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04/04/2011 07:55:34 PM · #1 |
...lens? Should I keep my 50mm? I selling my D90 body but would include this 50mm if I don't think it will be of use to me on my new D700. I currently have the 24-70 f2.8 and the 80-200 f2.8. Will that 50mm 1.8 do anything the 24-70 can't do?
Thanks,
Kenny |
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04/04/2011 07:56:37 PM · #2 |
Yes. You can shoot at f-stops below 2.8. Sorry, couldn't resist. ;o)
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04/04/2011 08:01:04 PM · #3 |
| There are definitely times when a prime is the superior choice. Since you already have it, I would say keep it.I have the 24-70 2.8, but I still go to my 50 1.4 and 85 1.4 with preference, using the zooms when more practical, but primes whenever possible. |
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04/04/2011 08:01:58 PM · #4 |
| nothing wrong with a fast 50. At f/2.8 it will be sharper than than your 24-70 at the same aperture. At least I assume so since the general rule of thumb is you get your best sharpest 2 stops down from your widest aperture. |
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04/04/2011 08:08:05 PM · #5 |
Definitely keep the nifty 50mm 1.8, as it is a sharper lens than what you have, and you can use it in darker situations than your others, as it is 1.5 stops faster than your 2.8. A 50mm 1.8 lens is the best value of all lenses, it's light and an excellent lens to train your vision.
Message edited by author 2011-04-05 00:09:15. |
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04/04/2011 08:11:55 PM · #6 |
Thanks.... I'll keep it....D90 goes without a lens !
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