Which is the Best lens for portrait photography?
Jan 14, 2013 14:59:15 #
[quote=cazray]What is the web site address for the Canon site that you are referring to?[/quote
http://shop.usa.canon.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/subCategory_10051_10051_-1_22751#
http://shop.usa.canon.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/subCategory_10051_10051_-1_22751#
Jan 14, 2013 15:35:49 #
CaptainC wrote:
People ask for what is the "best" someth... (show quote)
You are right I use the 70-200 2.8 most of the time when I dont need something slightly wider. I tried my 105mm 2.8 micro and I know some people swear by it for portraits but I think it is a bit of an anti climax after using the 70-200
Jan 14, 2013 17:01:25 #
Hi James: I am old school - and if want to save a ton of money - try the Tamron SP 28-105 F2.8 apherical LD lens - about $250 on e-Bay.
Jan 14, 2013 17:12:03 #
PauloSee
Loc: Tipp City, Ohio
For DX I use my Sigma 50mm f1.4. Great ambient light lens and with my D7000 I bump up the ISO and use available light.
Jan 14, 2013 17:17:58 #
cazray
Loc: EAST STROUDSBURG PA.
imagemeister wrote:
Hi James: I am old school - and if want to save a ton of money - try the Tamron SP 28-105 F2.8 apherical LD lens - about $250 on e-Bay.
Do you recommend Tamron lens? You don't see to many HH members on this site that use them.
Jan 14, 2013 18:09:46 #
James F. wrote:
Im looking for a good quality lens to upgrade from my kit lens for my Canon rebel t3. I looked at a 28-135 & 18-135. I want something in that range. I just can't narrow it down to one lens. or if u know a lens more fit for the job comment.
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Portrait-Lens.aspx
Here is one of the resources I use when considering a lens.
There are inexpensive and very expensive alternatives listed. Sounds like you want a general purpose lens though considering the zoom range you request. If you are insistent about having a zoom (rather than a prime) and are going to use the lens for many different things (like the photos you have posted thus far suggest), then check this link too
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-General-Purpose-Lens.aspx
The one lens that sticks out in both is the 24-105mm L
Flickr the lens and see what it can do. I got you started.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/44484223@N08/5386806396/
You love photography so find the best you can in your price range. Consider saving for the lens you really want rather than a better alternative to what you have.
Jan 14, 2013 18:18:43 #
cazray wrote:
Do you recommend Tamron lens? You don't see to many HH members on this site that use them.
imagemeister wrote:
Hi James: I am old school - and if want to save a ton of money - try the Tamron SP 28-105 F2.8 apherical LD lens - about $250 on e-Bay.
Do you recommend Tamron lens? You don't see to many HH members on this site that use them.
I recommend SOME Tamron lenses and ALL their teleconverters. The 28-105 2.8 was a revolutionary lens when it came out - and still is - the only zoom of this range with F2.8 all the way ! I have one and use it. It was of course made for full frame , so it really shines on crop frames for F stop speed and narrow DOF.
Jan 14, 2013 18:29:20 #
imagemeister wrote:
quote=cazray quote=imagemeister Hi James: I am ... (show quote)
It's actually a pretty decent lens. I have one as well.
Haven't put it on the D800 yet though. That should really give it a test.
Jan 14, 2013 19:19:01 #
Jan 14, 2013 21:06:21 #
James it seems you have your head on stright. These days kids your age just think about what they are going to do today and not about tomarrow. Keep looking forward. You can get some realy good stuff used. If you look on this site it seems that every time something new comes out that they have to have it. So the things they turn in are still very good. So used might be the way to go. As far as learning gos try to hook up with an established pro. Ask them if you can go with them as a helper for free. And ask a lot of questions. On the job training, Hands on. Its the best way to learn. Help out in the studo. Learn everything you can from the ground up. You will also learn what type of photography you will want to persue. Good luck young man.
Jan 14, 2013 22:12:50 #
I would take a 50mm prime lens or a 80mm prime lens.
Zooms always have more glass and the more glass you have for an image to go through, the less clear the image.
That has been known for years. This is, of course, if you are talking about portraits but it holds true for any type of photography.
Zooms always have more glass and the more glass you have for an image to go through, the less clear the image.
That has been known for years. This is, of course, if you are talking about portraits but it holds true for any type of photography.
Jan 14, 2013 23:11:29 #
Robeng
Loc: California
James F. wrote:
Im looking for a good quality lens to upgrade from my kit lens for my Canon rebel t3. I looked at a 28-135 & 18-135. I want something in that range. I just can't narrow it down to one lens. or if u know a lens more fit for the job comment.
James,
Not sure if this will help. Go to my website. www.robeng.smugmug.com. Go to my people gallery and type in the password girls. Find a pic you like and I'll tell you what lens I used to take it. This gallery is rated PG13.
Jan 15, 2013 02:17:56 #
James F. wrote:
Im looking for a good quality lens to upgrade from my kit lens for my Canon rebel t3. I looked at a 28-135 & 18-135. I want something in that range. I just can't narrow it down to one lens. or if u know a lens more fit for the job comment.
I assume your kit lens is a 18-55mm.I upgraded to a 18-250mm Sigma and it's a great walk around lens.
Jan 15, 2013 09:38:20 #
ron root
Loc: Highwood, IL
cazray wrote:
Thanks!
OddJobber wrote:
Cazray, please use "quote reply" or at least mention who you're addressing that question to. Thanks.
cazray wrote:
What is the web site address for the Canon site that you are referring to?
Cazray, please use "quote reply" or at least mention who you're addressing that question to. Thanks.
Thanks!
http://learn.usa.canon.com/dlc/search/search.spr?keyword=LENEF%2024-105mm%20f%2F4L%20IS%20USM&filterBy=ImageAsset
Click on tech info
Jan 15, 2013 23:09:05 #
In years past, when you shot film. Most Portrait Photographers, me included, used Soft Focus Lenses or used Soft Filters, instead of Sharp Lenses. I guess, times have changed, since now everyone is into Digital and can fix everything in Photoshop.
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