85mm - Why I HIGHLY Recommend It! | More than Just Portraits!

[@LuisMarquez80]

i had to wipe my monitor after your "sponsored by Zeiss" line.

[@JasonVong]

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[@CesarMartinez-zb1zb]

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[@TechnoMega]

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[@ekkanofiqandriyana7325]

hahahahahahahaaaaa spot ON .!!

[@kevindturner]

A few years back I did not like the 85 focal point at all , now I can’t live without it.

[@richardbudai9590]

I am the same all I need for wedding is my 35mm and 85mm and I am covered. All my clients love the results too. I have not touched my 24-70 2.8 for months.

[@afnanazhar7289]

Richard Budai do you have 2 camera during the event or swap lens?

[@careylymanjones]

A less expensive lens that gets you in the ballpark is the Samyang 75mm f/1.8. Incredibly lightweight and compact, and currently runs about $330. Sharp, good AF, really light and compact.

[@GregKPerry]

This boils down to two things: 1.) the 85mm forces you to do the work inside the camera (and with your feet), where it should be done. 2.) If you have a talking head in your video (not a VLOG), then 85mm gives you that distance to remain personal, yet your subject will not feel crowded. The 85mm Batis is spectacular, and I've owned quite a few 85s in my career. Good video.

[@JasonVong]

Thanks for sharing your insight greg!!

[@natashanicole7408]

Have you tried the 85GM Greg?

[@GregKPerry]

@@natashanicole7408 I have not tried the 85GM, Natasha. I use the Batis on an almost daily basis, though. I'm sure I'd like the f/1.4 of the GM. Perhaps one day.

[@pasikesrinathreddy5094]

@@JasonVong can you donate that one camera for me sony a7iii which i been trying to buy one for my job

[@estebonix]

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[@plowmanjoe]

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[@FPJBatangQuiapoOfficial]

Yes, I do agree with you! But I watched the entireAds because I feel the same way as a KZbinr.

[@karanjain2060]

90mm 2.8 ‘macro’ is equally good (focal length and bokeh), sharper and more versatile (macro 1:1)... and I love it

[@wiryantirta]

0:36: nevermind 85s, you don't see ANY tourist with a prime lens. They're all on kit lens.

[@michaelfilofficial]

85mm is a great lens for full frame. Crop sensor folks, stick to 50mm.

[@stantheman3674]

Really? I was debating between sigma 56 and sony 85 for my crop sensor... why do u say stick with 50

[@michaelfilofficial]

@@stantheman3674 Just based on the crop factor. 50mm would be the equivalent of about 75mm to 80mm on most crop sensors, which gets you close to the focal length Jason is talking about. An 85mm lens on crop sensor would be 135mm or beyond. Granted, all that matters is the effect you're going for.

[@trym2121]

@@stantheman3674 85mm on crop sensor is 135mm. That's a telephoto. E.g for human subject, You gotta backaway couple meters away from your subject to get full body shot. Just try it yourself, it's not really a nice feeling

[@bobhuang2944]

Yeah, on Canons, 50mm on full frame is 50X1.6=80mm on crop frame, close enough to an 85mm.

[@stevemozzie6497]

85mm on a D500 for snapping runners. Absolutely magic!

[@srikzzzNEXTCR7]

Beginner photographer here. Was a bit skeptical to get a 50mm lens as my second lens for my crop sensor camera (Nikon D5600) to do street photography but after watching Professor Hines I am really inspired to get one.. I believe I still haven't got the guts to ask strangers for their picture. Being able to capture them from a distance should be very helpful.. Great content.. Love from India 🇮🇳

[@iviaverick52]

85mm f/1.8 was the first prime length I ever got when I bought my first camera, second lens ever after the kit zoom. I had a serious obsession with DoF right from the get go.

[@JasonVong]

I'm beginning to think I need to retract my statement. So many of yall got the 85mm as your second lens!

[@iviaverick52]

@@JasonVong I think what attracts a lot of people to professional cameras over point and shoots is that bokeh! And a fast 85 is the best way to get it

[@samiteitzel7031]

What professor Hines said was really just mind changing and gave me a whole new perspective of what I can do!

[@WilliamAiken]

Right!?!! Genius!

[@fakiraoye]

Indeed One and only first time someone told truth about camera lens with sensibility

[@williamweaver2390]

What did Hines say? Where can I find what he said?

