At the height of summer, Iceland is bustling with travelers, many of them wielding cameras to capture images and memories. Many have journeyed far, fascinated by the rugged natural vistas, the bright nights, and the scarcity of humans. But how can one capture Iceland with optimal results? Which lenses will yield the best photos? There is no universal answer to this question. Start by visiting vedur.is, the website of the Icelandic Meteorological Office, to know how to dress, where it rains, and where it is warm and bright. The next few days are best in the northeast part of the country if sunshine is what you seek. On the other hand, there is a lot of rain around Breiðafjörður, which can also make for captivating photos. But what lens, which particular focal length, best captures the Icelandic nature? Any lens from 24mm up to 100mm will do nicely, and it’s good to have a wider or narrower one on hand when conditions require it, even if that is seldom. Following are a few places that I highly recommend, places I have visited numerous times, and always find pleasantly surprising because it is the ever-changing light that ultimately creates the picture.
Ísland 11/07/2024 : A7RIV, A7C R, RX1R II – 2.0/35mm Z, FE 2.8/90mm G, FE 2.8/100mm GM, FE 1.4/24mm GM, FE 1.2/50mm GM, FE 1.8/135mm GM, FE 1.4/35mm Z
Ljósmyndir & texti : Páll Stefánsson
