Prime lenses and zoom lenses each offer unique advantages. This beginner-friendly guide breaks down the pros, cons, and real-world use cases to help you decide which lens type fits your photography style.

Learn how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO work together in the exposure triangle—and how creative intent, not rules, should guide your settings.

Buying my first DSLR taught me far more than camera settings. It showed me the importance of patience, working within limitations, and learning to truly see light — lessons every photographer experiences when starting out.