How to Pick Your First Camera Lens (Without Getting Confused)
If you’ve just bought a camera and you’re still using the kit lens, you’re not alone. Choosing a first “real” lens is confusing: primes, zooms, 35mm, 50mm, f‑numbers everywhere.
Here’s the simple way to think about it:
If you mostly shoot people and portraits, a 50mm prime with a wide aperture (like f/1.8) is a great first upgrade.
If you travel a lot and want one lens that can do most things, a mid‑range zoom (something in the 24–70mm range) is usually the safest choice.
If you love landscapes and cityscapes, look at a wider lens so you can fit more of the scene in the frame.
You don’t need the most expensive glass to get good photos. Pick one lens that fits how you actually shoot, learn it well, and you’ll see a big jump in your images.
👉 For a full, easy guide that breaks this down by style, budget, and brand, read this: Camera lenses explained – buyer’s guide: https://cameralensreviews.com/camera-lenses-explained-buyers-guide/
