The ONLY 2 Lenses You Need!

[@mr.serpent6909]

1st thing i need is money

[@lukashricov9177]

Yes and second thing I need is more money

[@hotfootrabbit]

@Mike1984-lc9rh You say that like being on the internet equals not being productive.

[@jmarcos06]

@Mike1984-lc9rh you know people can work and watch youtube videos, right?

[@BigPaPaRu]

I started off with EF nifty fifty and 18-135. Used off Ebay just around $200 for both. Its a great start point I think if you dont have much money.

[@BearerOfLightSonOfGod]

Luck first I need the will to go to work

[@4968ace]

This is great advice for videographers and beginner still photographers who are planning to do mostly events, portraits, and landscapes, but keep in mind that if you plan to do more niche technical shooting (wildlife, sports, product, astro, microscopy or macro) you’re going to have little use for the focal length advice here. With that being said, the main point of the video still stands: it’s not all about having the most gear that you excitedly buy all at once and then are overwhelmed and discouraged and never use. It’s about actually leaving the house and taking photos with whatever kit you do have. As a wildlife photographer, I will routinely bring a 600mm telephoto, a 105mm macro, a 50 1.8, and a 35 1.8 in my bag all at once. Only rarely can I recall not using each and every lens on a given expedition. I know the feeling of treating lenses like fancy toys, and one day maybe I’ll be wealthy enough to fill my shelf at my leisure. But remember that ultimately a lens is a tool. So buy slowly, only adding what you really feel is a hole in your kit bag. But… don’t second guess yourself for having a focal length not mentioned in this video in your wishlist bookmarks. :)

[@SimonThiboutot-pq4gm]

So what is the best cheap camera to buy if I want to photograph the horizon and long distance picture of the topographic land ? I heard the Nikon p1000 is the best but it doesnt have the add on zoom lens .. so what is a cheap camera that I can had a zoom lens to do better then a Nikon p1000 zoom in ?

[@rev_dude]

@@SimonThiboutot-pq4gm The nikon p1000 has a zoom lens built in which has a wide range of focal lengths. IIRC it zooms to a maximum of 3000mm full frame equivalent, which you are not going to beat with any interchangeable lens camera with a larger sensor unless you get into really exotic telescopes. The p1000 is built for extreme zoom, and it absolutely does just that. Don't expect good quality images though, pointed at the horizon you are shooting through so much atmosphere and onto such a tiny sensor that you wont be able to resolve fine detail. There are plenty of videos online which will show you what to expect. I just hope you want it to show that boats really do disappear from the bottom-up....

[@davenolan16]

​@@SimonThiboutot-pq4gmYou don't want to go with the cheapest. You want to go with Best Value for your money. Right now the Sony FX-30 looks like the winner.

[@WaitButHow]

I got Sony 24-70mm f2.8 GM II (studio video, walkaround photo) and Sony 14mm f1.8 GM (vlogging, cropping into 21mm equivalent for occasional 4k 60p) with the intention of not having to buy anything else. Pretty sure I made the right choices. *For my intended uses and my camera (A7 IV).

[@shem44]

I use tamron 35-150 f2-2.8 To replace 24-70 and 70-200. As a wide I use 16-35.

[@meif6302]

I own a 18-55 and one 50-250 zoom lense. As a beginner, I don't yet see the use of buying a prime lense... (and I own a macro lense but I barely use it/know how to work with it)

[@maktub411]

Totally agree with you. I have the same lens solution for a long time.

[@sebakrarup]

I like f1.4 so i mostly use Sony 24mm f1.4 and Sigma 85mm f1.4. I also have Tamron 17-28mm f2.8 and Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 but i dont use them any more!

[@jecoyson3617]

I only got kit lens 18-55mm its hard, but its work. Its defend also to how you carry your gear using your skills. But hoping can buy 35mm or 50mm or 85mm soon. By Gods will.

[@Thomasmcse]

Great video. It's always tough to find the right lenses for your needs when you start. I think everyone bought a lens which is not in use at all. So you forget about taking photos or filming while just taking care of the gear, much truth in it.

[@KhoPhi]

Folks, let's remember, "Less is More" And the Pareto principle, with the 80/20 rule. For me, I've always seen these 3 as the holy grail lenses - 16-35mm 2.8L - 24-70mm 2.8L - 70-200mm 2.8L WIth these 3 lenses, one can do almost EVERYTHING possible, _really well_, from real estate or property videos/photos, to weddings, to even beginner wildlife photography WIth the 70-200, one can just slap on a 1.5x or 2x magnifier to get up to 400mm easily. The above trio creates an overlap that solves EVERYTHING a photography/videographer can possibly need

[@GregorPQ]

I love the iFootage, too!