[@hami0811]

@@williamweaver2390 watch the Video @3:29 😄

[@andreasbintoro3995]

@@williamweaver2390 here is the complete video kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqrJY4p6hdmnodE

[@JamiePryke]

I love my 70-200, but the sony 85mm 1.8 is such a compact little gem, I may need to pick one up at some point. It's all well and good doing street photography with a 70-200, but when people think you're aiming an RPG at their face it's hard to stay inconspicuous.

[@iamJonray]

🤣

[@sannii2222]

i spit my water man hahaha

[@CarlosTucker-sp4bj]

I have started my career as a wedding photographer and i bought sony a7m3 with kit lens 28-70 f3.5-5.6 and i am planning to buy a new lens because i have some shoots so i am bit confused which lens to purchase price lens 35mm f1.8 or 85mm f1.8 or should I buy tamron 70-180 f2.8 ?

[@ronclarke8546]

​@@CarlosTucker-sp4bj70 to 200. Way more versatile.

[@MichaelDBeltran]

I love taking landscape and street photos with my 85mm. I'm going to be traveling to Japan with just my 35 and 85 with me next month.

[@jaikavi5464]

I borrowed the Sony 12-24 mm wide-angle zoom for a landscape session, accompanied by my 85mm. 90% of my favourite shots were taken with the 85. I love telephoto landscape photography

[@rodmanpararellax701]

I love the professor's advise. Thank you for this video.

[@L4mTr4n]

His message was so profound.

[@alansarpy]

Seems like a great lens for indoor sports like basketball and volleyball for a light set up

[@XAVAGE]

Push the boundaries of lenses and use lenses outside of what people label the lenses for? *takes portraits with a 400mm*

[@JasonVong]

Some one did that 🤣🤣🤣

[@davidrapant6398]

Just stand across the street😃

[@Banana_Cognac]

I mean, that's basically what sports photographers use

[@orion2250]

Been there, done the deed.next

[@KandiKlover]

I mean if you really wanna make something in the background more prominent the compressed perspective is great. I'll stick with my 300 though.

[@gmamagillmore4812]

Agree, I used a 75 mm on my main Nikon for years, Not an 85, just the 50 with a .5 teleconverter. It gave a picture that was closer to what my eyes saw. Minor light loss, half a stop, and I was focused in on my primary subject. Better and cheaper than a zoom.

[@stephenjohnson7399]

85mm is a great focal length for street, really. You get a closer without intruding... try it!

[@thothheartmaat2833]

ill stick to 600 so they never see me..

[@nithishram17]

@@thothheartmaat2833 😂

[@lyspec]

Are you SERIOUS??! Great for Streets? Hell no! Nothing is better than the 50mm Focal Length... 85mm is ONLY FOR PORTRAITS THAT'S IT.

[@poochie2543]

@@lyspecu can use whatever lens to do street. if you are comfortable enough with ur gear, just go for it.

[@KandiKlover]

@@lyspec No it's not, I have a really sharp 105mm I've used for landscapes and architectural regularly for the flat image. You're just a talentless hack who can't think for yourself.

[@jessicahun2256]

I recently purchased a 85 mm f/1.4. I am so glad I watched your video. Thank for your awesome tips I can’t wait to start shooting with it 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@brickwolf263]

I'm a huge fan of using longer focal lengths. I find super wide in my case to be a little lack-luster. I really like getting in tight and focusing on my subject.

[@stefinelsy9924]

I fell in love with 85mm when I shot wedding videos with it! OMG what a lens!

[@1billiedale]

When I began my photography education I took a class that was taught by a prominent newspaper photographer. He stated that the 85mm lens was like permanently attached to his camera for his work. He used the 85 for 90 percent of his photos. He stated the 85 was more close to his natural eye. This man produced amazing photos as a news photographer. The 85 has been my #1 lens ever since.

[@joshyang886]

SEL85F18 is my third lens. Loving it so much!

[@thenotred]

Me with a 70-300mm lens cause that's the only thing I own: 👁️👄👁️

[@kezmanferguson6275]

makes the two of us bro

[@careylymanjones]

Just ordered the Sony 85mm f/1.8. Can't wait to get it in and start shooting with it.

[@Stormannormanphotos]

The Sony 85mm F1.8 is one of my favorite lenses📷😀. Great job on informing others on what you can do with the 85MM prime lens.

[@alexandrah.4244]

StormanCast i Love it also 👍🥰

[@NickGranville]

That’s my fav 85mm for a Sony. Small, light, sharp and cheapish

[@stoef]

Hell yes. Basically haven't taken it off since I got it

[@kelvinbernardino2687]

Is it good for aps-c sensors?

[@Stormannormanphotos]

@@kelvinbernardino2687 I also use it with my Sony A6400 It becomes like a 135MM telephoto lens because of the crop factor.

