Started out with an 85mm but would have gone 35mm or 50mm if i could recommend one. Find the 85mm better for headshots, but less versatile outside of controlled environments.
@Pentax674 жыл бұрын
Chris Fu 85mm for headshots ...? Study and practice more. Absolutely bad idea because you still have facial distortion with 85mm. 135 and 200mm are best lenses for headshots. 105mm is also a good idea for headshots. Avoid 35mm it’s isn’t portrait lens it’s a WIDE lens for paysage, scenery. 35mm gives too much distortions. 50mm is fine
@bunmeng0073 жыл бұрын
@@Pentax67 lol genius. Many pro love to shoot protrait with 85mm. Others use 35mm for environmental portrait. It's a matter of style and preference.
@Tamayo8082 жыл бұрын
@@Pentax67 sounds like you have to study and practice more 😂. Stop normalizing lens’s focal lengths and use your creativity.
@Athiril6 жыл бұрын
FE 85mm f/1.8 is my favourite recently, ridiculously light and excellent quality.
@slangdoll6 жыл бұрын
If anyone expects to just be told what to get and not figure out what they like to shoot or how they like to shoot themselves, get the 50mm on fullframe or the 35mm on a crop sensor :)
@IszyIzzy4 жыл бұрын
So pretty much a 50mm
@johnlewisofficial3 жыл бұрын
This video was extremely helpful. I just bought my first Canon camera.
@richardpcrowe5 жыл бұрын
For full frame, I like the 85mm and the 135mm... For crop cameras, a 50-58mm and 85mm are my favorites... I like longer focal length lenses for shooting people...
@Expedox4 жыл бұрын
that's some top quality info right here. since i'm shooting portraits with my 85 1.8 and looking to buy either a 35 or 50 as an addition to my photobag i found this video. What i found was a really good comparision between these focal lenghts AND a new channel i am subscribed to. Keep up the good work!
@selo44855 жыл бұрын
Wow. Seriously from all the photography youtubers, I think your pictures have bee. The most impressive to me. Artistically speaking
@learningcameras5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Joana!!! Means the world
@CanadianArchivist6 жыл бұрын
I bought the 50mm Nikkor AF-S 1.8G. The best! Love the lens. Great photos and has become my first choice to use before anything else
@jozosaravanja16266 жыл бұрын
50mm is one of my favorite lenses. 35mm is great for street and events. But 85mm is more special for portraits. As you said each has its own purpose but if i could choose 1 out of 3 it would have to be 50mm. It's so versatile.
@elizabethg16045 жыл бұрын
What’s the difference between the $125 and $400 50mm?
@GildedApp55 жыл бұрын
@@elizabethg1604 the price! And one is 1.8 and the other is 1.4. If you're referring to canon.
@elizabethg16045 жыл бұрын
GildedApp5 Thanks
@NBWDOUGHBOY5 жыл бұрын
get a 35mm & 85mm.. Put the 35mm in crop mode and you have 52.5mm. basically getting 3 focal lengths from 2 lenses. Simple...
@kalas735 жыл бұрын
@@NBWDOUGHBOY You are correct!
@richardpcrowe5 жыл бұрын
On a full frame camera, I like the 85mm and 135mm focal lengths for general fashion and portrait. For the same type of shooting on a crop camera, I like the 50mm and 85mm... For environmental portraits, I like the 35mm on the full frame camera and the 30mm on the crop camera. I don't like any wider focal lengths because of the chances of perspective distortion...
@kekrofl5 жыл бұрын
I'm a total beginner, but I've outgrown the kit lens on my a6000, now looking for a prime and unsure of focal lengths. This video really helped me get more informed and was a joy to watch. Thank you, and subscribed!
@learningcameras5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Johan!!! Keep in mind that the a6000 is a crop sensor camera so it multiplies the focal length by 1.5x. Because of that a 35mm lens on your camera will look like a 52mm lens. I really like the Sony 35mm F1.8 bhpho.to/2A2EDV3 which on your camera will look closer to what a 50mm lens on my video looked like or check out the Sony 50mm F1.8 which is less expensive and has image stabilization (great for portraits and details: amzn.to/2RjJSNl) and will act more like an 85mm lens so it can be more difficult to work with in tight spaces
@mr_pewpew5462 жыл бұрын
Love this video. It was so helpful guys. My only little gripe is that the background music was just a little too loud when you speak. Hard to hear.
