50mm f1.8 or f1.4

nicholas1986 · 5th October 2002

thinking of getting something new
either the 50mm lens or the 24-85

btw is there much difference between the f1.8 or the f1.4 in 50mm? besides the f-stop

neway me not using 28-80 non-g want to geting a better lens for my sec4 leavers

ckiang · 5th October 2002

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Originally posted by nicholas1986
thinking of getting something new
either the 50mm lens or the 24-85

btw is there much difference between the f1.8 or the f1.4 in 50mm? besides the f-stop

neway me not using 28-80 non-g want to geting a better lens for my sec4 leavers

The 24-85 has significant barrel distortion at the 24 end. And at 3.5-4.5, not a very "fast" lens.

The 50/1.4 is supposedly better optically, with better bokeh and all, and 2/3 stop faster than the 1.8. But the price is more than double, so if you need that extra quality and extra speed, go for it, else the 1.8 will suffice.

And at the price of 24-85, I think you can consider a used Tokina 28-70 f/2.6-2.8 ATX Pro II as well. Who knows, you might even be left with some unused cash for film, etc.

Regards
CK

rayman · 5th October 2002

Hey Nic,

I'd recommend you to visit
http://www.kenrockwell.com

Look under lens review. His reviews are pretty good.

ziploc · 5th October 2002

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Originally posted by rayman
Hey Nic,

I'd recommend you to visit
http://www.kenrockwell.com

Look under lens review. His reviews are pretty good.

Erm... I think you need to read ken's review with a pinch of salt (sometimes maybe a large pinch)...

roti · 6th October 2002

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Originally posted by nicholas1986
thinking of getting something new
either the 50mm lens or the 24-85

btw is there much difference between the f1.8 or the f1.4 in 50mm? besides the f-stop

neway me not using 28-80 non-g want to geting a better lens for my sec4 leavers

i always go for large aperture lenses rather than zoom lenses....go for the 50mm f1.4 lens.......

kingpin · 6th October 2002

Strictly based on just what is mentioned in your msg. Technically I prefer the 50 f1.4 for its large aperture, then 50 f1.8. The 24-85 is last. The rest depends on what other lens you already have, what is your budget and what is your shooting profile. The 1.4 cost about 2x more than the 1.8. Mind u the zoom offer many good options especially in close with people.

nicholas1986 · 6th October 2002

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Originally posted by kingpin
Strictly based on just what is mentioned in your msg. Technically I prefer the 50 f1.4 for its large aperture, then 50 f1.8. The 24-85 is last. The rest depends on what other lens you already have, what is your budget and what is your shooting profile. The 1.4 cost about 2x more than the 1.8. Mind u the zoom offer many good options especially in close with people.

something which cost less than 600

Kit · 6th October 2002

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Originally posted by nicholas1986

something which cost less than 600

I believe all 3 lenses metioned in the thread are below 600.

nicholas1986 · 6th October 2002

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Originally posted by Kit

I believe all 3 lenses metioned in the thread are below 600.

thats why making me troubled cos dunno which one to get

zhoufang · 6th October 2002

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Originally posted by ckiang

The 50/1.4 is supposedly better optically, with better bokeh and all, and 2/3 stop faster than the 1.8. But the price is more than double,
CK

if you look at the canon lens, the 1.4 is almost 5X the price of the 1.8. $135 vs $620
It is not that the canon's 1.4 is exceptionally good or its 1.8 is less than other brands. The truth is almost the other way round.

Since you use Nikon the horizontal comparison should be useful.

clement · 6th October 2002

I just brought a Nikon 50mm 1.8D @ SGD$185 two months ago.
Focusing are fast with my F80S.

roti · 7th October 2002

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Originally posted by nicholas1986

thats why making me troubled cos dunno which one to get

aiyo......take 1 or the f1.4 and the zoom lens la........

kingpin · 7th October 2002

ya loh... the f1.4 and the zoom is a good combo.

binbeto · 7th October 2002

I belive the F1.4 is of better build than the f1.8.

Something the the same model with the samller aperture will have a round hole or an additional aperture blade. This will create a better background.

But for this case, you got to look up on it. I know 85f1.8 and 85f1.4 have this different.

If your wallet can afford it, go get the f1.4. You never know when you will need that extra speed.

roti · 8th October 2002

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Originally posted by kingpin
ya loh... the f1.4 and the zoom is a good combo.

ya.....trust me la.......

5th October 2002	#1
nicholas1986 Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: singapore Posts: 435	50mm f1.8 or f1.4 thinking of getting something new either the 50mm lens or the 24-85 btw is there much difference between the f1.8 or the f1.4 in 50mm? besides the f-stop neway me not using 28-80 non-g want to geting a better lens for my sec4 leavers

7th October 2002	#14
binbeto Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Behind a lens Posts: 2,382	I belive the F1.4 is of better build than the f1.8. Something the the same model with the samller aperture will have a round hole or an additional aperture blade. This will create a better background. But for this case, you got to look up on it. I know 85f1.8 and 85f1.4 have this different. If your wallet can afford it, go get the f1.4. You never know when you will need that extra speed. __________________ Visit my Homepage if you have time. Comments appreciated.

5th October 2002	#3
rayman Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Wherever there's a good shot waiting Posts: 179	Hey Nic, I'd recommend you to visit http://www.kenrockwell.com Look under lens review. His reviews are pretty good.

6th October 2002	#6
kingpin Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,414	Strictly based on just what is mentioned in your msg. Technically I prefer the 50 f1.4 for its large aperture, then 50 f1.8. The 24-85 is last. The rest depends on what other lens you already have, what is your budget and what is your shooting profile. The 1.4 cost about 2x more than the 1.8. Mind u the zoom offer many good options especially in close with people.

6th October 2002	#11
clement Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Singapore Posts: 59	I just brought a Nikon 50mm 1.8D @ SGD$185 two months ago. Focusing are fast with my F80S.