[@TheCAG1976]

When I had my Nikon, my 85mm lens was used for MOST occasions whether portraits, street photography, and even many nature shots. It produced gorgeous photos! I think I loved the distance about it and it worked so well in my favor. I had a 35mm too, but that made people nervous when I took facial shots, which I'm not sure why I used that for close ups from time to time anyways. lol But now I recently bought a Sony and now have the 50mm f/1.2 and enjoying that. I still want another 85mm.

[@GamingInfested]

get samyang 85 it is amazing

[@Bcre8iv3]

Thanks for clearing this up for me Jason. I've been looking into getting one.

[@catherinemann3378]

That focal length was my first lens on a M4/3...& felt magical. For my Zwergnase children's art doll collection (company also in Thuringia, same German state Zeiss was founded) and outside nature. Next want a 300mm for wildlife. Have an effective 16mm-36mm focal length (M4/3) that is nice for interior home, to get architecture into photos.

[@methypolymer]

I bought the Batis 85 last month. And I really love it! I thought the lens which over 400g is too large and heavy before I got it,but now, I really love to hold it on my hand.

[@chosenideahandle]

If you decide to ever go lighter, you can shave 30g with the Sony 85 1.8. In the opinion of some a better lens, and you save $600.

[@Milan-cf1xe]

@@chosenideahandle Do you really think that the Sony 85mm has better image quality? I am right now deciding between Sigma 85mm, Sony 85mm and Zeiss 85mm

[@bijosn]

@@Milan-cf1xeno the batis has better image quality, more saturated, more contrasty, better flare control

[@pf4773]

Thank you for your videos! A gentle shout out about zoom lenses, in contrast to fixed lenses... I use the following, nothing more...Sony A6600 camera body, Sony 70 to 350mm zoom lens, Sony 18 to 135mm zoom lens...that is it. The camera body and two lenses easily fit into my small off one shoulder ALTERA bag. I stopped carrying fixed lenses because of the extra size and weight. Again, I love your videos.

[@MeAMuse]

My 2 favorite primes to walk around with are the 35mm and the 85mm (or 90mm Macro if it's spring). If the 35mm is too wide 85 is perfect, and if the 85mm is too tele - the 35mm is perfect. I used to use a 50mm but I realized that I was either too close or too far away. In the end - I looked at my metadata in Lightroom (based on my 24-240mm) and found that a lot of my shots were around 35 or 85 rather than 50. I think the key to falling in love with the 85mm and not feel super constrained is to also carry a wide (whatever your FL of choice is there).

[@Milan-cf1xe]

Do you have a full frame camera and which specific lenses?

[@MeAMuse]

@@Milan-cf1xe Yes, I own 2 full frame cameras (and also 2 crop sensor ones). I have 4 zooms and 6 primes for the full frame system. Why do you need to know all my lenses? Not going to take the effort to list it all out. What are you trying to work out?

[@Milan-cf1xe]

@@MeAMuse I am Interested because you said that your fav setup is 35 and 85. So i like it too an i am interested which 35 and 85 you have since for Sony E Mount there are so many lenses especially at this focal lengths

[@MeAMuse]

@@Milan-cf1xe In that range I have a Sony Zeiss 35mm F2.8, a Sony 35mm F1.8, the Sony 85mm F1.8 and the Sony 90mm Macro. Mostly I take the F1.8s but depends what I am up to.

[@Milan-cf1xe]

@@MeAMuse Oh yeah especially the 35mm 1.8 and 85mm 1.8 where the lenses i was looking at. They seem to be very good lenses for their price

[@aznhippos]

Definitely watched this video at least 3 times. Just got my sony fe 85mm 1.8, excited to start shooting with it

[@sgpork]

Whenever i travel.. I always bring 16-35. 35. and 85.

[@audioxix]

sgpork can you just ask why do you bring a 16-35 and also a 35 prime lens, if you have that focal length on your zoom lens. Is it the type of lens that you use for the 35 or is prime lens just better for certain situations ?

[@sgpork]

@@audioxix my 16-35 is F4.. I use it more for landscape & indoor photos only.. The 35 prime can go to F1.4.. and 35mm on Full frame is my favorite.. I basically use it for everything. It's on my camera 80% of the time. The 85 come in handy if i need some reach or when i really need to blur out the background.. I choose this 3 because they just work for me n they are lighter/smaller to pack. Hence easier to bring around.

[@elementalview1]

this video has accelerated my plan to get an 85f1.8 for my a7III. Thanks Jason!

