Digital Camera World

3 Create abstract zoom shots with a telephoto

The telephoto zoom has become a camera bag staple for wildlife and sports photographers. It’s prized for its convenience and versatility – one lens can do it all. But in addition to capturing faithful reproductions of far-away subjects, a telephoto zoom can also be used for creative applications.

This project uses the focal range of a telephoto to turn you into an artist with your lens. It’s about using movement to capture vibrant colours in a different perspective, and creating an abstract view

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