bob keegan

Thank you all for your helpful replies esp.David for his insightful description of the various lense choices.

I have decided to keep the 85mm. It was a hard choice since I have had both lens on my desk for a few days now. The 105mm is no slouch! They are both wonderful lenses. I would keep both but need the $$ for a D200. The 85mm is the best lens for me. Thanks again.

Happy Holidays,

May your studio bookings be overflowing this year..

Bob

P.S Note that I have given equal time to the spelling of lens/lense that should head off any issues. ;)

Wow...I didn't expect to start an international spelling bee. :)

From the responses it sounds like the 85mm is better for me. Can someone explain the difference between the 85mm and the 105 "fashion" lense/ lens. Why is the 105mm considered a fashion lense and what exactly is a fashion lense. Sorry for my lack of knowledge and poor spelling. Thanks

Happy Holidays,

Bob

Hello all,

I have been given a choice by old saint nick to be gifted either a

nikkor 85mm f1.4 or a nikkor 105mm f2. with defocus control. Yippeeee

!! Thank you Santa!

BUT, I am finding it hard to choose never having used these lenses.

I shoot portraits and some weddings using D70's now (maybe d200's

later). I own as a lense collection: 80-200mm 2.8 nonVR, 50mm 1.4, 17-

55mm 2.8, 12-24mm 4, I use dynalights in a portable studio setup. (no

formal bricks and mortar shop)

So, If you were me, Which one would you choose? Thanks.

Happy Holidays

Bob

Hey guys and gals,

I am going to a reception shoot in the dark desert. I am thinking

about how to light it properly for candids. It is outdoors with

candles on the tables and some white xmas lights in a big overhanging

tree. There "might" be lights around the DJ but I'm not betting on it.

I shoot digital only so I will bring my trusty D70 and a 17-55mm 2.8

along with a 50mm 1.4. I just got a lightsphere which I will bring for

twilight shots. I could drag my dynalites in and set them around (I

have 4 2040's with 45" umbrellas) Or I could rent some pencils and do

the 360 lighting but I worry about ruining the mood.

Has anyone been in a similar situation and can give me some hints?

What would you all do? All suggestions are welcome. Thanks.

Regards to all,

Bob

Well...I would not say "anyone with a camera" it sounds rude. How about" a mainstream photographer" also I would say a "high resolution larger image" in the last sentence. Then give him some photographers to try and call.

Just my 2 cents.

I would do some PS blur all around the bride and make her pop out of the picture. Just my opinion.

Bob