[@arnavodkaa]

I have 50mm and apsc so it's my second lense

[@Fotogs]

WAY back in the day my favorite lens was a Zeiss 85mm 1.4 for my old Contax AX and RTS III. And that was the MAIN reason I purchased by first Sony... So I could use my old Contax Zeiss lenses on the sony.

[@BuildingCenter]

I just saw this somehow. Bruh, it’s dope as f that Zeiss sponsored you. That’s dope. It’s nothing but dope. Congratulations, Jason. Thanks for the videos.

[@voulezmusic1335]

I bought my first lens few weeks ago, it is 85mm f1.8 and I love it. As a beginner, already took some nice photos. :)

[@lancesmith6386]

Before I bought my Sony FE 85 1.8, I did a lot of comparing to the Batis, and couldn’t find any major differences that drew me to spend the extra money on the Batis. I did however fall in love with the 85mm focal length!!! Like. WOW!! The results on the lens are just amazing! Especially with nighttime street photography!

[@wtfgadget]

I bought 85mm lens to documented my newborn, in my small house, and now I become a wall crawler everytime I tried to take a photo

[@shev1282]

Dude, this was so helpful! I'm considering getting a 85mm lens so thanks for the tips on what to expect!

[@jeremypinder4436]

have you tried the 85 yet? well i want to get the 85mm but can i use it on the crop lens

[@LOLewie]

24 1.4gm/35 1.4 art/85 1.8 FE/135 1.8 GM are the primes I use. And the 85 is the first one I bought. It’s a really versatile lens. And super lightweight.

[@CapturedByKen]

Hines with that infinite wisdom!

[@djordjeneskovic5857]

88mm(55mm on canon crop sensor) was actually my second lens after kit, i picked it up specifically because i loved the focal length so much and i wanted a faster lens then the kit one 😊

[@ajlusmc]

The 85mm Zeiss was my second lens I bought for the Sony system 2 years ago and still absolutely love it!

[@JasonVong]

im shocked! you went straight for the BEST ;)

[@eureka410]

WISH ONE IS YOUR FIRST LENS ?

[@tempertramp]

The Sony 85/1.8 was the first lens I bought (not including kit lens) for my 6500! I ADORE IT!!! I also use the 85 unconventionally for street and call it the sniper lens, especially bc of crop factor :). Best investment for under $600. 👌🏽

[@tash_views]

The problem with recommending 50mm for a crop camera is that it is not really 85mm. I love portraits and at 85mm the face structures look so much better. And also the DOF is just not the same.

[@electrolyteblend]

56mm is closer. Fuji has good 56mm lenses and a 50 f1 I like the 75mm equivalent more so I use the 50f1

[@k3n12ock]

Just picked up my 85mm f1.8 for my Z6, which is actually my 1st ever. I've had 24-70, 70-200, 35mm, 50mm (amongst others) but I'm excited to get out and test this 85

[@andgainingspeed]

Batis 135mm is my favorite street lens. Yup. 😐

[@vero1197]

The 85mm is my favorite lens so far!

[@giftbox-e]

I am new to photography/videography using aps-c but I fell in love directly with the Sigma 56mm f1.4 with the focus on the subject and almost all of my favorite photos are from it. Not gonna lie sometimes I wanted to have the 30mm on a confined space but it is worth it.

[@colinbrown7305]

Just bought a sony 85mm. I can't wait for it to arrive.

[@mariaandbryan]

Love 85mm for video and photography, it surely takes practice to get accustomed to the distances but it's totally worth it

[@Nau-Tec]

Just got a 85 mm lens as my second lens aaaand I love it!

[@romeojaime376]

eyeing on that sigma 56mm for my A6400. good vid dude, greetings from the Philippines

[@realrebelli0n]

Me too, did you buy it?

[@7784000]

I got mine today and I love the F/1.4 for taking pictures of things and the blurry background. Btw it is quiet nice to carry since it is not too big. But I still have to take some portraits.

[@L4mTr4n]

Started photography about a month ago with EOS R and immediately jumped into the RF 85mm F1.2 DS as my 2nd lens after the RF 15-35 F2.8. Love it a lot! Glad I got it instead of the 50mm.

[@chubscoi]

For beginners don't be discouraged. If you get an APS-C dslr/mirrorless camera, most of the time you get an 18-55 kit lets, and you can multiply that to 1.5 So you basically get 27-82mm which is close enough to 85mm FOV You can also set it to 35mm on the lens and multiply by 1.5 you get a pretty close to 50mm FOV. And if you want a 35mm FOV equivalent set it around 24mm on your lens.