@learningcameras2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!! Will definitely keep the music levels in mind in the future
@marcocastellano24515 жыл бұрын
Great rundown of lens focal lengths! I tend to stick to my 50mm 1.4, but you have me convinced to use my 35mm a bit more and to look for an 85!
@learningcameras5 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!! I used to live on the 85 but recently I've been moving to the 35 and 50 more often
@daniellepreyar5 жыл бұрын
Went with 35mm, perfect for my small studio space.
@Letsgogetlosts4 жыл бұрын
Danielle Lotu how you liking it?
@one4allall4one915 жыл бұрын
I appreciate keeping the videos short. They are full of good info and demos. Keep up the good work. As the setup goes, I use the 85mm outdoors but when moving inside I normally go to the 50mm or even the 35mm.
@thkdec16 жыл бұрын
I really like how this concise this video is! you guys definitely delivered your message and compared those 3 focal lengths in an interactive way with sample shots without saying "sample shot".
@Mattyp8435 жыл бұрын
35 and 85 combo all day for portraits! 50mm for details
@imalquanpredestin3 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@gregcorker21933 жыл бұрын
Have enjoyed your reviews and knowledge videos. I am a hobbyist with a Nikon Z6.
@learningcameras3 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!! Thanks Greg. The Z6 is amazing
@johnmesesan53316 жыл бұрын
you guys have some of the best and high quality videos out there! I'm surprised you guys don't have a bigger audience....
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much John! Hopefully soon :)
@srb9805 жыл бұрын
Awesome comparison of the different focal lengths and their best uses. I really enjoy your videos and the time and thoughtfulness that goes in them.
@learningcameras5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@stefanhansen58823 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for this. Next time, it would be great to see the same photo shot with all three focal lengths for easy comparison.
@geribrn64536 жыл бұрын
you guys simple have the sickest b-roll in the photography community in youtube.
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for saying that!
@hammadali9714 жыл бұрын
Great cinematic video, models are also great. ❤️❤️
@artsartemia4426 Жыл бұрын
I use all three lenses, but often switch from 35 to 85 because they tell me completely different stories. I think it's the 50 that I use the least. 35 mm is a dead fun lens, the 50 is versatile and the 85 often offers very refined and intimate shots.
@kurtsteiner83842 жыл бұрын
In prime lenses i use 50 mm 100mm and have just got a 24mm. These are all for 35mm film cameras. Hope it helps
@lemon584215 жыл бұрын
For weddings, I use my Prime Canon lens 35mm f1.4 on my Canon 5D MkIV and my Sony 85mm f1.8 on my Sony A7III...and yes 2 different brands! :-) I like both cameras! for 85mm to shoot portraits, I prefer the eye AF of the sony! :-)
@tgchism4 жыл бұрын
Great comparison! Your video creation abilities are so impressive!
@sgpork6 жыл бұрын
This video is amazing.. I use the A7Rii.. and my favorite lenses are the 35ZA and 85GM..
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! That 85GM is absolutely beautiful! That's an awesome collection right there
@JaMikePhotography5 жыл бұрын
Ok that intro was really epic
@briandives72714 жыл бұрын
JaMike Photography name of that intro
@BubblyBrie3 жыл бұрын
I currently own the 50 & 85 but I’m really wanting to include more of the background in my photos. After watching this, I think I’ll look into getting the 35 to do that. Thanks for the information!
@learningcameras3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Yeah, I used to shoot almost exclusively with a 50 or 85 but the more I shoot and comfortable I get with subjects, the more I'm pulling out the 35
@produceahit1235 жыл бұрын
Totally enjoyed the vid! Keep those shoots coming!
@emmanuelchacon89006 жыл бұрын
I LOVE your Good Taste! Exquisite shots(1:58 and 2:21) I know art/expressing is free, but nowdays most people lack composition skills and just compensate cranking colors on post pretending to be pros.
