Nikon 35mm 1.8G Lens: I just picked up a barely used Nikon 35mm 1.8G lens in the box and all I can say is .... WOW! Extremely fast focus. I went to a birthday party yesterday and took...

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Nikon 35mm 1.8G Lens

Sep 16, 2013 10:32:52 #

authorizeduser Loc: Monroe, Michigan

I just picked up a barely used Nikon 35mm 1.8G lens in the box and all I can say is .... WOW! Extremely fast focus. I went to a birthday party yesterday and took 40 shots. 100% were in focus. Also there is no noise when focusing, or at least none I can hear. This is the lens I have been waiting for. On my D200 it is the equivalent of a 52.2mm FX lens which I was use to using on my old film camera. Needless to say I am very happy. Anyone else used this lens, would be interested in hearing your take!

Thanks

Sep 16, 2013 10:39:26 #

yellowrallys

You bet! That lens is a sweetheart....I sometimes shoot local live music in mostly dim-lit venues, and the 35, 50,and 85mm f1.8 lenses are my favs.

Sep 16, 2013 18:40:28 #

wilsondl2 Loc: Lincoln, Nebraska

After 40 years using 50mm on 35mm film camara it was like comeing home - Dave

Sep 17, 2013 11:22:26 #

piccnurse

I'm stupid what's the same for canon

Sep 17, 2013 11:31:56 #

GPS Phil Loc: Dayton Ohio

authorizeduser wrote:

I just picked up a barely used Nikon 35mm 1.8G len... (show quote)

One of the sharpest lenses in my bag and without a doubt the best bargain!

Sep 17, 2013 12:24:22 #

speters Loc: Grangeville/Idaho

piccnurse wrote:

I'm stupid what's the same for canon

The same!!

Sep 18, 2013 11:16:18 #

piccnurse

duh how stuoid was that

Sep 18, 2013 11:24:47 #

Bevman Loc: Baileysville, West Virginia

piccnurse wrote:

duh how stuoid was that

Canon EF 35mm f/2 Wide Angle Lens

Is this the Canon version..it's 289.00 thru Amazon..

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-35mm-Wide-Angle-Cameras/dp/B00009XVCU

Sep 18, 2013 11:44:39 #

authorizeduser Loc: Monroe, Michigan

Bevman wrote:

Canon EF 35mm f/2 Wide Angle Lens

Is this the Canon version..it's 289.00 thru Amazon..

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-35mm-Wide-Angle-Cameras/dp/B00009XVCU

This is essentially the same thing. F2 and mine is F1.8.
Mine has a Silent Wave Motor in the lens to focus. I am not sure if the Canon version does or not. A Canon 35mm will be the equivalent of an FX 56mm lens since Canon DX cameras have a 1.6 crop factor.

Sep 18, 2013 11:50:53 #

Bevman Loc: Baileysville, West Virginia

authorizeduser wrote:

Thanks, I'm either putting this, or the pancake lens on my wish list....
Steve

Sep 18, 2013 11:54:55 #

authorizeduser Loc: Monroe, Michigan

Bevman wrote:

Thanks, I'm either putting this, or the pancake lens on my wish list....
Steve

35mm is a good choice. 50mm translates into FX 80mm. Makes indoor shooting rather difficult especially in a small room where you are trying to get everything in the frame. I am sure you will be pleased with the 35mm. I am! :D :thumbup:

Sep 18, 2013 13:31:25 #

John Lawrence

yellowrallys wrote:

You bet! That lens is a sweetheart....I sometimes shoot local live music in mostly dim-lit venues, and the 35, 50,and 85mm f1.8 lenses are my favs.

I agree with you on all three lenses. Great lenses for reasonable prices.

Sep 18, 2013 17:07:10 #

Bevman Loc: Baileysville, West Virginia

Thanks for the info....

Sep 18, 2013 22:27:11 #

Frank47 Loc: West coast Florida

35mm 1.8G is one of the best bargains in digital photography! :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

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