The lens in a camera is like an eye that lets light into the camera body and focuses it on the sensor, where the image is recorded. The larger the optical components (known as ‘elements’) in the lens, ...

When buying a mirrorless or DSLR camera, there's an equally crucial side question: What lenses do I need for this thing? The glass you place in front of that sensor plays a key role in how your photos ...

The lens you get when you buy a DSLR—generally a standard 18-55mm zoom, or something like it—is designed for some level of versatility but not much beyond that. It doesn't capture particularly sharp ...

Nikon once said that "a photographer is only as good as the equipment he uses, and a good lens is essential to taking good pictures." Not strictly true of course, someone with a good eye can work ...

A photographer's guide on the essential lenses that shape composition, depth, perspective, and other creative details across ...