped the concept well.You will be able to find some great DSLR cameras and lenses at any one of these:

  1. Consumer Rating Digital Slr Cameras
  2. Lowepro Dslr Camera Bags
  3. How Dslr Lens Works
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