A lot of photographers think that it’s all about your main subject, but quite often, it’s the background that can either make or break the shot. Having a shallow depth of field is an excellent way to show the viewer where to look at, and it’s always pleasing to see a smooth, colorful background with nice bokeh.
For more information on how a certain photograph was taken, click on an image. Also, check out our tutorial on blurring the background.
A great lens is key to achieving the results you see below.
If you’re looking for a guide on selecting the best lens for a type of photography that you love then our sister site, Best Photography Gear, makes it easy. They find the best equipment and help to decipher the numbers and understand the terms so you can make the best decision with your gear.
By João Paulo Figueiredo | Nikon D600
By Andi Mezger | Nikon D90
By Matt | Canon Rebel T1i
By Cem Bayir | 5D Mark III
By PhotKing
By Ernesto Vicinanza | 5D Mark III
By Gass Emilien | Canon Rebel T2i
By David | Nikon D800
By OpenEyes | Nikon D7100
By Costanza Tarabella | Nikon D3000
By Tobias Schenk | Canon EOS 5D Mark II
By Cem Bayir | Canon EOS 5D Mark III
By Brian Nguyen | Canon EOS 6D
By Jam Wong | 5D Mark III
By nrrfed | Pentax K-5 II
By Luka Popadić | Pentax K-5
By Sean Weekly | 5D Mark III
By Yvonne | Canon EOS 7D
By Domitilla Mancini | Nikon D7000
Here is a list of all the cameras used:
Canon
- Canon Rebel T1i
- Canon Rebel T2i
- Canon EOS 7D
- Canon EOS 6D
- Canon EOS 5D Mark II
- Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Nikon
- Nikon D3000
- Nikon D90
- Nikon D7000
- Nikon D7100
- Nikon D600
- Nikon D800
Pentax
- Pentax K-5
- Pentax K-5 II
Looking for a Lens?
If you’re having a hard time finding what lens to invest in for the type of photography that you love then check out these guides on selecting the best lenses.
Our sister site, Best Photography Gear, makes it easy by breaking it down for different types of photography as well as specific camera bodies. They find the best equipment and help to decipher the numbers and understand the terms so you can make the best decision with your gear.
