Which is the one nikon lens you can't do wtihout for FX

[Numnumball]

Voigtlander 20mm f3.5.....on my cam 75% of the time

But the poll reads " what's the one Nikon lens.... " leh... ;p

 

[Danntbt]

..well then there is no one lens I cannot do without... I am happy with my non-nikon....sorry for intruding then.

 

[Numnumball]

..well then there is no one lens I cannot do without... I am happy with my non-nikon....sorry for intruding then.

Haa.. no worries bro~!

 

[weijing]

going into FX soon. will get the 24-70mm f/2.8 first then the 70-200mm f/2.8 haha =)

 

[Numnumball]

going into FX soon. will get the 24-70mm f/2.8 first then the 70-200mm f/2.8 haha =)

Good for u Welcome u to the FX Family

 

[fevernova]

I'm actually thinking of getting a couple more lenses. Since I don't do events or anything, mostly its walkabout travel photog or shots, I've gotten myself a AF 50mm f/1.8D.

I need something wider and was wondering the new 24mm F1.4 or 14-24 F2.8 or 17-35 F2.8...Can't make up my mind for a wide angle one....

Probably another one to cover distance would be a 135mm DC....:dunno:

 

[fevernova]

In fact, I can't really make up my mind...Was thinking of going the Prime Lens route, with a 24, 50, 85/135 setup.....

 

[giantcanopy]

i ain't got nikon fx dslrs but i would imagine the 24-70 to be pretty useful for me

ryan

 

[Numnumball]

In fact, I can't really make up my mind...Was thinking of going the Prime Lens route, with a 24, 50, 85/135 setup.....

Bro, since u mainly shoot travel n can settle without the convenience of zooming, go for primes.. Actually only urself know what kind focal length do u normally use n ur comfort at it..

Take me for instance: I the lazy sort, I will go by the 24-70 for almost everything if I m not shooting lanscape, portraits or macro

HTH

 

[Numnumball]

i ain't got nikon fx dslrs but i would imagine the 24-70 to be pretty useful for me

ryan

Ryan, ever ponder taking the FX route oneday?

 

[fevernova]

Bro, since u mainly shoot travel n can settle without the convenience of zooming, go for primes.. Actually only urself know what kind focal length do u normally use n ur comfort at it..

Take me for instance: I the lazy sort, I will go by the 24-70 for almost everything if I m not shooting lanscape, portraits or macro

HTH

I don't know....I've never tried the 14-24 before and was wondering if 14 was abit of an overkill....Which is why I'm thinking twice before deciding on the 24mm F1.4.....As for the 85/135, really got no idea.....But either way, I see myself settling for something wide first....

 

[Lord Soth]

I don't know....I've never tried the 14-24 before and was wondering if 14 was abit of an overkill....Which is why I'm thinking twice before deciding on the 24mm F1.4.....As for the 85/135, really got no idea.....But either way, I see myself settling for something wide first....

Ha ha.... I've gone down that 14-24 route.

The 14mm is most useful in enclosed places, e.g. when visiting the living quarters used by famous people in the past. With so many tourists crammed into a small room and no more room behind, the 14mm really works wonders and is definitely not an overkill.

On the other hand, I had a hard time climbing the Great Wall in China with a D700 + 14-24! :bsmilie:

So for travelling light, a prime lens is still the best option for me, which is why I am currently using the 20mm prime lens as my workhorse.

The 24mm f/1.4 really sounds intriguing. Will seriously consider since it is smaller and lighter than the 14-24.

 

[giantcanopy]

Ryan, ever ponder taking the FX route oneday?

For nikon, I will be on their DX till some time later, no spare cash leh... meanwhile FF on the other camp enjoying their 1.2/1.4 primes :bsmilie:

ryan

 

[fevernova]

In fact, I find myself pondering over the 17~35 or the 14-24.....

