Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/11/09

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Subject: Re: [Leica]Why a 35mm lens?
From: Nathan Wajsman <wajsman@webshuttle.ch>
Date: Thu, 09 Nov 2000 23:24:15 +0100
References: <200011070621.HAA10357@d1o915.telia.com>

Alan,

The 35mm is my standard focal length because of its versatility. But
perhaps more importantly, I have found when taking pictures of events like
parades or other gatherings that by being forced to get in close I get
better pictures than when I use a longer lens.

Nathan

Alan Hull wrote:

> John and others.  I find it interesting that so many luggers seem to
> prefer the 35mm lens.  When I was starting out in photography the most
> common advice was ... Fill the frame.  Followed by ... but do not get
> too close because of perspective distortion.
>
> May I ask those luggers who use the 35mm (or shorter) lens MORE than
> any other, if they can explain why they do so.  For instance, is it
> ease of use or do you actually like the results.
>
> For me, I find that anything less than 50mm is an "in your face "
> style.
>
> TIA
> Alan

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Nathan Wajsman
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In reply to: Message from "Alan Hull" <hull@telia.com> (Re: [Leica]Why a 35mm lens?)