Landscape Photography - 6 Reasons Why You Need A Telephoto Lens

Wide angles are the obvious choice for a lens when shooting landscapes, but there are plenty of times when you really need to have a telephoto lens in your camera bag to get the most out of a scene.
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that Bruarfoss waterfall photo is a next level depiction of what telephoto brings to the table

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Wow that waterfall shot comparison between wide-angle and telephoto was top-notch

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Thanks so much, thats a lovely comment and I'm really glad you find the videos useful

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I've never shot landscapes with anything else then a wide angle lens. This is food for thought. I knew telephoto lenses compressed the background but never considered using it. I've learned so much all ready from watching your videos.
Was looking forward to a new video. Glad you made one.

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Hi Alexander, thanks for the comment. I'm really glad you found the video useful

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I was deciding between a prime and a telephoto. I know they're apples and oranges but this video helped me a lot. Thanks!

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[@davegrenier1160]

The "compression effect" of telephoto lenses is the result of perspective. The image made with a telephoto presents a narrow angle of view, and this emphasizes the compression of the distant objects because they are magnified in the telephoto view. You don't notice the effect in wide-angle photographs because the effect is subsumed by the wider field of view (with its emphasis on the near elements in the shot, in which such compression isn't evident). But the effect is in every wide angle shot that has layers of distant image elements. You just have to look for it and you'll see it.

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So far I thought I could only use a wide lens for landscape photography. Learned a lot.

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An absolute master class, filled with eloquence in the form of beautiful descriptive words and stunning images.

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😲 Those are some the most stunning landscape photography I’ve ever seen. Explaining by showing really conveys the message of using a telephoto lens. But man are those photos jaw dropping spectacular as well the locations.

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I really appreciate all of this information. I'm a complete beginner and my parents bought me a 70-300mm along with my Dslr. They didn't really know what they'd bought and I love landscape photography but didn't want to just push the 70-300mm aside. Plus, it's all I have to play with at the moment til I can afford a wide angle. So thank you! You've inspired me.

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Haven't really touched my telephoto for a while… Then I stumbled across this!

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Great: lucid, great expertise and backed up with outstanding images. Very good for making me think about how best to use my fuji 55-200.

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Thanks for the comment man, really glad you like it. The 55-200mm is an awesome lens for landscapes and I use it on every trip

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You've got me excited about using telephoto lenses on my upcoming trip! thanks for this video.

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A very nice demonstration about the interest of using a telephoto in landscape photography. Thank you for sharing your knowledge Andy

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You are right that telephoto lenses are a great tool. I have just used it to shoot the US Navy during fleet week. I got my film photos back and I just felt so happy to see these photos. Peace, Flood!

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Hello. After seeing this movie my tamron 70-200 just became the favourite one :)) othewise it would have bee the tokina ultra wide. All that you presented, it's mind blowing. I'm an architect and I always had a crush for good compositions. Congratulations! And most of all thank you.

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Actually, I have to rectify... Ultra wides equally as telephotos are the best one should have

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great video Andy, thanks. some of my best shots come with the telephoto. I like to look at the landscape through it also, as well as with my naked eye - that helps see opportunities - love your videos

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That is my point of view... i recently purchased a fujifilm x t200 with both the 18-55 and the 55-200 mm lenses for traveling. I got a full frame, but i wanted a quality option to take every day and everywhere in a small back bag, tripod included... pleased to meet you!

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Great video. Next time I shoot landscape I will take my 55-200 with me.

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As always Andy,high production values, good commentary and great food for thought- its always a nice surprise when we get a notification that you have posted a new video.Many thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts.

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Great explanation and illustration as to why, and how, to use telephoto lenses for landscape images. Thanks Andy !!!

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Amazing shots. I have not used telephoto for landscape bit will give it a try now. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

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Hi Andy, once again a fantastic workshop on photo composition using a telephoto lens! Thank you so much for all you do.

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Really enjoyed your video! Definitely made me rethink and look at landscape photography in a different light. Wonderfully explained and your images are outstanding! Will be traveling to Europe for 3 weeks and will put some of this into practice!

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Thanks Tracy, really glad yo enjoyed the video. Enjoy your trip to Europe

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Excellent tips with great examples. Never really thought of a telephoto lens for landscape before. Thank you so much

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This is a wonderful presentation of complex thoughts and tricky situations. The examples of each topic were terrific. Best I have ever seen. Thank you Andy!

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Really thorough explanation and argumentation. Fantastic video! Will keep following your series. Best

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Will have to use my telephoto more for landscapes. Lovely images, thanks for the inspiration​.

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Hi Andy - a big compliment for a great video which is highly instructional and informative! And I am almost dizzy from all these great shots that you're showing...

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Really clear delivery! Learned so much from just one video.

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Very interesting informative advice, bringing in a different perspective from the usual landscape directive. Kudos to you for excellent tips..

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