Introduction
Lenses should be carried according to the need and type of photography you do or are interested in. Considering what focal length you need is the first question you should ask yourself before buying any lens. If you’re shooting landscapes or wide-angle shots, it’s best to get a wide-angle lens that lets in more light. If you shoot portraits or photos of subjects close to the camera, you may either need a portrait lens with a larger aperture opening or a best telephoto lens. If you’re shooting wildlife, it’s best to get a super telephoto lens that starts minimum with 200mm and also that lets in more light. Either one is fine, just make sure that you know what kind of lens you’ll need for the intended use before purchasing. What features does the camera have? When choosing a camera, it’s always important to make sure that it has at least some of the features that you’re looking for. Here are some tips that can be kept in mind while you choose the best lenses for wedding photography.
There are many different lenses available for wedding photographers. From wide-angle to macro, and from prime to telephoto, there is a lens for every photographer and every occasion. These lenses will not only help your camera capture more detail, but they will also allow you to get creative with your shots.
If you’ve been struggling with your camera or images recently even after having gained much experience by shooting, it might be time to upgrade your equipment and try something new. Another factor that also enhances/decreases the quality of your photographs is your camera settings: Cameras have a lot of settings that can be adjusted to make your images look the best possible, major things to keep in mind are aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance.
Following are some of the best lenses for wedding photographers:
- Prime Lenses for wedding photography
Prime Lenses for wedding photography: Today’s wedding photographers have a lot to think about. They have to make sure they take the right background, that their camera settings are perfect for capturing the moment, and produce high-quality images that look amazing in every size. All of these tasks can be overwhelming if you’re not careful. A prime lens is a lens with a fixed focal length It is perfect for photographing small groups, as it enables you to shift the focus from one person to another without having to change the camera position. Prime lenses are lightweight and compact, making them easier to carry around and use. Prime lenses are essential for photographers who want to achieve a professional and high-quality image. These lenses allow photographers to capture the perfect image in sharp and crisp detail with minimal chromatic aberration and distortion and not forgetting the background blur it gives. There are many prime lenses from different lens manufacturers.
Lenses like Canon 35mm 1.4 and similar focal lenthed lenses from Sony, Nikon and other cameras, a great tools for wedding photography. As it allows you to capture wider shots you can also keep this in wide angle lens category but the aperture this has is mind-blowing. This lens is great for the entire reception and more intimate moments with your subjects. These lenses do a great job of being both wide and narrow, so it capture all of the important moments in a wedding. Canon 50mm f/1.4, this lens provides the perfect contrast for portraits, which is great for capturing those beautiful smiles on your bridal party and your parents as they walk down the aisle. It also gives a soft background, which allows you to do some fun things like create bokeh!. Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L, is a lens that not many people talk about, but it’s an absolute must for wedding photography. It has amazing low-light capabilities and allows you to create some really interesting shots with the subject and background being in focus in one spot while everything else falls out of focus. This gives your photos depth and makes them stand out.
2) Wide Angle Lenses for wedding photography
Wide-angle lenses are the perfect tool for wedding photography. It allows you to capture the beauty of your entire shot in one picture instead of a handful of individual shots. These lenses also let you get closer to the action and be more creative than ever before. While you wan to shoot environmental photos along with the family or Bride-Groom this Lens is a must. Even at the time of post/pre-wedding shoots if you want to shoot near the Sea or want to keep beautiful Himalayas in the background this is needed
- Canon RF 15-35mm F.2.8L USM and Canon 24-70mm 2.8
- AFS Nikorr 16-35 f/4
- Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM lens
3) Macro lenses for wedding photography
Macro lenses are now very useful for wedding photographers. These lenses are used to take close-up, detailed photos of objects or subjects that can range in size from a few inches to miles. Macro lenses can sometimes be clunky, cumbersome and difficult to use. They are also expensive and a little tricky to find the right one for you in the first place. Macro lenses tend to have fixed focal lengths, which means that if you’re shooting with one of them, you will always have a specific magnification no matter what lens you use while in wedding photography. I personally don’t think that macro lenses are worth the extra trouble for wedding photographers if you can find one that is versatile, and a little less expensive than what you would expect from such a specialty lens. These can be mostly used to shoot the makeup, some jewelry’ shots, eyelashes, rings of the bride-groom which ads more creativity to the photographs
- Canon 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM
- Nikkor macro 105mm f/12.8
- Sony 100mm f/2.8 GM
4) Telephoto lenses for wedding photography
Weddings are a special time and capturing this often magical moment has always been challenging. When looking for the best telephoto lens it is important to consider factors that are unique to wedding photography. A telephoto lens should be able to give you a large depth of field and quick aperture. This allows the photographer to create a blur that is more natural and aesthetically pleasing. While the lens will give you great magnification, it should also be lightweight and compact, so it doesn’t take up too much space in your camera bag. A quick focus motor is also important so that you can quickly adjust the focal length when taking portraits of guests. Finally, a telephoto lens should be able to create sharp images with minimal chromatic aberration and distortion. This is a must-have lens along with a wide lens. As a wide lens captures the events happening this helps in capturing the emotion behind them.
The more costly the lenses are they will also often have elements such as Nano coating and even a splash-proof design which will make it easier to take care of in rain.
- Canon 70-200mm F2.8 IS USM
- Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8 EF L VR
- Sony FE70-200mm f/2.8 GM
5) Fisheye Lenses for wedding photography
Fisheye lenses are one of the hottest trends in wedding photography these days. They allow you to capture the entire landscape with a single lens and lend depth to your images. Fisheye lenses also offer unique opportunities for creative shooting angles. There are a few things to keep in mind when considering buying a fisheye lens, however. The most important factor to remember is that all fisheye lenses are not created equal. Some have much more distortion than others. The key is to find a lens that preserves the horizon and/or the top third of your pictures as much as possible. A second consideration is weight. Fisheyes are heavy, so if you’re an active shooter, you’ll want to invest in a lens that can be carried easily.
In conclusion, If I could own any lenses I want, I would have a Canon 15-35mm 2.8 RF lens, a Canon 70-200mm 2.8 RF and a Canon 85mm 1.8 RF lens while I go on a wedding shoot. I say Canon just because I am a Canon shooter, you can choose similar lenses from any company. And at last cliche statement, “Lenses and cameras are for to add value to your work, main magic should be shown by your own tool thich is your hands, eyes and brain” Keep shooting Follow me on my Instagram Photography-alert