[@HGQjazz]

On the Lumix system I use 35/85. I also have the kit lens 20-60, that covers wide variability situations where I'm just not sure. Still, only about $1500 in lenses.

[@wesbriggs1709]

Needed a good zoom lens for my fx30, only have the one 15mm Sony G-lens good call!

[@SP-ly3vd]

I own one lens: RF 28-70 f2 . I'm hoping Canon makes an equally fast set of trinity lenses. maybe a 14-28 f2 and a 70-180 f2.

[@fabricio44444]

24-70mm + 85mm 1.4, everyday anytime for everything. So true

[@nickmylon6896]

The only lens i got is exactly the same lol. I also have the sony 85mm 1.8 for my portraits. i shoot on sony a7 mark iii at the time.

[@dolphin4788]

17-28 and 70-180 is all i need. Id love a 14-35 2.8 thats lightweight. hopefully one day something like that will exist. then id really see no value in a 3rd lens

[@theentertainmentdistrict]

I have a Zv e10 and im filming a 4 person podcast with one camera. Any lense recommendations?

[@g0rgeos]

For me 85mm and 24-105mm an old Lseries

[@robertadams3666]

After 11 years of filming and photography I totally agree with this video.

[@stavrozinio]

same. being on crop since begining, 9mm, 18-105mm, and 56mm is holy trinity for me, and I could live without 56. most of my lenses are staying home collecting dust.

[@raymondchan837]

Same here after 10 years filming 🙌

[@truepaulesko]

I´ve been working as a photographer for 18 years and I find ,24-70 or 28-75 for that matter, useless. That´s why these kind of videos are not very usefull. Each person has to find his own method of working and the lenses that fits better for that way of work. Otherwise all pictures will look the same. IMO much more usefull 16-35 + 50 + 85 for example, or 16-35 + 50 + 70-200 depending on the environment.

[@aCuria.]

I actually disagree, and I have been shooting for over 20 years. When I switched to digital from film, I actually started with the setup indicated in the video. first the OG EF mount 28-75/2.8, and when I realized 2.8 was not great in low light I got the 35/1.4 Ultimately the problem with this is that you have 2 lenses, but are still very limited in what you can shoot. 28mm is not wide enough, and 75mm isnt long enough much of the time. You then have to buy 2 more lenses to fix this - 16-35, 35, 28-75, 70-200, and at this point the 28-75 becomes redundent because you can just carry the 16-35 and 70-200. Many event photographers did this back then on two bodies, but you can just use one body too. In my view start with a 35/1.4, not the 1.8. Then eventually decide on adding either a wide angle zoom, a medium telephoto, or both for a 2-3 lens kit

[@lewiss66]

@@truepaulesko Would you consider the tamron 20-40mm instead of the 16-35mm sony for its versatility?

[@derontompke]

Another really good option if you're looking for options to reduce longer primes is to try a 100mm macro. Sometimes I leave my 85 or 135 at home and just go out with my 100mm macro because without changing lenses I can grab closeups of anything from textures for 3d stuff, ring shots, b-roll, coverage of snack tables, portraits, merch, etc. Depending on the system different focal length macro lenses make awesome dual purpose primes

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Great point. 100 macros rock!

[@petnpetehomestead6126]

What brand of 100mm is that?

[@NiqHowie]

Macros are always heavy! Haha good thing I lift weights!

[@nakulanand4419]

@@NiqHowie lol absolutely true. Had to get a new and better tripod for my sigma 105mm

[@liquidmocofilmsllc4915]

I own the sony 90mm macro 2.8 and I find it has a hard time focusing... I wanted to take it out to catch my daughter's volleyball tournaments but I don't think it will focus fast enough to catch the action... i have it on the a7iv but i get frustrated just trying to take some candid shots at home because it is very slow at focusing.... any suggestions? I also have the tamron 28-75 2.8 which is also my go to lens and the focusing is great!!! So I don't get it. I almost want to sell that piece of crap lens.

[@DocBoA]

Using the Tamron 28-75 + 35mm f1.4 GM on A7iv is my most prominent kit. I also sneak in the sigma 16mm f1.4 in crop mode. Top Notch content

[@harshnarayan8164]

Why would you use a 35 1.4 when you could get pretty much the same result using 24 1.4 in super 35 mode?

