If there’s one thing I loathe about photography, it’s spying an image with great potential, but not quite having the right tools for the job. As much as it’s the photographer that makes the biggest difference, there are some photographic opportunities that simply cannot be maximized without having the right kit. And more often than not, it’s a specific lens.
That’s why everyday zooms are so popular. They afford photographers incredible versatility, so why am I still left wanting? Well, there has to be a compromise. Everyday standard zoom lenses tend to be small and affordable, and while image quality has skyrocketed in the mirrorless era, you still have to pay a price: speed and handling.
