Choosing the right lens for portraits

I’ve been experimenting with different lenses for portrait photography and noticed how the depth of field impacts the background blur. Using a 50mm f/1.8 makes a world of difference compared to my kit lens. I’d love to hear what others prefer when capturing those intimate shots and any quirks you’ve noticed with different focal lengths.

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