[@JonathanHeresOficial]

I have 2 primes that i use 99% of the time for everything. 28mm f/2 and 50 mm 1.8 .. both in a7iv ... i dont mind moving myself around for the better aperture (Vs zooms) .. the rest of the times i do have a 70-200 and a 85mm .. but i barely used them .. the first two i can handel most of what i do ... also switching to apc-super 35 crop helps to have variety

[@Kenriko]

Pair: 24mm 1.4 G Master + 70-200mm 2.8 G Master - covers wide and tight nicely. 70mm is a sweet spot between a 50 and 85 but can zoom to 135 or 200 as needed. The 24mm G Master is just an amazing optically perfect wide lens. If I'm going with a single lens in a more open space I use the 50mm f1.2 G Master - in a confined space I'll use the 24mm 1.4 G Master. Two Peak Design lens holders on the belt to make lens swaps easy. No camera bag just the lenses and the camera on a leash.

[@Askaly]

I just looked at the lens holder you mentioned, thats like exactly what I was looking for, thanks

[@vincenzocelentano3520]

Agree, I've just added a 90mm Macro for some special purposes, but made your same choice.

[@mrmonday42]

I agree with your selections and I almost went that route...I just prefer 35mm so I went 20mm 1.8, 35mm 1.4, and 70-200 2.8

[@ytr8989]

The 24 on my camera functions more like a 35mm lens. So, I like the 35mm lens that I use for every day shooting. But, I have the 70-300mm lens, which becomes a very nice 105-450mm lens on my camera. He forgot to mention the 12-24mm f2.8?lens that would be better than just the 24 prime.

[@GreenDvL]

Thats my kit but I have a little Samyang 45mm 1.8 just in case

[@RicardoZuniga]

I first started getting bunch of primes and over the years I learned that I should get gear that was flexible. Doing more with less is much better.. now on my camera bag i only carry 3 lenses: Tamron 17-28mm f2.8 (gimbal lens) Tamron 28-75mm f2.8 Sony 85mm f1.8 (for that creamy bokeh shots and tight compression) Thats all I need. Got some macro tubes as well that I use with the 85 or the tamron 28-75 when I need those type of shots. Best thing about this trio is they all share a 67' filter size! Same VND and diffusion filter without the need to change step up rings 😁

[@seifenhasedreizehn4077]

which vario do you use? :)

[@RicardoZuniga]

@@seifenhasedreizehn4077 NiSi true color nd vario pro nano 1-5 stop

[@BarongoCalvine]

your take on 85 vs 50mm prime? I am shooting on Sony A7c newby with a Sigma DG DN 28-70mm f2.8 and looking for a fast prime for beauty shots and car shots

[@RicardoZuniga]

@@BarongoCalvine if its for cars i would say 35 or 50mm prime.. personally i choose the 85 as my fast prime cause i already have all the other focal lenghts on my 2 zoom lens at 2.8

[@RicardoZuniga]

@@BarongoCalvinethose 3 lenses cover all my needs atm, i also choose the 85mm cause how it isolates my subjects on my portraits and I just really like the look. When im shooting portraits with a 35mm or 50mm focal length i usually want to show more of the surroundings hence why 2.8 works great being fast enough and still giving me some nice bokeh.

[@KienQuanCreates]

Agreed 100%

[@jisraelgreene]

Roughly, how far is the camera away from you?

[@smallscalecinema]

Couldn't agree more. I've moved from multiple bags/cases to a large backpack to a small sling on most shoots (not including any lighting/tripod/rigging) A nicely priced 28-70 2.8 and a nifty 50 are my go to's but I could easily see swapping that for a 35. Great stuff!

[@chillbro2275]

Literally a weight off your shoulders. I had no idea about lenses and just invested in the 24 - 70.

[@anmolsoni9957]

I personally Shoot music videos more often so i find myself using the 16-35 and 50mm more often than any other lens

[@JamieSandel]

Another vote for going wide + telephoto rather than midrange. I find myself reaching for my Tamron 70-180 as often as any other lens - usually at live events to get really intimate shots. I pair that with an 16-35. I very rarely *need* the 35-75 range on full frame, especially not when cropping in can help me in a pinch. BUT shooting with a fast prime or “cine” lens is a unique experience and it is SO nice. I’m currently trying to decide which compact 35 1.8 I want to pick up

[@dishxpert]

I bought these two lenses for the Nikon Z system this Christmas

[@taufiknobo]

After quite a while It always comes back to 16-35 and 24-70 both 2.8 and both EF mount Using viltrox adapter with their 0.14 test firmware the AF works great on my sony a7s iii for talking head and B roll/ product shot Thinking about getting the 50 1.2 though for a prime

[@gabrielbessa6021]

rich

[@Havanu81]

I usually shift between either my Sony 24-105 F4 when shooting handheld during the day or my trio of primes for more controlled environments and/or low light conditions: 28-2.0, 55-1.8 and 85-1.8. This setup works really well, and the carry weight of the zoom compared to these three primes is quite similar. And both options cover the range I'm most frequently shooting in, with the extra 85-105mm range being quite useful when needed.

