A lens that would work well for photos of a sports event to bring the subject closer from a safe distance would be which type?

• A. Wide angle lens
• B. Telephoto lens
• C. Macro lens
• D. Fisheye lens

Answer: (B)

Using a telephoto lens lets you magnify distant action while you stay back, which is exactly what you want for sports photos. With a longer focal length, you can fill the frame with players and motion from a safe distance, capturing tight compositions and fast moments without needing to be right on top of the field. It also helps isolate the subject from a busy background by narrowing the field of view.

A wide-angle lens would require you to be close to the scene to fill the frame, and from a distance the subject would appear small. A macro lens is built for extreme close-ups of tiny details, not distant athletes. A fisheye lens provides an ultra-wide view with strong distortion, which isn’t ideal for typical sports framing.