Set the standard

While the extreme ends of the focal range might get more attention, standard lengths that sit between 35 and 70mm are an important part of any lens line-up.

One of the most popular standard lenses is the 50mm prime: it provides excellent resolving power and fast maximum apertures. With sensor crop factors to consider, a 30mm or 35mm focal length could effectively be a standard focal length on your camera. A 35mm wide-angle lens becomes a