 Jodi M. Walsh |
Lens Choices for Portraiture I have an old Tokina lens 28-80mm, and I'm looking to upgrade it. I have a Canon XT DSLR and I do a lot of portrait shooting (semi-professional) - mostly young children. Some friend have recommended the Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L, and I'm wondering it would be a big enough difference from what I have to justify the expense or should I go another route. Thanks.
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- Carlton Ward Contact Carlton Ward Carlton Ward's Gallery |
Hello Jodi, I had the 28-75mm Tamron and sold it to get the 24-70mm Canon L and am happy I did as the 24-70 is a great lens. For portraits you can also use a prime lens, and the 50mm f/1.4 or the 85mm f/1.8 are very good lenses in the $300 range. I would definitely consider the 24-70 f/2.8 L or the 135mm f/2 L if you are ready to upgrade. Hope this helps.
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John G. Clifford Jr |
You know, another great lens is the Sigma 24-70/2.8 EX DG. You can pick these up for around $400, and you'll get a lens that performs up to the 'L' glass for about half the price, or less. If performance is more important than a label, this would be a good way to go. I have this lens, and it is tack-sharp, quick-focusing, and is a great lens for both formal portraiture and for candids at events where you mingle with the crowd.
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Jodi M. Walsh |
thank you so so much for your responses Carlton and John. i've been trying to research lenses for some time now but I really get bogged down in the technical jargon of it all. I don't want to just go with the most expensive but I do want a quality lens. the sigma sounds like it's one to look into. now to really make a decision :-)
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