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Virtue Effect Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #1 · Lens Dilemma I have an opinon question. I have a D700 along with 3 lenses, 50mm f1.4 AF-S, 85mm f1.8, and 80-200mm f2.8. My question: Should I sell the 85mm prime because I already have that focal range covered? Or should I sell them both for the 85mm f1.4? or Should I sell the 85mm f1.8 and put the money toward the 14-24mm? Nov 22, 2009 at 07:48 PM

90 5.0 Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #2 · Lens Dilemma Only you can answer that question for yourself. Nov 22, 2009 at 07:49 PM

luminosity Offline Dedicated FM Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #3 · Lens Dilemma Just because you have a lens that happens to overlap with a given focal length doesn't mean two or more lenses happen to meet your needs the same way. The 85/1.8 is much lighter and also sharper (in my experience, at least) than the 80-200. My 85/1.8 would smoke any copy of the 80-200/2.8 in sharpness, so far as I've seen. Also, the resale value of a mint condition 85/1.8 is probably about $350-400, with the latter number only with truly perfect copies that have all the packaging. After that, there's not much value in getting a used one of any kind instead of a brand new one. You'll still be a long way from the 14-24. Nov 22, 2009 at 07:54 PM

williamkazak Offline Dedicated FM Upload & Sell: On p.1 #4 · Lens Dilemma Why are you not happy with the lenses you have? Nov 22, 2009 at 09:20 PM

henryp Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #5 · Lens Dilemma If max aperture is your goal I don't think I'd sell an f/1.8 to buy an f/1.4 -- not enough extra bang for the buck IMO. If your quandary is the 85/1.4 vs the 14-24 I have to say I think you need to help us filter your thinking. I'd take resale out of the equation for now and focus on what and how you shoot and how your current lineup limits you. Henry Posner B&H Photo-Video Nov 22, 2009 at 10:17 PM

millsart Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #6 · Lens Dilemma I'd sell all three of them. I'd then buy the 85mm f1.4 AF-D, a 70-200 f2.8 VR II, and a 14-24 f2.8. If you find you do miss the 50mm focal length, I would replace the AF-S with the 50mm f1.4 AF-D version. However, since you gave us no factors to base a decision off, such as what you shoot, what your most important features are, and most importantly your budget, its very hard to help you. Nov 22, 2009 at 10:28 PM

yukselserdar Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #7 · Lens Dilemma if thats your lens lineup, i only see a ultra-wide lens missing. I would keep what you have and save for the 14-24mm. Nov 22, 2009 at 11:18 PM

davidnholtjr Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #8 · Lens Dilemma Virtue Effect wrote: I have an opinon question. I have a D700 along with 3 lenses, 50mm f1.4 AF-S, 85mm f1.8, and 80-200mm f2.8. My question: Should I sell the 85mm prime because I already have that focal range covered? Or should I sell them both for the 85mm f1.4? or Should I sell the 85mm f1.8 and put the money toward the 14-24mm? If it was me, I'd just get a nice compact light wide prime (20mm, 24mm or 28mm) and save the $1500 you'll save in not buying the big and heavy 14-24mm. Nov 22, 2009 at 11:40 PM

Two23 Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #9 · Lens Dilemma You give no indication at all what you are using the lenses for, what you photo, what light conditions, and so on. Any suggestions you get will be meaningless. I tried the 85mm f1.8 and it was the very worst lens I've ever owned when it comes to flare. It was unusable for me. Don't know if you photo the same things I do, so don't know if it's a bad choice for you too. My gut feeling is that if you really needed f1.8 or f1.4, and knew it, you wouldn't be asking the question. FWIW, I've been avoiding the old Nikon lenses and am concentrating on only buying the modern state of art ones. Just as cameras have improved since the 1980s, so have lenses. Maybe even to a greater extent. Kent in SD Edited on Nov 23, 2009 at 12:19 AM · View previous versions Nov 23, 2009 at 12:17 AM

Virtue Effect Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #10 · Lens Dilemma Sorry for the vague description. I mainly shoot, fashion, landscape, and motorsports. I realize the 85mm f1.8 is shaper than the 80-200mm f2.8 and it's heavier, but I'm not sure if it's worth it. The only thing I don't have is an UWA which is why I thought about selling the prime and getting the 14-24. Weight isn't an issue, I can handle my D700 w/ MB-D10 and 80-200 just fine. =) Nov 23, 2009 at 12:17 AM

Two23 Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #11 · Lens Dilemma The NIkon 14-24mm f2.8 just might be one of the finest lenses made. Ever. It's on my own "must have" list. Kent in SD Nov 23, 2009 at 12:20 AM

Virtue Effect Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #12 · Lens Dilemma I played with one, and I was instantly hooked. Nov 23, 2009 at 12:39 AM

Fishinfool Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #13 · Lens Dilemma My opinion, you seem pretty well covered from 50mm and up. I would keep the 85 f1.8 as it is much lighter, smaller, maybe sharper, and faster then your 80-200 at the sam FL. Same with the 50 f1.4. Where you are lacking, especially if you do landscape, is on the wide end, and the 14-24 Nikkor is pretty well known as tops in its class in that range. If money is a factor, the 17-35 f2.8 is a heck of a lens as well, and available used in ex. shape for about $800 or so less then a new 14-24. Larry Nov 23, 2009 at 10:48 AM

RRRoger Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #14 · Lens Dilemma The used AFS 17-35 f/2.8 will give you more versatility but I think the new 14-24 is worth $800 more. Nov 24, 2009 at 04:45 AM

Adam73 Offline Upload & Sell: On p.1 #15 · Lens Dilemma I have the 85mm f1.8 but usually use my 70-200mm F2.8 VR 99% of the time. Having a sharp zoom is far more Convenient than the prime. My preference. But What is confusing is you state all these telephoto or longer lenses and then throw in the 14-24mm F2.8. The total opposite of the first question. Nov 24, 2009 at 05:09 PM

Chestnut Offline Upload & Sell: Off p.1 #16 · Lens Dilemma unless you absolutely need buttery smooth bokeh or extra 1/3 stop of light of the 85/1.4, I don't really see what you gain by selling the 85/1.8 for the 1.4. also, the 85/1.8 and the 80-200 are completely different animals. It's like comparing a two-prong turkey carving fork to a three prong pitch fork. different tool for different uses, in my opinion. How do you shoot? what do you need more? On the other hand, the 14-24 is a very very cool lens... if you can afford it or have to have it, or have the need for it, and can finance it, go for it. I can't tell you how to spend your money... other than for you to give'em to me but really, only you can truly decide what you need/want. The only thing we can do here, is to provide information and feedback to help you make your decision... but again, we'd need more info on HOW you shoot, what kind of budget you're allowed, etc. Nov 24, 2009 at 09:20 PM

Avi B Offline Dedicated FM Upload & Sell: On p.1 #17 · Lens Dilemma Okay, sell the 85/1.8 and get the 85/1.4. Then get a 17-35 f/2.8. There, you are set. And you can use filters if you choose. Nov 24, 2009 at 09:30 PM

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