@emonymph691111 ай бұрын
Good video thank you. Wish you covered a few more like 20mm. I'm thinking of buying a compact fujifilm just for selfies and bodyshots the short lenses seem to be 20 to 35mm.
@flaviopresutti6 жыл бұрын
Waiting for those videos guys! I like your vibe!
@srgrohn6 жыл бұрын
awesome presentation, I always struggled when and where to use what lenses for portraits.
@saada78715 жыл бұрын
85mm are always my lens to go for all portrait and the other option 50mm it’s super nice if you want to engage the environment more but never tried the 35mm I guess it’s my next lens to buy 👌🏼
@CarinaCardenas5 жыл бұрын
Learned a lot of great things from this video! Thank you for making this very straightforward and to the point. Thank you again for making this great video!☺️📸
@WyvernApalis5 жыл бұрын
Would not recommend the cheapest Sony 50mm 1.8, spend a bit more and get the Zeiss 55mm F1.8 instead. Way faster focus with way better sharpness and better build quality. The Sony 50mm 1.8 is so slow at focusing (and loud) and the sharpness is pretty subpar. Although, on a tight budget, it doesn't have any flaws to make it a bad lens
@Traveljournalist5 жыл бұрын
My favorite lens is the Leica Noctilux 50mmf/0.95
@Imgdotspace3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic vedio ❤️
@soundpark_5 жыл бұрын
I’m in love with the first model
@Dan____6 жыл бұрын
that inside location looks amazing.
@Tdyrensborg5 жыл бұрын
This was such an amazing video!! Thank you so much!
@jblanc_6 жыл бұрын
I love this! You guys are so straightforward and informative and I appreciate that. Also, fellow Sony shooters!
@dudeiusmannigast15435 жыл бұрын
My favorite is my Sony 55mm zeiss. If I want to go 85mm? I just put that 55mm on my a6300, and bang! 55*1,5 crop = 85mm-ich
@oranethompson5 жыл бұрын
I love the 50 mm because it’s very versatile and easy to carry around.
@earlpeters22606 жыл бұрын
Awesome video and photography you guys! Great advice as well!
@stephenharte25666 жыл бұрын
Hi and thanks for this. I'm hugely interested in photography yet I am still very much learning so found this really helpful. I am thinking through how best to manage my switch from Canon to Sony and how to increase my stock in lenses. I know my style of photography is key to that decision, but debates about 35/50/85 are the areas of most debate in my head, so this has helped. Thanks!
@adden22425 жыл бұрын
I love the 50 and 85mm :-)
@RoyLovejoy19825 жыл бұрын
You’re awesome! Thanks
@khengteoh43186 жыл бұрын
At the moment my fave is my 85mm F1.8g on full frame
@ivonned325 жыл бұрын
Very much enjoyed it. Thanks so much!
@alexandalycepiazza45626 жыл бұрын
Just found you guys!!! I love seeing behind the scenes of your weddings!!
@JenniferChuCovers6 жыл бұрын
So well done! Love it! Love you guys
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Jennifer!!!
@nelsonkskim6 жыл бұрын
I own all three. Is it worth it? Do you use all of them? Could you give some examples of situations each lens you use for? Thanks in advance!
@MattLeeMorgan5 жыл бұрын
Tamron 28-75, Zeiss 35 and 55. I can’t decide what I love most.
@learningcameras5 жыл бұрын
I always go zoom first & primes second. What I would do is get the Tamron : bhpho.to/2klEbf5 (especially because it's usually in backorder for long periods) then look at what focal lengths your favorite images are shot at with that lens. Then later when you save up more, pick the prime that best works for that. If you find yourself zooming the 28-75 past 50 for most of your shots, go with the 55. If you find yourself going wider than 50, get the Zeiss 35! That's my advice.
@jaredbeals5852 жыл бұрын
@@learningcameras Just stumbled upon this comment and it helped me make a decision I have been on the fence about. Thanks!
@alamba784 жыл бұрын
Really digging your brooklyn hat. Where can you buy that?
@learningcameras4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! H&M
@abdelrahmanalnajjar8152 жыл бұрын
Hi guys thanks for the video, what camera sitting did you use to achieve thieve sweet backlit photos?