[@halfmoondigital]

Was coming to the comments to say something similar. I think the Sony 24-105 gets slept on because it's f4, but it's been my go to run and gun lens ever since I picked it up. I just love it's versatility and extra reach

[@arda_]

I am planning to get a Sony 16-35mm f4 and a Tamron 35-150 to replace my whole lens lineup.

[@JacobdelaRosa]

Big brain move

[@joshualaisequilla7264]

I have the Tamron 35-150 and I couldn't be happier.

[@bosshoss4785]

Where can you even get that Tamron 35-150mm? I haven't been able to find it anywhere

[@ViniSimoni]

I think that the Tamron 17-28mm f2.8 is a better choice than the 16-35 f4

[@himanshudwivedi784]

Go with Tamron 17-28 and 35-150 you'll be sorted.

[@JohnDennery]

The main benefit to this strategy is to free your mind from the irrational fear that your lenses are holding you back. Get a zoom and a prime and commit to honing your craft with those two lenses. Don’t allow yourself to believe that new lenses will improve your results. Put that gear acquisition syndrome to rest and just milk those two lenses for everything they’ve got!! Making the most of your lenses will lead you to a much higher level than expecting “better” lenses to get you there. YOU ARE the magic behind your content 🙏

[@taylor1212eminem]

Love that people take Random percentages seriously. 90% really. Based off what? Your guess? You need statistics at a min for the least amount of reliability

[@butchgo6130]

I was addicted to photography since the film SLR days and I amassed lots of bodies, lenses, and other photographic equipment hoping to cover all photography situations over the years. I'm in my mid-seventies lucky to have reached the digital era that practically revolutionized photography from the way how you can preview before you press the shutter up to how darkroom photo processing was replaced with photo editing apps in PCs and Macs. Now, I'm content to be using only my iPhone and Sony RX100 for photography.

[@RobollieG]

I've got quite a few cameras, DSLRs and Mirrorless -- Sony, Pentax, Canon, Fuji, but I'd guess that 80 percent of my typical photography gets done with the Sony RX100 V.

[@peeweebarney]

Mine is my phone camera. Mainly for convenience. @@RobollieG

[@NatesFilmTutorials]

The 24mm and 50mm are my favorite focal lengths. As far as zooms, I have the Tamron 28-75mm and 70-180mm. The 28-75mm is on my camera 90% of the time. But the 70-180mm gets used just enough not to sell.

[@sotocine99]

The only lens I need sits on my nose. 👓

[@kasparello]

I got the Tamron 17-28 and 28-75 and I agree with Caleb that covers me 90% of the time, sometimes i rent an bigger zooms lens. I'm thinking about picking up a Tamron 70-180 and I should be set :) the new Tamron 35-150 is a very good option too

[@tornoofo17]

I picked up the Tamron 70-180 to pair with my Sigma 24-70 but I’ve never used it. 😔

[@brauliofallas2741]

the 35-150 + 17-28 is a great combination and covers really 101% of what I need

[@mrmonday42]

@@brauliofallas2741 That's a killer setup, it would be perfect if there was a 2x teleconverter for the 35-150, then you would have wildlife, sports, and landscape covered as well.

[@ValentinA-nx9wm]

@@brauliofallas2741 but unfortunately quite heavy. at least the 35-150

[@brauliofallas2741]

@@ValentinA-nx9wm I don't mind the weight, in a tripod or with the proper rig and a v-mount on the back making it well balanced and not front-heavy it's all I need at least..!

[@giacomobunino3315]

Hey Guys, I’m pretty new at the world of photography; I own a Panasonic Lumix GX80, and so I was looking for high aperture Panasonic lenses, so I’m sure I can use them with my camera, and I found S Series 50mm F1.8 L-Mount Lens, what do you think about it?

[@MBimmer]

Have 4 lenses for Sony A6400 & NEX-5 and using the first two when travelling for street photography & portrait, third one for video & landscape(ish) and fourth one has been around since 2013 and works well while running and gunning - Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 - Sigma 56mm F1.4 - Sigma 16mm F1.4 - Sony 35mm F1.8

[@thorsrensen3162]

When I try to compensate for my lack of skills and good photos I tend to buy more lenses and sometimes even a body.

[@jonc9772]

mainly a photographer but totally agree. went to Iceland for a camping / photography expedition and only took the Tamron 17-28 and 28-200 FE. that's all i needed.even without this trip, over 50% of my shots this last year were on the 28-200. you can do a lot with zooms and i love the light weight and not dealing with too many options.

