{"id":12162,"date":"2023-09-07T13:59:16","date_gmt":"2023-09-07T13:59:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/?p=12162"},"modified":"2024-01-01T12:27:58","modified_gmt":"2024-01-01T12:27:58","slug":"prime-lenses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/prime-lenses\/","title":{"rendered":"6 tips for shooting with prime lenses"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the world of photography, there\u2019s a lasting debate about which lenses are better prime lenses or zoom. In our opinion, it really depends on the type of photography you\u2019re into and the shot you want to capture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When you consider still photography, it\u2019s easy to choose – if you\u2019re shooting live action or fast-moving objects, use a Zoom lens<\/a> and still objects like portraits or products, then a prime lens<\/a> is better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, when it comes to film photography<\/a>, it\u2019s often a matter of personal preference, the level of preparation you\u2019re willing to do, and how intimate you want the shot to feel. We recently worked with a freelance cinematographer and YouTuber, Thomas Kavacic, on this video where he breaks down his 6 top tips for filming with prime lenses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Thomas has been shooting on prime lenses consistently over the past couple of years, and in his own words, he\u2019s \u201cmade a lot of mistakes, but I\u2019ve also learned a lot\u2019. <\/span>Read on and watch his video to learn more about his experience and how to master the craft of shooting with prime lenses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n