Kit Lens
Feb 27, 2017 21:08:45 #
billnikon wrote:
Education is more important than equipment hands down. That said, if you wish, you should look into some prime lenses. My favorite is the Nikon 35mm f1.8 G,AF-S, FX lens that you can still get for a song. Amazon has them new from $169.00. This lens is very, very, sharp and it would be an inexpensive start to your prime lens assortment.
Did you mean, Nikon DX 35mm f1.8g lens?? I bought one refurbished for $169.95
Feb 28, 2017 00:56:12 #
therwol
Loc: USA
Silverman wrote:
Did you mean, Nikon DX 35mm f1.8g lens?? I bought one refurbished for $169.95
I pointed out this error. The FX lens costs more than 500 dollars. Both are excellent lenses, but the FX lens on a DX camera is overkill in the wallet. In fact, from what I've read, the DX lens is sharper on a DX camera. Both are better than the 35mm f2 AF-D, which isn't too shabby.
Feb 28, 2017 05:17:34 #
therwol wrote:
I think they sell well because a DSLR is useless without at least one lens. They come up with something that will please most people, make it affordable, and bundle it with the cameras. I don't think that most people will need or want anything else, but if you do, that's available too.
Yep, just like you said, come with something that will please most people (and they do)! I agree, that they get a few people/first time shooters with this marketing strategy, but of the people already sold on buying a DSLR, I think that procentile is rather low!
Feb 28, 2017 07:55:33 #
The kit lens is an adequate lens. I use mine when I am in weather or doing street photography where I have to carry it for a long time. It is light and I don't worry about it getting messed up like my more expensive lenses since to replace it is very cheap (you can go to a camera store and get one second hand for next to nothing). On the other hand, investing in a really good quality (translation-expensive) "work horse" lens like my 24-105 zoom lens for the majority of my work is important. The kit lens is just a back-up, but I wouldn't get rid of it.
Feb 28, 2017 08:41:42 #
psalm1188 wrote:
---------- On the other hand, investing in a really good quality (translation-expensive) "work horse" lens like my 24-105 zoom lens for the majority of my work is important. The kit lens is just a back-up, but I wouldn't get rid of it.
I guess that means you print (big) a lot or crop (drastically) a lot? But a workhorse is rarely a thoroughbread? - might be a quarterhorse though!
Feb 28, 2017 14:44:24 #
kfoo wrote:
What is your opinion of kit lens. Are they going to produce good photos or do I need to sell them and get better lens? Thanks in advance. Bought a Nikon D7100 with two kit lens.
The most important element is a good photo is a careful and observant photographer. I suggest you use the kit lens until your capabilities exceed those of the lens. If you need a new lens for a specific purpose (35mm prime, wide angle or super telephoto) buy the best you can afford. If the kit lens was not adequate, you would blame the camera and change brands. The manufacturers don't want that, so they provide an inexpensive, but fully adequate lens with the camera. Stick with it until you want to do something beyond the limits of that lens- then upgrade. I still use kit lenses, but all my new purchases are higher grade. If you decide to upgrade, look at KEH.com for used lenses or go directly to Nikon for refurbished lenses. You can gets some great deals that way. I just bought a macro for $350- the new price was $799. I can't tell the difference between the new and the refurbished, and I got a full 1 yr warranty.
Feb 28, 2017 16:54:37 #
For emphasis :-)
...not sure how I did that...will be less emphatic next time...
...not sure how I did that...will be less emphatic next time...
Mar 1, 2017 02:32:28 #
Delderby wrote:
I guess that means you print (big) a lot or crop (drastically) a lot? But a workhorse is rarely a thoroughbread? - might be a quarterhorse though!
When my beautiful Epson printer was working I did print big a lot, but not so much lately until I can save up enough for another one. But I rarely crop drastically, although it is nice to have the option. My "work horse" is a Clydsdale, with the red ring around the lens (in Canon-speak that means a lot). I would consider that a thoroughbred!
Mar 1, 2017 02:39:43 #
psalm1188 wrote:
When my beautiful Epson printer was working I did print big a lot, but not so much lately until I can save up enough for another one. But I rarely crop drastically, although it is nice to have the option. My "work horse" is a Clydsdale, with the red ring around the lens (in Canon-speak that means a lot). I would consider that a thoroughbred!
Yes - Definitely.
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