Which lens type is designed to capture distant subjects while making them appear closer?

The telephoto lens is specifically designed to capture distant subjects and bring them closer within the frame. This lens achieves a narrower field of view while magnifying the image, making it ideal for scenarios where you need to photograph or film subjects that are far away, such as in wildlife photography, sports events, or any situation where getting physically close to the subject isn't feasible.

Telephoto lenses usually have longer focal lengths, which contribute to their ability to compress distances and create a shallow depth of field, allowing the background to blur, thereby emphasizing the subject. This can also create a unique perspective that flatters subjects and offers a cinematic feel to the visuals produced.

In contrast, standard lenses provide a more natural view and are better suited for general photography, prime lenses are fixed focal length lenses known for their sharpness and speed but don’t specifically focus on distant subjects, and macro lenses are crafted for extreme close-ups of small subjects and are not designed for capturing images of faraway objects.