I wasn't looking for a critique on the photograph. I was interested in knowing if any of you are using manual focus, older lenses, and what you have used them for. The photo was to show sharpness under low light. I use a color balance system to review the images, that however wasn't my concern in this sample I posted.

Do you think the older lenses are a good value?

Or have I made a mistake in having this in the main photo form. Is this area for critical analysis too? Should I have posted this in the other area to get critiqued in all aspects from lens, camera, technique, and so on to finished print and how the bride will or will not appreciate the work?

I may be new here, but I'm not new to photography. At 70, this isn't my first rodeo. So have at it! What else can you find that would make a better photo using an antiquated lens? I'd like to hear that.

IMO, you are asking the wrong question. Printing your own is not about whether it is more or less expensive than sending files out for printing. It is about the control and satisfaction of having complete control.

I send some stuff out that I cannot produce as well like prints mounted on sintra or with a texture on them and I print regular plain paper prints up to 16x20 on my own printer. No right or wrong way - just the way you feel what is right for you. But forget the money part. The difference is not all that significant.