lenskeuze

Lenskeuze, sometimes written lenskeuze in Dutch-language sources, is the term used to describe the decision process of selecting an optical lens for a given imaging task. In photography and cinematography, lens choice directly shapes field of view, perspective, depth of field, and image character. The main variables are focal length, maximum aperture, and lens type (prime or zoom). The sensor size and camera mount affect the effective angle of view, so a 50 mm lens on a full-frame camera gives a different view than on an APS-C body.

In practice, lenskeuze is guided by subject distance, desired composition, background compression, and foreground separation. For example, portraits typically benefit from moderate telephoto for flattering perspective; street and documentary work favor the 24–50 mm range; landscapes use wide angles such as 16–35 mm. Macro work requires a dedicated macro lens. Primes offer sharpness and speed advantages, while zooms provide framing flexibility and convenience.

Practical considerations include weight, budget, weather sealing, tripod use, autofocus performance, and stabilization. The choice may also depend on project constraints, such as rental availability or the need to minimize lens changes on location. In professional workflows, lens rental and test shots are common steps before a shoot to validate the lenskeuze against planned compositions and lighting conditions.

See also: lens, focal length, depth of field, field of view, prime lens, zoom lens.