what is the desired focal length for street photography
Jul 8, 2021 22:29:34 #
It can be risky. Your equipment could be attacked. You could get hurt. But if you thrive on shots of people, it’s addicting.
I’ll say it again. Don’t look like a pro, especially a photojournalist (includes equipment); look like a goofy tourist.
I think I’ll go out this weekend; I’m getting energized with this discussion. Much more fun than “problems with Lightroom...”
I’ll say it again. Don’t look like a pro, especially a photojournalist (includes equipment); look like a goofy tourist.
I think I’ll go out this weekend; I’m getting energized with this discussion. Much more fun than “problems with Lightroom...”
Jul 8, 2021 22:39:40 #
mundy-F2
Loc: Chicago suburban area
rlynes wrote:
I use a 35mm f1.4 on a FF typically, although it is a real 'in your face' lens (which is my style preference).
If I want to lug around a second camera body, then the 70-200mm would be the preference for that.
If I want to lug around a second camera body, then the 70-200mm would be the preference for that.
35 mm f/1.4 is my most used general lens. It is fast, lite, and easy to focus.
Mundy
Jul 8, 2021 23:04:54 #
Imagemine wrote:
mine is a 23mm lens on a crop sensor camera . so what is the desired focal length for most people doing street
Back in the early - mid '70s I was shooting mostly with a Pentax 50mm F/1.4.
I just scanned these old prints on an Epson V600.
I have boxes of prints ... somewhere.
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Jul 8, 2021 23:18:21 #
mundy-F2
Loc: Chicago suburban area
Bill_de wrote:
Back in the early - mid '70s I was shooting mostly with a Pentax 50mm F/1.4.
I just scanned this old print on an Epson V600.
I have boxes of prints ... somewhere.
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I just scanned this old print on an Epson V600.
I have boxes of prints ... somewhere.
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Nice picture.
Mundy
Jul 9, 2021 08:15:11 #
Jul 9, 2021 10:32:48 #
BushDog
Loc: San Antonio, TX
Bill_de wrote:
You know how to work that 200mm. Very nice!
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I noticed that too and agree wholeheartedly.
Jul 9, 2021 11:11:51 #
I use all the focal lengths I have from 20mm to 300mm on a FF camera. If I were to be limited to 1 focal length I think a 35mm f/2 is fine although I actually don't have a prime of this focal length.
Jul 9, 2021 12:07:16 #
BebuLamar wrote:
I use all the focal lengths I have from 20mm to 300mm on a FF camera. If I were to be limited to 1 focal length I think a 35mm f/2 is fine although I actually don't have a prime of this focal length.
How many lenses do you use for street photography?
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Jul 9, 2021 12:26:41 #
Bill_de wrote:
How many lenses do you use for street photography?
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Not many. I have the 20mm f/2.8 but I rarely use it although I do carry it with me. I use the 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5 a lot. I do use the 70-300mm f/4-5.6.
I have the 28, 50, 85, 135 prime but I rarely bring it out for street.
Jul 9, 2021 13:39:31 #
lowkick wrote:
A very famous street photographer named Jay Maisel... (show quote)
Scott Kelby did a video with Jay Maisel. Maisel is a delightful character and his shots take your breath away. His every other word was obscene it seemed. But he pointed out how to get good shots. And the thing that I can point to was he said, "It's not trial and error; it's trial and success." I have discs full of near successes and relish the successful photos that bring joy to people and sell products. 😊😊😊
Jul 9, 2021 13:41:28 #
BebuLamar wrote:
Not many. I have the 20mm f/2.8 but I rarely use it although I do carry it with me. I use the 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5 a lot. I do use the 70-300mm f/4-5.6.
I have the 28, 50, 85, 135 prime but I rarely bring it out for street.
I have the 28, 50, 85, 135 prime but I rarely bring it out for street.
Thanks for the reply.
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Jul 9, 2021 14:54:05 #
Bill_de wrote:
Thanks for the reply.
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Your welcome! A number of street shots I made I only saw the interesting subjects after I got home and review the pictures. I actually didn't pay attention to the interesting elements in the images when I took them.
Jul 10, 2021 06:24:34 #
Jul 10, 2021 09:05:47 #
Tracy B. wrote:
I too think a 35 is great. I use a 35mm 1.4L.
IMHO that is an excellent choice tracy... I have FF Canon also and if I were to splurge on a Prime, that lens would be on top the list.
Jul 10, 2021 10:08:01 #
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