@learningcameras2 жыл бұрын
Hey! Pretty much everything was shot on the Sony A7III back then
@pinkfiffty30945 жыл бұрын
I think that was a good video that gives beginners a great good guide help them choose a lens, the only thing I feel like you left out is whether you're referring to full frame or a crop sensor which really changes things, I thought you guys were referring to full frame so I Google the camera listed to confirm you were talking about full frame, but would be good information to list and description or for future video that way it doesn't confuse beginners, especially since a lot of beginners will start with a crop sensor camera. Thanks for the great video :-)
@emmanuelmorales41216 жыл бұрын
This was a fun video! Made my moring
@ademola58034 жыл бұрын
Favourite lens is 35mm
@alirashid22696 жыл бұрын
You guys are just awesome!
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ali!
@cuptainj056 жыл бұрын
thanks. now i know how to choose prime lens
@allanmenard16516 жыл бұрын
Ah? Surprised you did not mention the fact that shooting a 35mm and even the 50mm will cause distortion if you get in to close in comparison to the 85mm? Lengthening the focal length will prevent that...
@johnp5156 жыл бұрын
Allan Menard Even an 85mm will have distortion on a tight head shot
@ktelecominc5 жыл бұрын
Use the distortion correction in PS?!
@kingweddingmedia4 жыл бұрын
The 35mm shot on the beach is awesome! Was there any flash used or just good dynamic range on the camera?
@learningcameras4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Just the dynamic range of the camera...no lights or reflectors in any of these shots
@kingweddingmedia4 жыл бұрын
Dan Watson thanks Dan! Loved the shot, fantastic! Hope you and the wife are keeping well in these challenging times.
@eddjhoe6 жыл бұрын
dude, your video color grade is on point.. how did you do that?
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Just use the built-in color editor in Premiere. Works similarly to Lightroom so I feel more comfortable with it
@6gwilliams6 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Dan. Cheers
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
You got it! Thanks for your support
@karim14856 жыл бұрын
Hey Dan, i went through all your videos and couldn't find a single review on one of them. All these are flagship Sony lenses and I'd love to see a review from you! Thxx
@CapturedByKen5 жыл бұрын
I already have a 35mm (possibly my fave lens) ...but my problem is that everytime I'm about to get the 50 ...I see the 85mm and I'm like ughhhh, decisionsss!
@learningcameras5 жыл бұрын
hahaha, I'm with you
@CapturedByKen5 жыл бұрын
@@learningcameras I went ahead and picked up a 50 this morning lol ... Figured I'd get the 85 somewhere down the line but I'm liking the combo of 35 & 50 I have now!
@bxg1908795 жыл бұрын
How 24mm F1.4 GM? Good for portrait? Would love to see a 24mm portrait review from you guys. Cheers!
@EDCGadgets6 жыл бұрын
For my portrait photography, I use exactly these 3 primes. When I shoot models, I usually grab the 35+50 combo, and for my other clients, I prefer the 85-50, or if the location is nice enough, then 35-85. I never bring 3 lenses, because they are 1.4 primes and it's just too much weight for whole day of shoots.
@avnerbenzvi87574 жыл бұрын
my is Nikon Z 6 Z 50 F/1.8 for portrait, waiting to Z 70 - 200 to be in market
@MegaLeonidovich6 жыл бұрын
Best 35mm 50mm and 85mm lens for my Canon 80D is Sigma 85mm f1.4 Art series in my opinion. Canon L series are really good but so expensive :(
@joanmedina28865 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for the 24 GM, to add to the 50mm 1.4 and 85mm... that 35mm looks like the better choice.
@videogamesare14 жыл бұрын
This video quality is crispay
@hanshans74066 жыл бұрын
Great Video... 👏 what Lens is the Best for Video ?
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! What camera are you shooting with? A 50mm or 35mm is my favorite for video typically
@hanshans74066 жыл бұрын
Dan Watson i was not sure but it will be the Sony a7III 👍🔥the xh1 is Great too but the Sony is Fantastic... thanx for the answer ✌
@toprockphotography86696 жыл бұрын
Depends on the PERSPECTIVE you want, and the FRAMING you desire. Once you figure that out, it has to be paired with the SENSOR SIZE, you have. There is NO ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL! Stop asking the wrong question, people!
