Las Vegas is a street photographer’s dream—endless neon, bustling crowds, and a mix of glamour and grit. On a recent road trip, I took my Fujifilm X-H2S along with two lenses—the reliable XF 23mm f/2 and my new TTArtisan 35mm f/0.95—to capture the energy of the Strip and the raw character of Fremont East.

The TTArtisan 35mm f/0.95 quickly became a favorite. It’s tiny, fast, and delivers stunning bokeh, making it perfect for isolating subjects in Vegas’ chaotic scenes. Since it’s manual focus, I either used zone focusing for quick shots or took my time to nail focus at wide apertures. The results were worth the extra effort—dreamy, cinematic shots with beautiful depth.

The XF 23mm f/2 handled the wider scenes with ease, from the glowing facades of casinos to the flowing crowds along the Strip. It’s sharp, quick to focus, and great for environmental storytelling.

Walking the Strip at night was a sensory overload—performers, tourists, and neon reflections everywhere. I focused on candid portraits under the lights and the motion of the city. The TTArtisan excelled in low light, letting me capture crisp shots even in dimly lit areas.

Fremont East offered a grittier side of Vegas—vintage motels, dive bars, and street art. Here, I looked for portraits of locals and tourists, weathered textures, and the kind of character that doesn’t exist under the bright lights of the Strip. The TTArtisan’s wide aperture made it ideal for moody, atmospheric shots.

The Fujifilm X-H2S handled everything flawlessly, and the TTArtisan 35mm f/0.95 proved to be an incredible value—sharp, compact, and full of character. If you’re into manual focus and love creamy bokeh, this lens is a must-try.

Have you shot in Vegas before? What’s your go-to lens for street photography? Let me know in the comments!