I know... another which lens thread!!!!

[W00DY]

SORRY....

But I really do need some advice on lenses. I am looking to buy the best possible lens for portrait (both studio and on location) photography. The lens should also be good for weddings (so at least 2.8).

I will be purchasing a Nikon D200 (or Fuji S5) at the same time so it should compliment this camera.

I would really appreciate some advice as I am getting confused with all the options (Nikon, Sigma etc...)

Cheers.
:D

[W00DY]

Fixed lens: Either http://www.nikonusa.com/template.php?cat=1&grp=5&productNr=1933 or http://www.nikonusa.com/template.php?cat=1&grp=5&productNr=1931.

I know it's a big honker, but this lens http://www.nikonusa.com/template.php?cat=1&grp=5&productNr=2139 is terrific for a variety of situations.

For close-in work, this little economy model http://www.nikonusa.com/template.php?cat=1&grp=5&productNr=2137 or it's more spendy 1.4 version http://www.nikonusa.com/template.php?cat=1&grp=5&productNr=1902 are sweet!

All are fast and very sharp. The bokeh from the 85 mm is legendary. Also check out http://www.nikonusa.com/template.php?cat=1&grp=5&productNr=1932 for the portrait side of things.

Open your wallet and give it a good shake.

Thanks for the reply... All the lenses that I have been thinking off :rofl

I love the look of the 85mm 1.4, I know it is worth the $$$ I am wondering if I had the 50mm 1.4 and the 85mm 1.4 would that be enough for the majority of situations? Would I need longer reach? woudl I need to go wider?

remember mainly for portrait work in a studio or on location. would the 105mm be to long in most situations?

[jthomas]

I don't own one, but from what I read the Nikkor 28-70/2.8 would cover your needs very well.

If you get the 85/1.4 (a very special-purpose portrait lens in my estimation), a better complement may be the Nikkor 35/f2.

[W00DY]

(a very special-purpose portrait lens in my estimation)

Hi Mate,

By this do you mean it has limited versatility?

Cheers.