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
Again, I technically agree with you @TRP. However, most people here are in the beginning to intermediate stages of their photography journey, just purchased a camera, and are picking out there first prime lens. Sure, if this was a shoot for a marketing campaign you should be figuring out the perspective and look of the image first and selecting your lens next. But the reality is people are picking out there 1st lens upgrade from the kit zoom lens and need are seeking quality and flexibility. I know that an 85mm lens is tough to pan with, difficult for gimbal use, and limited with tight spaces so I'm going to suggest a 35 or 50 based on the question and audience.
@toprockphotography86696 жыл бұрын
@Dan, yes. …And you did the correct thing in asking with what he was shooting. What I mean is, he is asking for the best lens for video, but not stating what camera he is using, nor what sort of shooting he is doing. I no longer shoot videos much anymore. I shoot stills and outsource video to a colleague. But when I shot video, (ignoring my VHS days, :-) ), I was not shooting on an F-type sensor. My current video camera is not even as large as MFT. If he had been more specific, perhaps that he was shooting KZbin tutorials, or short films, or documentaries, perhaps with an ɑ7R II, an OM-D E-M1 II, or an Arri Alexa, we probably could give some general direction for him to start with that equipment for that genre. As it is, “What lens is best for video,” is not a good general question about general equipment for unspecified use. That is what I meant.
@shcook37115 жыл бұрын
Thank u! Just thank you.
@rvboondocker25596 жыл бұрын
I love my 85 1.2: even more than my 50 1.2
@twmUX6 жыл бұрын
I have the 35 1.4, is sooooo amazing
@nakreb_5 жыл бұрын
50MM 1.8 ?? IS GOOD ?
@omarnour99866 жыл бұрын
hey man great video, im actually selling my canon gear to go with sony,and i wanna buy one premium prime lens,im torn between buying the sony planar 50mm f1.4 or the sony 85mm f1.4, i actually always tend to shoot a bit environmental portraits and prefer wider angel lens for my weddings ,ingeneral which one u think is a beter quality or value for the money lens? thanks in advance
@ian41096 жыл бұрын
I'm in the same boat, I would say the 50mm 1.4 based on what you mentioned.
@omarnour99866 жыл бұрын
i actually am never in this like obssesive decision making about which lense to buy , i use the canon 24 70mm for 90 percent of my work ,but i miss also having a great prime,and since im jumping to sony and unwilling to buy the gmaster 24 70mm then thats why it feels like a hard desicion. Cheers man
@infocusphotog5 жыл бұрын
I love the 50mm, But would love a 24-70mm, and 85mm. Where do you buy those posing blocks?
@christopherlance51436 жыл бұрын
Great video ! I need an 85 mm! 😫.
@Ibrahk56 жыл бұрын
Great video guys
@Mr.B.man.2 жыл бұрын
What’s a good lens for a6000 in tight spaces to get full body pics and great bokeh
@learningcameras2 жыл бұрын
This is definitely the best option on a budget: bhpho.to/3tA7Eos
@BienRecio15 жыл бұрын
Which one if those lens would you recommend for videos?
@learningcameras5 жыл бұрын
If your camera has a crop mode which many do, star with the 35mm or 50mm but probably 35. What camera do you have?
@BienRecio15 жыл бұрын
Dan Watson Nothing special.D3200 for now....
@learningcameras5 жыл бұрын
So definitely a 35mm like this would be best amzn.to/2KzpWDf
@cjsolomon16 жыл бұрын
I have the Canon 6D MII, I am looking to add 5D mark IV for a primary, but im still having a hard time deciding lens, I have the 50mm 1.8, 70-200 f4 and a kit lens, i been doing a lot of events, 5k, birthday parties, a few portraits, and a video/sound production for a church. I would love you opinion on my decision, i'm thinking 70-200 2.8 and 24-70 2.8 or should i go all prime...i do such a variety...?
