Which statement best describes prime lenses compared to zoom lenses?

Which statement best describes prime lenses compared to zoom lenses?

• A. Prime lenses often deliver superior sharpness and character; zooms provide flexible framing and faster setup but may compromise maximum aperture and depth-of-field control.
• B. Zoom lenses are always sharper than prime lenses.
• C. Prime lenses have slower autofocus in all situations.
• D. Zoom lenses cannot be used for shallow depth of field.

Answer: (A)