135mm Lenses Are Perfect for Portraits and Here’s Why

When it comes to shooting portraits, many photographers tend to gravitate towards lenses with longer focal lengths. This is thanks to their ability to produced flattering images of their subjects. While 50mm and 85mm lenses are also popular choices amongst portrait shooters, it's possible to produce even better results by opting for an even longer focal length.

We're talking about 135mm lenses in this case. Thanks to the way lenses work, 135mm lenses have just the right amount of compression that ensures subjects of all body shapes will appear distortion-free and in a flattering manner. It's also great for close up and full body shots as well. You'll need plenty of room when shooting with a 135mm lens, of course, but that's honestly the only downside. Check out our infographic where we break down the key benefits of shooting portraits using a 135mm lens. .

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2020-5-31 07:00

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