When referring to the 50 f1.4, they usually refer to the sigma one...
Canon ef 50mm f/1.8
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When referring to the 50 f1.4, they usually refer to the sigma one...
actually if u watch the review in drtv, i would say the price wise and the quality dont really match leh...but the speed is another saying
markratnam
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But there is a Canon 50mm f1.4. Is that lens better than the Canon 50mm f1.8?
Haven't been reading reviews since I got my f1.8 years ago. Still think I haven't pushed it to its optical limit yet. Thou at times I do wish the af is like the 1.4 thou.
That depends on what is defined as better... f1.8 is definitely better for my pockets
Halfmoon
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Crop and for food... maybe can look at 40mm f2.8 too... that will be 64mm focal length might be better than 50mm... :think:
Halfmoon
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I also considered the cost of lens... and 40mm cost is much lower than the 35mm... and TS seems to be on a tight budget.
Halfmoon
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It depend on how the User use the lens. Not much usage to you might not be same to other photographer.
Plus... it is up to TS to decide... The 40mm is a highly recommended lens too.
http://www.photozone.de/canon-eos/772-canon_40_28_apsc
BornAgainShooter
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This lens is permanently on my 700D. Good enough for most of my usage.
markratnam
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If you're using the 50mm 1.8, what settings would you recommend for a group photo? Cuz I can't seem to get everyone in focus.
huatman
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That has to depend on number of people, how their standing/sitting arrangement (1 or 2 row?), distance etc.
Group shot normally I will go around f/8 or more for larger group if possible. Most important get the main person (eg the Boss, Birthday Boy/Girl, Wedding couple etc) in focus first.
That would not be practical,
you will need to take group photos under sun light to get decent hand held shutter speed, or set up multiple flash light to get f16.
depends on the size of group, you can get away with f4 with group of 2, to f5.6 for mid size group, f8 for a large size group,
but first of all, you need to know how to get everyone faces close to plane of focus first.
Food photography as in???
(1) used for print / billboard?
(2) used for a heavily-read food blog?
(3) used for casual posting to social media?
If it's (1), then go read up a bit more on product shooting. Lighting, base, backdrop are just as important, if not more.
If it's (2), then ask what you think the 50/1.8 can achieve that your 18-135 cannot before deciding. (food shots aren't always the best with strong bokeh)
If it's (3), then just use your mobile phone and save the hassle of lugging a DSLR.....
But then again, 50/1.8 is very affordable so there's a lot less pain if you buy it. Just remember that your legs are your "zoom" when using it.
gundamseed84
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without considering if the food photos are to be used for what purpose, I guess you have to consider what style you use often in the food photos.
Some takes close upshots focusing on small details such as the key ingredients and the 'juices'.
Some take the photo of the whole plate etc.
In my opinion a 60mm macro lens probably would be more versatile for food in case you need to take close shots. A macro lens can also be used for portraits too.
Of course 50f1.8 can be used you have to know the limitations esp what is the minimum working distance you need.
Lastly the photos I seen so far that really impress are not so much from the lens but the whole setup. Especially in lighting and not forgetting the food layout design and props.
Some takes close upshots focusing on small details such as the key ingredients and the 'juices'.
Some take the photo of the whole plate etc.
In my opinion a 60mm macro lens probably would be more versatile for food in case you need to take close shots. A macro lens can also be used for portraits too.
Of course 50f1.8 can be used you have to know the limitations esp what is the minimum working distance you need.
Lastly the photos I seen so far that really impress are not so much from the lens but the whole setup. Especially in lighting and not forgetting the food layout design and props.
50 f/1.8 II:
Pros - Cheap, light, value for its quality.
Cons - Slow and noisy micro-motor, slow AF, cheap-feeling plastic design, flimsy construction, no distance window and plastic lens mount.
50 f/1.4:
Pros - Faster and more silent AF with USM, metal lens mount, full manual focus control, distance window, solid construction and better optics.
Cons - Heavier, costlier and bulkier.
One more con for the 50 f1.4 USM: Micro USM motor that might go 6 ft under somewhere down the road.