I have both. The 180 is very sharp; the 135 renders in a different, more artistic way. You can\'t go wrong with either lens. If you look on the used market you can find the 180mm f/2.8 (non-D) for $300-$375 (which is a bargain!).
The DC has a little bit of a learning curve compared to the 180mm. Stopped down I don\'t like the way the 180 renders OOF areas (it can be harsh or odd at times). I would go with the 135mm f/2 DC because of that. Having said that wide open the 180 is no slouch and at f/2.8 it really shines.
Oct 26, 2015 at 12:12 PM
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