The possibilities of a Wide Angle lens are many and, although it is not an easy lens to use, its results make the effort and practice worth it (oh and the financial effort, because they aren't cheap )
Perhaps you are one of those who think that it is a goal for lovers of landscapes and that this is not for you. It is true, it is the classic “must have” lens for any lover of landscapes, but it is that and much more. Do you enjoy Documentary photography , Street Photography or Architecture or Art Photography, for example? Then join the list of those of us who dream of a good Wide Angle, there are not a few of us
Also, if you are one of those who bought the camera with its standard or kit lens, it is possible that you already have an Angular or Wide Angle focal length among your photographic material. It may not be the best in the world, but it will help you practice, get to know it and get the most out of it.
What am I still not convincing you? Well, I leave you with a small gallery of images that you can take with a Wide Angle, enjoy them
1. A CLASSIC OF LANDSCAPES
Not surprisingly, this is the classic lens for photographing landscapes thanks to its angular width that allows you to cover more of the landscape, its sharpness and its depth of field.
2. LOVED AND HATED DISTORTION
One of the characteristics of Wide Angle lenses is the distortion they cause in the image due to the viewing angle.
3. ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS
How many times have you found yourself in front of a building, have you started to take a few steps back so that it fits in the frame, a few more, and even more, and finally you have bumped into the wall realizing that no, that it does not fit completely in the frame? your viewer...? With a Wide Angle in your backpack, this will not happen to you
4. LINES, CONVERGING LINES AND LEAKS
Another of the effects that the Wide Angle enhances are the lines that converge towards a point (flight), which we call converging lines. If we combine it with somewhat high or low angle views, the effect is surprising.
5. LINES AND ARCHITECTURE
To take advantage of the characteristics that the Wide Angle provides us, it is best to know them and know how to combine them with each other.
6. COMBINE DIFFERENT PLANES
Thanks to the depth of field and its wide viewing angle, the Wide Angle allows several planes to be included in the image. To make images more interesting, it is common to include a center of interest in close-ups of the composition. Otherwise, the gaze runs the risk of getting lost in the meantime framing without finding anything interesting.
7. DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY
Wide Angle photography allows us to work with different planes making them appear focused and integrated into the image. This type of lens allows us to photograph protagonists without losing the environment, which is why it is widely used in this type of image.
8. DIFFERENT PORTRAITS
It is not the classic lens for portraits nor is it intended to be, but you cannot miss the opportunity to take one with this lens to see the effects of the distortion it produces at short distances ?
9. VARY THE POINT OF VIEW
You should apply this rule with any objective, but with a Wide Angle you cannot miss the opportunity.
10. IN PORTRAIT FORMAT
Do not forget to vary the format of your compositions. Not everything is horizontal, and the vertical format and the Wide Angle can bring you great images.
11. DEPTH OF FIELD
A good depth of field (focused area in the image) is another advantage of Wide Angle photography, ideal for landscapes or any other scenario where you want to use your lens.
12. INTERESTING COMPOSITIONS
Do not forget to always look for compositions that highlight the center of interest.
13. STREET PHOTOGRAPHY
Another scenario where you will take advantage of your Wide Angle is in street photography.
14. DIFFERENT AND ORIGINAL PERSPECTIVES
15. NO FILTERS
Above all, the polarizer can create effects such as vignetting in the images.
The Wide Angle is a great lens that can accompany you in many situations, and once you learn to take advantage of it, it will seem like an essential companion, one of those that you rarely want to leave at home