 

[Numnumball]

I don't know....I've never tried the 14-24 before and was wondering if 14 was abit of an overkill....Which is why I'm thinking twice before deciding on the 24mm F1.4.....As for the 85/135, really got no idea.....But either way, I see myself settling for something wide first....

Go with ur heart will be my advice, though prior to making any harsh decisions, pls consider putting ur wants first against ur needs..

And whether if the lens suits ur style of shooting; suggest u rent the lens u interested in for a day or two and try out whether it suits ur style of shooting before u commit?

HTH bro

 

[Numnumball]

Ha ha.... I've gone down that 14-24 route.

The 14mm is most useful in enclosed places, e.g. when visiting the living quarters used by famous people in the past. With so many tourists crammed into a small room and no more room behind, the 14mm really works wonders and is definitely not an overkill.

On the other hand, I had a hard time climbing the Great Wall in China with a D700 + 14-24! :bsmilie:

So for travelling light, a prime lens is still the best option for me, which is why I am currently using the 20mm prime lens as my workhorse.

The 24mm f/1.4 really sounds intriguing. Will seriously consider since it is smaller and lighter than the 14-24.

But for those who are crazy on UWAs, the likes of 14-24/17-35/or the upcoming 16-35 is still indispensable..Imho...

 

[Numnumball]

For nikon, I will be on their DX till some time later, no spare cash leh... meanwhile FF on the other camp enjoying their 1.2/1.4 primes :bsmilie:

ryan

Our camp too mah seen alot fellow nikonians having plenty of fun and satisfaction with our 851.4/105dc2/135dc2 etc...

 

[fevernova]

Go with ur heart will be my advice, though prior to making any harsh decisions, pls consider putting ur wants first against ur needs..

And whether if the lens suits ur style of shooting; suggest u rent the lens u interested in for a day or two and try out whether it suits ur style of shooting before u commit?

HTH bro

But for those who are crazy on UWAs, the likes of 14-24/17-35/or the upcoming 16-35 is still indispensable..Imho...

I know I need a wide angle that's for sure as I find myself often needing to move back alot for shots due to limitations of the 50mm...But I'm torn between 14-24 and 17-35...Both are roughly of the same price...One is slightly wider but has lesser zoom range while the other one has more zoom range but is slightly narrower...One accepts filters whereas one doesn't....

Its tempting of course to go all out on Primes alone, e.g. a 14mm, 50mm and a 85mm setup but I'll be going over to korea this coming June so I don't think its good to bring along 3 lenses as its a little too troublesome....

 

[Numnumball]

I know I need a wide angle that's for sure as I find myself often needing to move back alot for shots due to limitations of the 50mm...But I'm torn between 14-24 and 17-35...Both are roughly of the same price...One is slightly wider but has lesser zoom range while the other one has more zoom range but is slightly narrower...One accepts filters whereas one doesn't........

Bro, u already know the answers ard don't u?

Just to share, i was in a similar dilenmma like u before. But i did not not hesitate in thinking too long in picking 17-35 as my UWA.

Reason being :

1. I can compromise with the loss in 14-17mm wideness and a minor minor loss in IQ comparatively among the 2. (14-24 is known to be the sharpest UWA around)

2. I need the more practival zoom range of 17-35mm, knowing that it can double up as a walk ard lens for me on FX rather than jus a UWA.

3. Filters(CPL/ND/GND) is essential and critical for me landscape pursuits in creativity opportunities.

4. Weight of 14-24 is overwhelming (IKG)

5. 14-24 is not for the timid (like me) as it can;t take on protective filters as the front elements protrude at 14mm..

Its tempting of course to go all out on Primes alone, e.g. a 14mm, 50mm and a 85mm setup but I'll be going over to korea this coming June so I don't think its good to bring along 3 lenses as its a little too troublesome....

U addressed that as well.. so let it go..

HTH bro

 

[N-user]

HTH bro

Bro, just curious, simi is HTH.... :dunno:

I only know HTSYS....... Hope to See You Soon (with a D700)..... :lovegrin: