blueform Posted July 9, 2006 Share Posted July 9, 2006 Hi at present iam using Minolta dynax 7d with a sigma 18-50mm 2.8 II for candids at weddings, alongside my med format. Its not long enough for tight portraits,so i am thinking of purchasing minoltas budget 18-70 mm f3.5-5.6 lens. Anyone had use of this lens and is it up to the job. Thanks, James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert_paul1 Posted July 9, 2006 Share Posted July 9, 2006 James, not to knock you, but I'm curious. As it appears that you are a professional wedding photographer and make your living doing so, why would you want a 'budget' zoom lens? Wouldn't you want a faster lens that uses a circular aperture for portraits? Like I said, I'm just curious as to why you would want to go on the cheap for a lens that is important to your line of work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott_lewis3 Posted July 10, 2006 Share Posted July 10, 2006 you might want to look at a 80-200mm 2.8 to go with the 18-50mm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueform Posted July 10, 2006 Author Share Posted July 10, 2006 Hi Robert, i usualy use a Bronica sqa am + 80mm and 150mm, plus Mamiya 55mm 80mm 105mm. The 105mm 3.5 is excellent for formal portraits,not as sharp as the 150mm but the 105mm just has a nicer look. Thats the point. I think candids that are a little soft can add to the pics appeal. Therefore fast glass, circular apertures,big money is not always the answer to better pictures. It`s what works for you. Reliability is another issue. Regards Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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