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  • dyna mo
    just a fucking jerk
    • Dec 2008
    • 68184
    #1

    shooters- recommended fixed focal length lens for portrait + macro?

    is that a lofty goal? can i get a sweet portrait lens that also can do 1:1 macro? would love something that has exceptional bokeh. i've been looking at lens and haven't sorted it out yet.

    the sigma 85mm f1.4 perhaps, but it does not do 1:1......


    i've also read stellar reviews of these manual focus 85mm f1.4 lens that have very nice glass, but again not 1:1.
    isn't f1.4 hard to focus?

    this is for a nikon dx size dslr, is 85mm the right focal length for portrait shots with a dx??


    Last edited by dyna mo; 05-17-2011, 02:15 PM.
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    • justinsain
      Confirmed User
      • Feb 2005
      • 3374
      #2
      Originally posted by dyna mo
      is that a lofty goal? can i get a sweet portrait lens that also can do 1:1 macro? would love something that has exceptional bokeh. i've been looking at lens and haven't sorted it out yet.

      the sigma 85mm f1.4 perhaps, but it does not do 1:1......


      i've also read stellar reviews of these manual focus 85mm f1.4 lens that have very nice glass, but again not 1:1.
      isn't f1.4 hard to focus?

      this is for a nikon dx size dslr, is 85mm the right focal length for portrait shots with a dx??


      I'd be interest to know what makes a lens great for portrait shots.

      You seem to have something in mind.

      If someone asked me tomorrow to do a portrait shot I'd pull out my 70-200 f2.8 which is the same lens that Dean used for his recent post of Shyla Jennings with pic #3 being a perfect portrait. That lens is very different than the ones you're looking at but still works.

      ( edit ) Nevermind, I forgot about the 1:1 macro part
      Last edited by justinsain; 05-17-2011, 04:08 PM.

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        • dyna mo
          just a fucking jerk
          • Dec 2008
          • 68184
          #3
          Originally posted by justinsain
          I'd be interest to know what makes a lens great for portrait shots.

          You seem to have something in mind.

          If someone asked me tomorrow to do a portrait shot I'd pull out my 70-200 f2.8 which is the same lens that Dean used for his recent post of Shyla Jennings with pic #3 being a perfect portrait. That lens is very different than the ones you're looking at but still works.

          ( edit ) Nevermind, I forgot about the 1:1 macro part
          i currently have the 18-105 f/3.5. when i check my meta data, i find most all my pics are at 105mm, i like that focal length for some reason so i was checking into buying a nicer lens that is fixed at that length and in researching discovered many consider that to be the ideal portrait focal length.

          i also like taking uber close ups and was hoping to get both satisfied with one lens.

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            • barcodes
              Confirmed User
              • Mar 2011
              • 2040
              #4
              Are you using a Nikon, a Canon, or another brand?

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                • Kevin Marx
                  Confirmed User
                  • Apr 2007
                  • 1888
                  #5
                  My fav portrait lens when I am doing just that specifically is the Canon 85mm, f1.2. It's amazing.

                  However, the 24-70 and 70-200 are great all around lenses when you are getting multiple styles of shots. Everything is a resource. Just depends on how you are using it.
                  ICQ: 370 037 008

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                    • marlboroack
                      So Fucking Banned
                      • Jul 2010
                      • 9327
                      #6
                      What kinda camera/cameras are you using now?

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                        • dyna mo
                          just a fucking jerk
                          • Dec 2008
                          • 68184
                          #7
                          i shoot with a nikon dx size (non full frame)

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                            • dyna mo
                              just a fucking jerk
                              • Dec 2008
                              • 68184
                              #8
                              Originally posted by Kevin Marx
                              My fav portrait lens when I am doing just that specifically is the Canon 85mm, f1.2. It's amazing.

                              However, the 24-70 and 70-200 are great all around lenses when you are getting multiple styles of shots. Everything is a resource. Just depends on how you are using it.
                              i was reading about that 1.2 lens in all of this, it sure seems like it is a nice piece. how is it to focus at 1.2?