[@ekinuyar]

It's more like 20% of your lenses would cover 80% of your needs.

[@gabrielmachadobsb]

I'm really thinking about jumping to Sony just to have access to the Tamron 35-150. That and the sigma 14-24 would cover almost all my needs for most shoots. I'd basically be using just them and a Helios

[@Askaly]

Dont forget about the weight

[@henrytheturnip]

That Tamron is chef's kiss. I have one and it almost never leaves my A7S3. Weight can be an issue though.

[@jackd4575]

A version exists for EF you know! They released it originally a few years ago at half the price of the E mount. A bit smaller aperture at tight end, but really f/4 is enough. Much cheaper and lighter and with IS. What's not to love? (They discontinued it, probably to avoid competition with the much more expensive E mount imo)

[@godsinbox]

That tamron is a monster sized lens. you know, if you had a sony that crops in for video, then you could just use apsc sized lenses. and if you play it right, the crop coverage would be the same as 35-150. easier to balance on a gimbal.

[@henrytheturnip]

@@godsinbox Or you could buy the Tamron and get a better gimbal. Balances just fine on my RS2.

[@NickGranville]

had that Tamron 28-75 and hated it. Didn't like the bokeh, the lens wasn't as fast focusing as a native lens (in video esp) and it would often be off on the white balance. Sold it to buy the Sony 24-105. The extra range at the wide end is super useful and F4 on a Sony A7iii is plenty fine. its noticeably faster focusing in video. If I need lower light I'll use a prime. A winning formula I reckon is a 24-105 F4 when range is needed and a wide prime say 20mm F1.8 Sony. Not much that couldn't cover.

[@BDFilmsWeddings]

When I shoot weddings I use: Fx3 handheld/tripod with a tamron 35-150 f2-2.8 A7siii on gimbal with a sony 24-70 f2.8 A7iv with a sony 16-35 f2.8 These three are pretty much all I use for everything!

[@MentalitaHrvatska]

As a filmmaker, this setup seems great and the choice of lenses is also applicable for pure photographers, in my case I go with A7iv (used to A7Riii but the shutter was done and the IV was my backup, I figured it's good enough as a main), and a6600 as backup and for group shots due to lower depth of field, less worries to get 4 rows of people sharp. Lenses: Tamron 70-180 2.8 Sigma 24-70 2.8 Tamron 17-70 2.8 (groups or spontaneous portraits) I sold all my primes I had for weddings

[@acanadianwoodworker]

My 2 desert island lenses are Sigma 18-35 f1.8 and the Sigma 85 f1.4. I shot for years with just those two and was never really wanting for anything else

[@FilipeMeunier]

Been using the Tamron and I can't stop using it for events and promo videos. So useful it pays for itself in no time

[@JacobdelaRosa]

Facts. I debated carrying around a 28 and 85 prime but the reality is that I don't miss my primes at all. 28-75 is so clutch.

[@LoverOfTech]

That 35mm F1.8 G Lens is stuck on my A7iv. Happy with it

[@ankurbagai1056]

I am a fashion & travel photographer, so I have always paired 24-70mm with 50 1.4 on full frame and 17-70 with 56mm on APS-C. It works for me in almost all scenarios. If required, I just rent a 70-200 for shows/events and 14mm prime for trips.

[@yuxix3700]

I have 50mm 1.4 and it covers pretty much every scenario when I need people in the picture. The only exception is indoor when I can’t step back. Don’t really take scenery pictures much. Should I invest on 24-70 mm?

[@ankurbagai1056]

@@yuxix3700 24-70mm f/2.8 is one of the most versatile lens ever made, if you're going f/4 then go with 24-105mm for extra reach. It covers Architecture, Landscape, Street, Portraits, Events and everything in between.

[@TCcustoms_]

As always, Great video!!

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Thanks Mitchell! Means a lot boss.

[@hoanghiep6542]

falling in love with the fact that u are explicit and honest with us about commercial information in your videos. also, this video in my opinion is suitable and general enough for beginners, and works as a benchmark for lens choosing process.

[@thefilmalliance]

Hey man awesome video. So what mm/aperture did you shoot this headshot with? Thanks in advance

[@Fancysand]

Love seeing the tamron appreciation! I shoot on nikon and tamron lenses are just some of the best for the price. I mainly use a 50 f1.8 for video and a 24-70 f2.8 G2 that is just incredible for both photo and video, although i see your point about the 28-75 being smaller, my 24-70 is built like a tank!

