pil_h. Posted May 2, 2007 Share Posted May 2, 2007 Hi All, First, I'd like to describe my background - which is pretty much a beginner.I've been doing film for a year, but have decided to purchase a Canon Eos 20D. I'd like some recommendations on good lenses for fashion photography. Problemis budget-after the body, I've only got about $500. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carnagex_carnagex Posted May 2, 2007 Share Posted May 2, 2007 On a 1.6x body the 50mm 1.4 and 85mm 1.8 would be an under $500 option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommyinca Posted May 2, 2007 Share Posted May 2, 2007 I would get a Tamron 28-75/2.8 and a EF35/2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chr15w Posted May 2, 2007 Share Posted May 2, 2007 The ultimate would be something like 85 f1.2 and 70-200 f2.8 With fashion you need to blurr backgrounds and you need to go wide open to get this. Try to get as close to these lenses as budget will allow, consider ebay, I just bought a Tokina 100mm f2.8 macro for ?100gbp ($200) and its a gem, razor sharp at f2.8 close up and distance Dont disregard the Canon 50mm f1.8 on a 20d youll get some great results Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_fargo Posted May 2, 2007 Share Posted May 2, 2007 3 lenses I have: 50 1.4, 100 f2.8 macro, 125 f/2. All 3 are cheap as far as lenses go. They are also very sharp... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casey mcallister Posted May 2, 2007 Share Posted May 2, 2007 I would get a Tamron 28-75/2.8 + 50 1.8, use the rest for a flash, backup batteries, and CF cards if you do not have them already. Consider a flash bracket for better lighting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james_cope1 Posted May 2, 2007 Share Posted May 2, 2007 Pil, if you get a 50mm Canon EF lens, I would suggest that you get the f/1.4 lens. With the l.6X factor, this, in effect, gives you an 80mm f/1.4 lens which is a very good start for fashion and portraits. The lens is about $300.00 US. Also get the Canon ES-71 II Lens Hood for it, and it is around $30.00 US, this keeps out extraneous light. The 85mm f/1.2 is a superb lens but will set you back $1,800.00 US. If you go with another brand, i.e., Tokina, you might also consider Sigma. Irregardless, you want to use fast lenses for the kind of work you want to do. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pil_h. Posted May 2, 2007 Author Share Posted May 2, 2007 How large a macro should I need? I've read elsewhere on this forum that it's helpful/necessary to have one, up to 300mm. If this is the case, is the 50f/1.4 okay to go with? Also, in choosing, which do you feel is more important, the focal length or aperture? Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dves Posted May 2, 2007 Share Posted May 2, 2007 I have shot tons of fashion the best focal lens is based around the style you want I have a great friend who is an awesome fashion photographer who would use as wide as possible bringing in a background that tells a story, I prefer a 50mm equivalent so 28 f1.8 for 20d, the 10-22 would be my friends choice all outdoor shooting me I love studio, the long lens stuff is passe old school and not used much anymore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbert Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Are you shooting in a studio, catwalk, outdoors? All would have different requirements. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pil_h. Posted May 4, 2007 Author Share Posted May 4, 2007 Well, I almost definitely won't be doing runway. The majority will probably be in studio, and only sometimes outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calebcondit Posted May 5, 2007 Share Posted May 5, 2007 I wouldn't say that using a telephoto, 80-200mm range, is passe. If you're doing a beauty shot, a wide angle will give less than ideal results and a longer lens will give you great background blur. Of course for full body shots, the blur is kind of silly most of the time. This is why I'd recomend getting a 50mm 1.4 for headshots and a 20 or 28 when you want to include more the background (or just back up a few steps;). Getting a cheap zoom is a bad idea I think. Cheap primes over cheap zoom any day for way better performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dves Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 this is a great newzealand fashion photographer http://www.tonydrayton.com/ most fashion is shot F8 or better everything needs to be sharp sharp sharp! No soft backgrounds the clothes must be seen any softness is done in the lighting which should be flat flat flat! Getting the idea, fashion photography is not catwalk that is sports photography. Mostly you will shoot with 1 light check out Michael Thompson for awesome lighting, find the sharpest lens with low flare I wold aspire to the 50mm F1.2 and a sharp wide like the 35mm F1.4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spearhead Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 Caleb is the only poster who is obviously shooting fashion, he has quality shots on his website, so I'd listen to him if I were asking. Music and Portraits Blog: Life in Portugal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dves Posted May 8, 2007 Share Posted May 8, 2007 anyone who shoots pro doesn't post work of models without permission, keep it professional with your comments Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calebcondit Posted June 25, 2007 Share Posted June 25, 2007 David, are you saying I post shots of models without permission? I have release forms for all of my work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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