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
For what you are shooting, I would go with the 70-200 and 24-70. Prime lenses are great when you you know in advance the look and perspective of the image you are going for in advance or if you want the wide aperture for blurring more of the background or shooting in low light. But with events, you are typically limited by space and time thus a zoom lens is always my first purchase. After that I start adding prime lenses for the occasions where I can control my shoot a bit more.
@cjsolomon16 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the quick reply, I was thinking of adding the 85 1.4 later on just for an all around portrait but 6k upfront is prob my limit for now until i can pick up more events and justify the cost
@moonysu61086 жыл бұрын
Pretty useful and thanks for the explanation!
@pandoraefretum3 жыл бұрын
I like all 3 focal lengths
@crazyblondy18905 жыл бұрын
I am using nikon d3300 and thinking to take sigma art 35mm 1.4 is that good idea ? Please help
@learningcameras5 жыл бұрын
Yep, solid choice. It will act like a 50mm when you use it with that combo which I think makes it better
@crazyblondy18905 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much your answer , i will think about your advice .Have a nice day 🙂
@GoodTravelChannel5 жыл бұрын
good explained
@Lesterandsons6 жыл бұрын
I love my 100mm f2.0 I'd like a 200 300 for portraits...
@DiviPhotos6 жыл бұрын
Great video nice job
@dolsgrg18506 жыл бұрын
Which is the best camera and lens to shoot the picture like model pictures??? Is there anyone recommend ???? I don’t have any idea for this ...
@learningcameras6 жыл бұрын
There are tons of amazing options so it really depends on your budget
@vincebaldwin28295 жыл бұрын
What Sony camera are you shooting with?
@learningcameras5 жыл бұрын
A7RIII but we have all our gear in a link in the description
@doablefilms93802 жыл бұрын
Wait, Adele knows about taking photos as well??? Cool
@danielc10784 жыл бұрын
I was wondering how far you have to stand to shoot full-body with an 85 lens. I already feel like I need to stand too far away with a 50 one.
@edenlim55424 жыл бұрын
i used to own 85mm prime from canon, and i hardly use, mostly with 35mm for most of the times, hope it helps =D
@refugioflores22264 жыл бұрын
i think 30 or 35mm its the best focal length for crop sensor .
@swaggynlex53904 жыл бұрын
Where do people get those white block looking props ?!
@doros9.26 жыл бұрын
Would you suggest 24mm 1.4 or 35mm 1.4 on crop sensor cameras? I can not decide between them. Then again, there's the Sigma 18-35mm 1.8.
@slangdoll6 жыл бұрын
dorosG9 On the crop get the 24mm if you like to capture family gatherings and travel/vlog more or get the 35 if you like to shoot individuals more or events where you stand back a bit further... it's like choosing between a 35mm and a 50mm on full-frame. When your watching this video, just image the 24 is like the 35 and the 50 is like the 35 for you... sorta :)
@doros9.26 жыл бұрын
Norman Weichel Thank you for your reply. That is what I did using tbe focal lengths of this video! I usually take stills of individuals, and, while the 35mm gives a slightly more subject-orientated perspective (and for me a great one), the 24mm includes some more of the backround, which I often like. Plus, I think the 24mm might be a more reasonable choice since I have a 50mm prime already.
@slangdoll6 жыл бұрын
dorosG9 Classic paring is 24 & 50 or 35 and 85... I like 24 & 50 but I am in it more for video work... anyway, if you already have the 50mm I would recommend getting a 24 or 25 or 28 somewhere around there :)
@doros9.26 жыл бұрын
Norman Weichel thanks again! My favorite non-telephoto focal length is 28mm actually, it is just perfect. Unfortunately Canon only has the oldie 28mm 1.8 and the not so fast 28 2.8 IS USM.
@slangdoll6 жыл бұрын
dorosG9 I'm on Sony Fullframe and my first lens was a 1.8 55mm, after that I got a 2.0 28mm, then I got a 2.8 90mm. These lenses are not good for video work so I ended up getting a full range of manual cine lenses. 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, 75mm. I usually only take 2 with me at a time, the 25mm & 50mm or the 35mm and 75mm depending on the shoot.