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                                • barcodes
                                  Confirmed User
                                  • Mar 2011
                                  • 2040
                                  #9
                                  Im a Canon guy, was going to refer you to this lens, I am sure theres a similar one for nikon maybe check the link anyway as there are sample images and maybe you can find a sigma or nikor with similar specs.

                                  http://www.the-digital-picture.com/R...ns-Review.aspx

                                  This famous photog works for nat geo etc. You can checkout his equipment here, all nikon:
                                  http://www.joemcnally.com/blog/whats-in-the-bag/

                                  If you find something of interest but not certain if its worth the money since most lenses are expensive, check out borrowlenses.com

                                  I have used them, they are dependable and fast with shipping. You can rent that type of lens for like 150ish for a month to try it out or less for less time.

                                  You can also check out usedcameras.com as they may have a more expensive lens used for cheap. Their stuff is in great condition and you can buy warranties on used gear with them. In this economy, any money saved is worth it amiright?!?!

                                  Best of luck
                                  Last edited by barcodes; 05-17-2011, 04:29 PM.

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                                    • dyna mo
                                      just a fucking jerk
                                      • Dec 2008
                                      • 68184
                                      #10
                                      Originally posted by barcodes
                                      Im a Canon guy, was going to refer you to this lens, I am sure theres a similar one for nikon maybe check the link anyway as there are sample images and maybe you can find a sigma or nikor with similar specs.

                                      http://www.the-digital-picture.com/R...ns-Review.aspx

                                      This famous photog works for nat geo etc. You can checkout his equipment here, all nikon:
                                      http://www.joemcnally.com/blog/whats-in-the-bag/

                                      If you find something of interest vcheck out borrowlenses.com
                                      I have used them, they are dependable and fast with shipping. You can rent that type of lens for like 150ish for a month to try it out or less for less time.

                                      Best of luck
                                      yes, in fact sigma makes a 70mm that has made my short list, i would like a bit faster lens though. is the macro requirement what slows the lens down? can you have an f1.4 macro lens?

                                      http://www.sigmaphoto.com/shop/70mm-...dg-macro-sigma

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                                        • barcodes
                                          Confirmed User
                                          • Mar 2011
                                          • 2040
                                          #11
                                          Im not a pro but I am pretty sure you arent going to find a super super fast macro lens.

                                          Maybe loo into this lens?
                                          http://www.borrowlenses.com/product/Zeiss_100mm_f2_zf

                                          heres a link to some samples
                                          http://dp-master1.dpreview.com/forum...ssage=36805437

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                                            • barcodes
                                              Confirmed User
                                              • Mar 2011
                                              • 2040
                                              #12
                                              Keep in mind thats going to run ya back 2k. Im not saying you cant afford it just preparing you for it ahead of time lol. I dont know if its for biz of pleasure XD

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                                                • dyna mo
                                                  just a fucking jerk
                                                  • Dec 2008
                                                  • 68184
                                                  #13
                                                  Originally posted by barcodes
                                                  Im not a pro but I am pretty sure you arent going to find a super super fast macro lens.

                                                  Maybe loo into this lens?
                                                  http://www.borrowlenses.com/product/Zeiss_100mm_f2_zf

                                                  heres a link to some samples
                                                  http://dp-master1.dpreview.com/forum...ssage=36805437
                                                  damn those sample pics are impressive!

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                                                    • dyna mo
                                                      just a fucking jerk
                                                      • Dec 2008
                                                      • 68184
                                                      #14
                                                      this lens also made the short list, has adjustable bokeh, not macro though.

                                                      http://www.borrowlenses.com/product/Nikon_135_f2.0

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                                                        • barcodes
                                                          Confirmed User
                                                          • Mar 2011
                                                          • 2040
                                                          #15
                                                          Originally posted by dyna mo
                                                          this lens also made the short list, has adjustable bokeh, not macro though.

                                                          http://www.borrowlenses.com/product/Nikon_135_f2.0
                                                          Here are some sample shots:
                                                          http://www.pbase.com/cameras/nikon/135_2_af_dc

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