charles.K wrote:
Few test shots before tomorrow for a baptism. I only purchased the 24-70/2.8 yesterday and just received it this morning
D850 and 24-70/f2.8 G
Charles,
Congrats on the 24-70. I assume that is the non-VR version, which is what I have, and I have mixed feeling kind of relationship. I like the image quality, but weight, size keep this lens at home unless it is a family event, or when shooting theatrical events, etc. You certainly make this lens shine. I have been debating whether to take just this lens, or mix of three lenses for upcoming trip ( 25/2.8 , 58/1.4, 85/1.8 or 100/2 or 105/2.5 ). Trip has family involvement, otherwise, I won't even think to take 24-70.
akul wrote: charles.K wroteFew test shots before tomorrow for a baptism. I only purchased the 24-70/2.8 yesterday and just received it this morning
D850 and 24-70/f2.8 GCharles,
Congrats on the 24-70. I assume that is the non-VR version, which is what I have, and I have mixed feeling kind of relationship. I like the image quality, but weight, size keep this lens at home unless it is a family event, or when shooting theatrical events, etc. You certainly make this lens shine. I have been debating whether to take just this lens, or mix of three lenses for upcoming trip ( 25/2.8 , 58/1.4, 85/1.8 or 100/2 or 105/2.5 ). Trip has family involvement, otherwise, I won't even think to take 24-70.
Luka
Thank you very much Luka I would prefer the VR version but for about 700 USD in mint condition this was great choice. I needed one for today at a baptism and as much as I prefer primes the 24-70/f2.8 is a must work horse For portraits I actually prefer the older G version as it is sharper in the middle which is ideal. Stopped down to f/4 this lens is very sharp and I really like the rendering. Still early days For trips I much prefer to keep to about 2 or 3 primes and being a 50mm I leave my 58G on most of the time. But for family functions/groups the 24-70/2.8 zoom is must as often you miss shots. The other hidden aspect with the 24-70/2.8G is the eye/face recognition with the D850 is so fast and accurate almost like a point and shoot.