In this episode of The Live Snap Love Show, we’re diving into one of the most common “what lens should I get?” debates: the 35mm vs 50mm.
It’s the photography version of coffee vs tea—both fabulous, both serve a purpose, but which one fits you best?
If you’ve ever found yourself Googling focal lengths at midnight (been there), or toggling between the two lenses in your online cart like it’s a game of ping pong, this is the episode for you.
We’re covering everything you need to confidently decide which lens is your lens soulmate — including pros, cons, photo examples, and one very nerdy-but-helpful rule of thumb you’ll actually want to use.
By the end of this episode, you’ll be lens-decision ready—with zero regrets and maybe even a little giddy with excitement :-)
HERE’S THE KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:
1️⃣ What “35mm” and “50mm” actually mean — and how they act differently on crop vs full frame cameras
2️⃣ The major pros (and the “meh” moments) of both lenses
3️⃣ When you’d reach for the 35mm… and when you’d regret it
4️⃣ Why the 50mm might be your all-rounder MVP — or just a little too middle-of-the-road
5️⃣ Audrey’s personal take (and go-to lens combo for lifestyle family sessions)
6️⃣ A genius hack using your kit lens to test which focal length fits your style best
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
📝 FREE Which Lens Kickstarter Guide: livesnaplove.com/lenses
🎥 Related Video “What Do the Numbers on a Camera Lens Mean?”
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