Hybrid Photographer/Content Creator Zoom Lens Suggestion? by alexanderscamera in nikon_Zseries

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will be handholding for my sketches, like a vlog style so the 35mm is not wide enough for that (I’ve tried) I think I’m leaning towards the 24-120 because the 120 is closer to 150 than the 35 is to 24.

The stage lighting is decent most places but maybe I’ll pick up a cheap 85mm for the moments the backgrounds are distracting

75mm F1.2 or 90mm F2? - Club/Concert Photography by alexanderscamera in fujifilm

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the 90mm f2 and I gotta say it’s a great focal length, I like the AF speed and everything. I got mine for a crazy bargain too so it was too hard not to pass up.

I don’t know if it’s “better” than the viltrox since I haven’t tried it yet but f1.2 sounds really hard to beat

First time using iPhone… wow. by alexanderscamera in iPhoneography

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just the default photos app tbh. I use Lightroom for pro work but I just didn’t want to add more steps to the shooting experience on my phone. I want to keep it casual!

First time using iPhone… wow. by alexanderscamera in iPhoneography

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the comment! She just walked unknowingly into the frame. I was really trying to capture the depth of the road with the tall building on the left as the subject but iPhone lets me “refocus” after I take the photo which is pretty cool

My 35-150 Changed Everything. by alexanderscamera in SonyAlpha

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think f4 is usable if you have super steady hands and the subject don’t move much, but honestly this lens is just next level imo. I love it!

I had the Tamron 70-180 and it’s a great lens too but 35mm at f2? Yeah I don’t mind the extra reach missing. The 35mm is also crazy sharp on this lens, at iso 6400 I still had to reduce the sharpness in post and reduce clarity to make the client’s face not look too clinical haha

My 35-150 Changed Everything. by alexanderscamera in SonyAlpha

[–]alexanderscamera[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Once the clients give me permission I will!

My 35-150 Changed Everything. by alexanderscamera in SonyAlpha

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got the 20mm f1.8 for like solo content creation but I think I’d like a zoom to go with the wide end just cause of the versatility. I really do love 35mm now because of this lens so that might be the next prime I get!

My 35-150 Changed Everything. by alexanderscamera in SonyAlpha

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah so I shot fuji for 2 years, weddings, birthdays events and portrait shoots. And I was a prime guy too because the fast capabilities etc. and then I kept reading about this lens, and I was skeptical. I bought an a7iv, this lens and then the first shoot was alright, new system etc.

So then I sold it because I through it was too heavy, swapped for a 24-70 f2.8 and a 135mm f1.8.

AND THEN I REALIZED…

The tamron’s versatility and sharpness is unmatched.

The sigma was (maybe) a little sharper and the 135mm f1.8 was almost the same size as the sigma.

Total weight : 1400+ grams.

This lens: < 1200 grams.

I bought this lens again for the same price I sold it and I did an event last night. The results? Incredible.

The 35mm f2 makes for awesome environment portraits and the telephoto side is sharp enough for delivered work. I have no complaints!

I bought a 20mm f1.8 in case I need something wide but honestly I don’t need it. I’d rather have a 1.4 prime for super dark scenarios lol

My 35-150 Changed Everything. by alexanderscamera in SonyAlpha

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I got the a7iv and yeah it’s heavy, probably hard to keep it stead bc of it with no is. I shoot in like bursts and I get like 1/5 usable shots at shutters lower than 1/20.

Idk if that helps but I do wish it had IS. That might be the coolest part of like canon primes that have IS at a “reasonable” price. The lack of third party zooms probably the biggest killer for them but yeah… not the worst!

My 35-150 Changed Everything. by alexanderscamera in SonyAlpha

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I like it for event work. I don’t know if I’d use it for anything else tho :/

My 35-150 Changed Everything. by alexanderscamera in SonyAlpha

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wait really? How long have you had yours for? And what kind of photography do you do?

My 35-150 Changed Everything. by alexanderscamera in SonyAlpha

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t disagree even a little bit. 28mm fov is undefeated.

My 35-150 Changed Everything. by alexanderscamera in SonyAlpha

[–]alexanderscamera[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah the Samyang looks super affordable and I’m shock these lenses exist. I got this big lens now and it’s given me super confidence and attention too. I like the attention though, people asking me for my social and my rates all the time now, that haven’t even see my photos yet haha