[@BooooClips]

I legit use my 50mm 1.8 for everything

[@VoidedTea]

I too came to a 2-lens combo which cover 95% of my needs. A UWA zoom, 18-30, and a Macro Prime, 105 2.8. I don’t like the mid range, so never really miss it. I also use 2 bodies, so that I don’t have to switch lenses. A macro lens is very versatile, especially on APSC body. It can be used as a portrait lens, a short telephoto, and a macro lens. The UWA is my second favourite and is a lot of fun to use.

[@baloo1522]

Can you help me understand why the macro lens is great for apsc? I just purchased a Sony zv e10 and an researching lenses. Thank you

[@HandlebecauseIMust]

​@baloo1522 because of the crop factor, a 90mm on an aps-c would give you 135mm, for macro that's more detail and the background blur will be creamy.

[@superteamvideo1930]

Back then, you had no money, but lotsa hair, too.

[@djordjenovakovic9409]

So you want to be photographer 😅...two lenses 2.000

[@khosroshamloo2395]

after 12 days contemplating for buying a camera I like this video

[@nikkop]

Couldn't agree more! The first and last time I was travelling in Japan, I literally only had these two exact same lenses with me, and they were completely enough for most of my use case! 🙌🏻

[@imperial-gamer]

I agree. Before watching this video I was curious. After watching, I realised I bought 7 lens but I use only 2 of them

[@FitsTube]

The new tamron 35-150 2-2.8 could pull double duty and do most of what these do in one lens, leaving you room for a different prime (ie sony 20 1.8 or 24 1.8). Rocking that combo on a camera like the A7iv with crop capabilities give you a huge range of options.

[@kidcoma1340]

It weights 1.165g though 😬

[@RC-yj5sf]

35 is not that wide for some case. And weight matters.

[@arjenpolstra]

The lens is a beast. Ultra fast, super sharp and perfectly balanced on the a7iv. Once you use that one, you probably never go back to the lenses in de video.

[@gearbarrel6237]

My son just picked up the 35-150 2-2.8 a few days ago. I’m floored how good the lens is in so many situations. Sports shoots, weddings and street photogs. Definitely need a wide zoom or prime in the kit though

[@stopthefomo]

12 years wow! I have 2 primes plus 1 zoom I use all the time for talking head, product shots and in the field: 14mm GM and 35mm GM. Plus the new PZ zoom 16-35mm for the talking head studio videos. I sold my 20mm G and 24mm GM to keep things lean and clean.

[@Kenriko]

24 GM is one of the best lenses though. Can't imagine not having that lens in my kit.

[@fotomats8651]

@@Kenriko No. 14 & 35 GM easily beat them.

[@honestnerd]

16-35 f4 and 85 1.8 is another great combo. I feel a 24-70 2.8 is the "only" lens you need (not 28-75), but they do get crazy expensive if you go native Sony, Nikon, Canon, etc.

[@luisteo5925]

Agree but most of the photo shoot i still bring 70-200 as a backup. I don't use 24-70 because the length almost same with mobile phone camera range.

[@naeemalmalek3925]

Brother Good Review....sigma 35mm vs 50mm f1.4 whice lens i am buy for wedding and brithday cinematic video.....?

[@zoranm6432]

I’ve got the three Tamrons for my Sony Siii. 17-28 / 28-75 / 75-180. I can use the same ND filters on either of the lenses and I find this is a fantastic option which gives me all the flexibility I need. Love the Tamron lenses.

[@surfspotelsalvador2901]

I would say, as a m43 shooter, a Olympus 8-25 f/4.0 and a speedbosted XL Sigma 60-600 ~ 38-380 f/4.0 constant would do the job. If I add a prime to get lowlight, that would be the Sigma 40mm f/1.4 ~ 26mm f/0.9. So with 3 lenses and a Speedbooster, I Will get multiple focal lenghts.

[@kereisisjustas683]

Hey, what is this lens sigma 60-600 f4.0? I can only find 60-600 f4.5-6.3

[@surfspotelsalvador2901]

@@kereisisjustas683 f/4.0 only when it has been speedboosted...

[@CruiseControl1]

If anyone can offer advice I would be very grateful. I currently use 2 GoPro hero 10's for my KZbin channel which is for car reviews. I want my first real camera and would like two lenses to start off with, however I don't know where to start. I will be keeping my GoPro hero 10's for action shots (hood, roof, trunk, wheels). I want a great starter camera and lenses for pictures and video. Any suggestions?

[@lxhk3595]

In principle true, but it is so much fun to play with the different looks of the lenses. There are phantastic (and still cheap) vintage lenses, like the awesome Minolta 50mm 1.4 or the Meyer Görlitz Lydith or Oreston. It is an additional layer of joy in photography.

