The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
p.49 #1The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
Another vote for 28G/58G.
24mm is too wide & 35mm is not wide enough.
24mm is too wide & 35mm is not wide enough.
Oct 20, 2014 at 05:33 AM
p.49 #2The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
pyktures wrote:
You know what? That's my interrogation too. If the 58 is the bokeh machine, what other lenses should the 58 be pairing with? the Sigma35 1.4 or the Nikkor35 1.8G (or 1.4G) or anything else?
Since we are after bokeh here. Nikon 28mm F1.4D.
It has a very unique bokeh signature. You see it, you know it's from that lens.
The price of this lens is no longer that crazy. With some luck and work, it can be had for less than getting a 24mm 1.4G new.
You know what? That's my interrogation too. If the 58 is the bokeh machine, what other lenses should the 58 be pairing with? the Sigma35 1.4 or the Nikkor35 1.8G (or 1.4G) or anything else?
Since we are after bokeh here. Nikon 28mm F1.4D.
It has a very unique bokeh signature. You see it, you know it's from that lens.
The price of this lens is no longer that crazy. With some luck and work, it can be had for less than getting a 24mm 1.4G new.
Oct 20, 2014 at 09:12 AM
p.49 #3The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
My 135mm comes today so my 3-prime combo will be 24/58/135. Funny how it's all focused around the 58mm
Even though I go back and forth, I opted for the 24mm over the 28mm because it's sharper for me and I like the bokeh more. But it's 3x more than the 28mm and also heavier.
I'm planning to sell my 85mm 1.4 even though I love the lens. I will keep my $100 AI-converted 105MM in case I want something between the 58 and 135.
Even though I go back and forth, I opted for the 24mm over the 28mm because it's sharper for me and I like the bokeh more. But it's 3x more than the 28mm and also heavier.
I'm planning to sell my 85mm 1.4 even though I love the lens. I will keep my $100 AI-converted 105MM in case I want something between the 58 and 135.
Oct 20, 2014 at 10:04 AM
p.49 #5The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
Yup. I'm picking it up from the post office today.
Oct 20, 2014 at 11:47 AM
p.49 #6The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
My 'trio' will be the 20 1.8G, 58 1.4G and 200/2. They will cover all occasions 
Although seeing Jason's shots with the 135DC, I have to admit I'm lusting for it juuust a little. I'm trying to decide now if I want the 135DC or 70-200/4.
Although seeing Jason's shots with the 135DC, I have to admit I'm lusting for it juuust a little. I'm trying to decide now if I want the 135DC or 70-200/4.
Oct 20, 2014 at 12:19 PM
p.49 #7The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
I have an engagement shoot this week and a family session a few days later; should have lots more with the 135/2 to tempt you with. It's hard shooting around the house with a 135, thus not many samples from me 
Edit - Before Elijah says "I thought you quit"; I did. Ones for family, the other is pro bono.
Edit - Before Elijah says "I thought you quit"; I did. Ones for family, the other is pro bono.
Oct 20, 2014 at 12:49 PM
p.49 #8The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
Iluxa007 wrote:
https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3940/15379783309_3bf24bd3c4_c.jpg
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5605/15566548825_42458560a4_c.jpgGood stuff! Love the second one. Good job :-)
Thanks! been itching to get out and use the Df/58 combo!
DontShoot wrote:
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Man, you just find all sorts of cool spots to that get that nice flare!!
low325 wrote
my kids at their first pumpkin patch.https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3940/15379783309_3bf24bd3c4_c.jpg
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5605/15566548825_42458560a4_c.jpg
Thanks! been itching to get out and use the Df/58 combo!
DontShoot wrote:
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Man, you just find all sorts of cool spots to that get that nice flare!!
Oct 20, 2014 at 02:04 PM
p.49 #9The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
I somehow missed this swirly goodness from our trip to Rickett's Glen
I really don't know why I go full retard and not like this lens at times
double edit - yes, my wife is stacked and has a quad boob going on because of the chest strap she unclipped it pretty quickly
I really don't know why I go full retard and not like this lens at times
double edit - yes, my wife is stacked and has a quad boob going on because of the chest strap
she unclipped it pretty quicklyOct 20, 2014 at 05:56 PM
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p.49 #11The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
Quad boob! That beats the triple boob lady in total recall!
Oct 20, 2014 at 06:17 PM
p.49 #12The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
Stratford metro north, on our way to NYC
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Oct 20, 2014 at 06:25 PM
p.49 #14The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
Iluxa007 wrote:
Stratford metro north, on our way to NYC
I really like this one!
Stratford metro north, on our way to NYC
I really like this one!
Oct 20, 2014 at 09:07 PM
p.49 #15The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
I'll definitely consider the 28 1.4, I can't help but feel the 24 adds too much context... but then again I have the 24-70 so my wides are "usually fine"
anw here's my take of the day. I can't believe the lens still manages to make such bokeh while shooting fromt this far!
She Walks on Benches by PYKtures' Life, on Flickr
anw here's my take of the day. I can't believe the lens still manages to make such bokeh while shooting fromt this far!
She Walks on Benches by PYKtures' Life, on FlickrOct 20, 2014 at 11:27 PM
p.49 #17The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
such beautiful bokeh...
can i ask you to provide a 100% crop?? jk
can i ask you to provide a 100% crop??
jkOct 21, 2014 at 11:42 AM
p.49 #18The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
low325 wrote:
such beautiful bokeh...
can i ask you to provide a 100% crop?? jk
Sure! (Goes back to LR and slides the sharpening tool all the way up)
such beautiful bokeh...
can i ask you to provide a 100% crop??
jkSure! (Goes back to LR and slides the sharpening tool all the way up)
Oct 21, 2014 at 12:34 PM
p.49 #19The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
low325 wrote:
such beautiful bokeh...
can i ask you to provide a 100% crop?? jk
Definitely sharp enough
sharp by PYKtures' Life, on Flickr
such beautiful bokeh...
can i ask you to provide a 100% crop??
jkDefinitely sharp enough
sharp by PYKtures' Life, on FlickrOct 21, 2014 at 01:44 PM
p.49 #20The 58mm F/1.4G Thread
Those portraits are so beautiful I don't bother with 100% crop or sharpness. The rendering is so nice. Just need to make sure it's in focus (no front or back-focus) and let the lens handle the rest. Too bad I cannot afford this very unique lens 
Too bad I cannot afford this very unique lens Oct 21, 2014 at 01:51 PM