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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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