[@SMGJohn]

If you are still unsure what primes suits you, buy a pissy cheap zoom, try just shooting at fixed focal lengths with it such as 24mm - 35mm - 50mm - 70mm etc and see what you like, most cases its usually 35 and 50 which you will end up at, unless you really love wide shots all the time then 16 or a 24 are great. Why Sigma has not made me a 35-50mm F2 zoom is beyond me, but they should get going cause that be the perfect lens for a lot of people, two packages in one and they should try make it 450g max.

[@jeddsaliba8518]

i agree. i had so many lenses when i was on nikon before. but when i switched to sony apsc, i only have an 18-105mm and 56mm in my kit which drastically made my workflow faster. if a client wants me to use a specific lens, i can always rent it. saves a lot of money

[@realcoolvision]

Sony 24-105 F4 is what i use

[@nicolasheinemusic]

Guess u're right. However I love to have them on my cupboard lol. I actually use my Sigma 28-70 2.8 and my Samyang 35 1.8 or my Sony 55 1.8 for photos. For filming, I use my Sony 14mm 1.8GM, Sony 20mm 1.8G and my Sigma 16-28 2.8 most. Those are the 6 lenses I actually use... But I own 6 more I use close to never. - Tamron 70-300 Telezoom - Samyang 24mm 1.8 - Samyang 75mm 1.8 - Sigma macro 105mm 2.8 - Samyang fisheye 12mm 2.8 - Voigtländer 35mm vintage lense just to look cool.

[@dslrvideoshooter]

Need 2... Yes. Want all... Also yes!

[@jer3006]

@Nick, just curious b/c my knowledge is limited- why does the lens look cool? Are are you referring to just the lens or maybe a whole Voigtlander vintage folding camera? I notice they are sold on eBay. Seems like on a shelf, a Voigtländer 35mm vintage lens looks like so many others.

[@nicolasheinemusic]

@@jer3006 it certainly does not look like modern lenses. It looks like an 80s lens.

[@jer3006]

@@nicolasheinemusic Okay, good to know, Thanks.

[@Ben-ig3bf]

as a professional photographer I find myself using the 24-70, 24mm, 35mm, 50mm and 80mm primes the most. I sold all my other lenses (I have some special ones like 58mm helios 44-2 that I kept) But those 5 lenses are 97% of what I do

[@germandolgin]

2 lens and 2 cameras with one mount-perfect

[@Dj0sten]

I shoot on 2 Panasonic MFT bodies and I completely agree with your recommendations for standard focal lengths. My lineup consists of: Olympus 12-40mm f/2.8 (24-80mm FF equivalent) Sigma 16mm f/1.4 (32mm FF) Sigma 56mm f/1.4 (112mm FF) Lumix 35-100mm f/2.8 (70-200mm FF) I really only ever use the first two for any kind of handheld or event shootings, though the last 2 can come in handy a lot when I'm shooting interviews. The Olympus is on my main video body 95% of the time and it really only falls apart in super low light, but such is the life of MFT shooting. Something I would recommend as well to anyone reading is to try to have at least one lens with a real manual focus clutch on it. So many of these videos talk about whatever lens is cheapest but they're very often focus by wire, which is horrible for video. Like you can make it work enough for events and less scripted work but if you're doing any kind of narrative work, I would implore you to have real manual focus.

[@AR-vf7vg]

F/1.8 is NOT a "fast" lens in the fixed focal lenses department. Beets me why he ostantiousally 'creates' this notion. Also, at the time of this film the tamron 35-105 F2(!!) was out. Not even mentioned! The titel is a clickbait AND missleading, twice ..with the in capital word ONLY . He just needed a pretext for one more film.

[@faunatique5110]

For my favorite fotography and videos: macro and portraits, I had a long time say 13 years ago the use of tamron 60mm f2 on apsc dslr Nikon D3200 which captured 1080P 30fps fullHD. Was awesome at that time for consumer level, super cheap then and cheaper today. It was such a treat and for me a good multi purpose alongside a sigma 17-50mm, good entry level stuff.

[@SyntheticFuture]

I really like the 28mm 2.0 from Sony. Not having a ton of room to place my camera the 35mm was just a smidge too narrow. And the nice thing is that the 28mm in crop mode still gives you a "almost 50mm". Has decent AF as well (unlike the 50mm 1.8 that on my A7ii will hunt like crazy).

[@joshuachubbphotography]

My first go round with Sony I had this lens. Great little lens. Not enough love from the manufacturers for 28mm. I love a 28 and 50 pairing together

[@GeekTherapyRadio]

Kit zoom lens, nifty 50, and DJI Mini SE drone = tools for legendary content. Assuming you have an engaging story to tell....all content begins and ends with a story.

