Nikon 85mm f1.4 or 17-55mm f2.8

[Numnumball]

yes.. my cam is d300. im not intend to change to full frame just yet or anytime later..
and yes.. im also intending to sell off my 18-200 lens even though it is a good lens because of its zoom range but if its f2.8 through out thn i would love it even better!

u mentioned 50mm 1.4, which one would be better?
the new 50mm f/1.4G or the 50mm f/1.4D ?

Personally dun see any difference in terms of optical perfomance and sharpenss, color contrast etc between the 2, apart form its AF noise the D version makes and the focus ring it move which means ur hands must stay off (G version has SWM)

Bear in mind the G version has serious barrel distortions but buter ergonomics.

i hv the old and am lovin it. I rather keep the 300+ diff and get sth else.

Alot ppl selling the D ver in B/S nwadays (for somehow i dun understand why:dunno

u can get gd sharp used copy for ard 400 nwadays

 

[DinoSG]

85mm f3.5g dx version is out on sg nikon website...perharps you might want to consider this too?

 

[staz]

85mm is absolutely flattering for portraiture with almost no distortion.

However, if you shoot event more often, i dont recommend u using this. else for travelling get a 28mm to pair up with this lens. it will be perfect.

you will probably sell off your 70-200 as soon as you get the 85mm due to its weight advantage.

 

[Omega23]

Why dun u consider this combo..

Spending the amount to get 17-55 f2.8 i rather u get the tamron 17-50mm F2.8 + nikkor 85mm F1.4.... No point spending so much for a DX lens.

 

[Hexlord]

Why dun u consider this combo..

Spending the amount to get 17-55 f2.8 i rather u get the tamron 17-50mm F2.8 + nikkor 85mm F1.4.... No point spending so much for a DX lens.

Sounds like a better combination... the Nikkor 17-55 is good but very pricey.

I do use the 85mm on walkabouts before... its lighter than a 70-200 lens that's for sure (of course, with less flexibility lar).

 

[xintothezonex]

85mm f3.5g dx version is out on sg nikon website...perharps you might want to consider this too?

hmm.. f3.5?
dont think i would want to consider that.. due to its f3.5
sorry.

you will probably sell off your 70-200 as soon as you get the 85mm due to its weight advantage.

not gonna sell my 70-200 as I do shoot sports most of the time as well.
love this lens too much even though its heavy!
hehee..

 

[rezifier]

I think choose 85mm F1.4 everybody said good for bokeh and i agreed. I have only 85mm F1.8 but i would say not bad. However im still prefer 1.4 because of 77mm lens circum but need throw addt'l $$$.

 

[xintothezonex]

I think choose 85mm F1.4 everybody said good for bokeh and i agreed. I have only 85mm F1.8 but i would say not bad. However im still prefer 1.4 because of 77mm lens circum but need throw addt'l $$$.

most if not everyone will surely love f1.4..
gonna rent 85mm f1.4 again this weekend just to see the amazing bokeh in the pics..

 

[Cactus jACK]

i'd go for the 17-55, and if you really want to save money on the 85 range, either use your 70-200 or get the f/1.8.

 

[plasticeye]

get the 17-55mm... then after that... 105mm will suit you best compared to the 85mm hehehehe

 

[yao86]

Same here!

:think: I vote for 17-55mm f2.8 for your case.

Great feel and the bokeh is more than enough!

Nice Zoom Lens! :thumbsup:

 

[puakkui]

different lens with different function.
what do you need most ?
portrait ? then go for 85/1.4.
landscape and walkaround ? then go for 17-55/2.8