[@thrumyeyesphoto]

The Tamron 70-180 has become one of my favorite lenses and has replaced my 85mm Sony 1.8 for most shoots. Unless I need that extra light of course. I'm definitely considering the 28-75 for a perfect 2 lens setup!

[@Indo_chef]

I added a 16-35 f4 to my kit this year. Best decision i ever made. I primarily shoot weddings but recently got into real estate. When using multiple cameras having a 16-35 on one makes my workflow so much faster.

[@SimplyMinimalOfficial]

Hello, I know this is an old comment but was hoping you’re still active. I just bought a Sony A7III w/ 28-70mm kit lens. I want to get into real estate photography in my area. Any tips or recommendations? I still need to learn and practice my shots

[@musicmixx4154]

@@SimplyMinimalOfficial for real estate you also need a 17-28 from tamron on 16-35 from sony, or 14/16 prime full frame, also how is your game going

[@frankfeng2701]

Alternatives: Sony PZ 16-35 and Tamron 35-150 Sigma 24-70 and Sigma 35 1.4 Tamron 17-28 and 28-75/28-200

[@CiprianTrip]

I'd argue that 35mm is the only lens you need. If you need 24, take a few steps back with your 35 and you get 24. If you need more, use it on a 45MP camera and crop in post to zoom in. Or course it's not ideal, but if I were to choose not just one lens, but one focal length, it would be 35.

[@jodokcello]

35 1.8 is by far not blurry enough!!!

[@lemonsquareFPV]

Decision fatigue is real!!! :p Thank you for the sound advice!

[@AlphaCentauri24]

Tje difference between 2.8 & 1.8, especially in low light situations, has to be seen to be believed. It is huge.

[@CharlotteWithAD]

Decision paralysis is 100% why I've just switched from a DSLR to a Canon XC10, just one fixed lens and I don't have to worry about it

[@andrewwadid]

You picked exactly the 2 focal lengths that I use! I have the 35mm f1.4 GM and the 24-70 f2.8 GMII paired with the Sony A7iv and they work absolutely fantastic for my needs! Also I wanted to mention that I LOVE the new colors of your backdrops! 😍

[@dawoodmethar4639]

Hi dear, I purchased Sony A7IV yesterday. Exactly I am planning to go 35mm 1.4 & 24-70 2.8. I need to know for wide angle lens which one I prefer ? Thanks

[@andrewwadid]

@@dawoodmethar4639 these combos work perfect.. you can also consider the sony 20mm f1.8 G lens

[@northwestrepair]

Need a new list of lenses we can afford

[@caffelatteiv4962]

can somebody please tell me what's the equivalent on fujifilm of a 35mm prime lens?

[@HariKristiyanto]

Hope someday I buy best camera

[@praveenkrishnan4935]

Using Crop sensor A6400. Have a sigma 30mm f1.4. Planning to get a tamron 17-70 f2.8.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Great tutorial! Crazy question…does the 35 mm Tamron fit on any base camera? Like on a Nikon or does it have to go on a Tamron base? My 10 year old filming Nikon d5600 does not make the batteries anymore so I’m looking for a new camera. Do you have a link to recommend? I just film me at my office desk.

[@imagenatura]

On M43, my favs are Pany 9mm (yes, it's new), Oly 17 1.8, and Oly 75 1.8. I could use 2 bodies and the total weight would be under 1kg.

[@DickieDudgeon]

I found canon's 28-105mm 3,5-4,5 very good when bought Canon R6. I thought of sigma 24-70 art, but it weights more than 1kg! So I found one to try and after a minute or so I understood I don't want such a heavy lens and my gimbal isn't going to work with it. That's why my set is 28-105, Zenitar-M (ЗЕНИТАР-М) 50mm 1.7 or RF 50mm 1.8 for youtube videos and Vega-12Б (90mm 2.8, pentacon 6). Vega is a little soft at 2.8, but very good for portraits. P.S. 5:30 ИНДУСТАР-50-2 is very interesting lens, it is $10 or less and weights nothing, but it is good for macro. You can put away the front element and get the interesting result. ;)

[@Lynd8]

Nice idea but why would I buy a $2500 camera and not have a focal length available above 70 or so? I think these two and a 70-200 might work.

[@northpointstudiony]

For me it's the Tamron 35-150 + Sony 50 1.4 GM combo

[@kevindud333]

Good video. It’s funny…I use the Tameron 28- 75 and a Sigma 35mm f/1.4. I’m looking at the Tameron 100 - 400…maybe