[@JiteshRout]

wait, how do you multiply???

[@chubscoi]

@@JiteshRout any focal length times 1.5

[@brianbradley0313]

For canon aps-c it’s x1.6

[@nadrenders4149]

@@chubscoi Could you please explain more what do you mean by this?

[@sythanh14]

@@nadrenders4149 It's not always that obvious, but focal lengths in photography world are stated with regards to full frame sensors : 36mm x 24mm. For most APS-C sensors, the sensor size is 24mm x 16mm, which is respectively 1.5 times smaller than the full frame sensor. Yes, we talk about single dimension, not the area (you square it up for area, which is 2.25 times, but skip it). Because the APS-C sensor is 1.5 time smaller, the field of view of the photo is 1.5 time smaller than the full frame one. You can search google for photography field of view. Field of view is, however, inversely proportional to focal length, so for APS-C sensor, the full frame equivalent focal length is 1.5 times bigger than the same focal length if attached to a full frame camera. If you read more on the internet, it is called crop factor.

[@Playlistforus]

I've got a 85 1.4 GM sony and i love this lens, it's sharp and good in low light, and the bokey is great too !

[@JasonVong]

What will you be using your 85mm for? Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 Amazon geni.us/xiuLQel | BH geni.us/FSkz My Japan Autumn Photography Kit: geni.us/WrwmgOT Download my Japan Photos as Phone Wallpapers (FREE): geni.us/vv4iX

[@donatellopetrini1081]

Funny how you upload this the same day I’m shooting portraits for a upcoming MMA event. It’s a sign, something’s going down bruh. Lol Thank you for constantly uploading proper content Jason. 🙌🏻

[@prince2thethrone]

I have to say Ive been subbed to you for a while. Ive enjoyed all your content and have to say your one of the most trust worthy you-tubers out there. I also feel that there seems to be a trend that you-tubers are taking note that their subscribers are burnt out from product pitches. I think you're going great. Keep going bro!

[@TonySU]

Hines is right i also enjoy shooting travel photos with the batis 85mm

[@JasonVong]

@@donatellopetrini1081 Appreciate you watching! :)

[@PhillipSkraba]

Jason! Great film, thank you! I did a review on my channel recently on the Sony 85mm f1.4, and it's also insanely sharp. I too love switching it up for my 35mm lens as a travel lens and using it when abroad, it gives a totally different and really elegant look to travel photos, pin points those details you otherwise wouldn't see! I'm not a pixel peeper at all, and I really try to stay away from pixel peeping, but whoa I've tried both these lenses and they are both razor sharp, with Sony being a tad quicker in the video AF, and also half the price, so obviously I bought the Sony, and added the Sony 50mm f1.8 (which I regret as it's slow as a tractor and NOT a video lens) to my basket. Catch you on the next one!

[@rhodrunner397]

My Batis 85mm is the main prime lens I use for portraits and environmental portraits. My FE 50 f1.8 and Zeiss 16-35 f4 stays in my bag or drybox most of the time. 😅

[@nathanksimpson]

When I had the 85mm batis I used it a lot for street and it was fun. It was also good for events. It got me just close enough. I haven’t tried other 85s but there’s something cinematic about that compression and bokeh.

[@darrylstubbs5221]

I bought a canon 85 1.4 this year and for portraits it is great.Thanks for sharing this video its given me some more ideas.

[@RandomVidsYR]

All the money I’d have to spend on an 85mm hell I’m using it for everything😂💀😭😭😭💁🏽‍♀️💁🏽‍♀️💁🏽‍♀️😆

[@eddieperez8111]

The Canon 85mm 1.8 is currently around 300 USD on Amazon which is a fair price. I just bought one after having used a Sigma 35mm and so far I'm beyond impress. It's perfect for street and portrait photography

[@davidrapant6398]

Thanks Jason I just got the 85 1.8 Sony it’s a great lens for cheap. Probably one of the best full frame deals on Sony. I love the look of this lens for lots of stuff. Also got a 24mm 1.4 GM that is awesome as well. Those are my primes for Sony. I like that they are a nice size and not crazy heavy.

[@itearalte]

my second lense ordered yesterday . sony FE 85mm 1.8 & godox V1

[@JasonVong]

Awesome! have fun! take some good portraits with it!!

[@QippysChannel]

Makes me feel like using my 85 1.2L II now..I sometimes ended up leaving it cos I get lazy by it's weight, but this get's me started to want to use it again, I usually use it on my wedding shoots only. Once I was in Broadway in NYC and I was caught by surprise that there so happen to be a musical premier taking place, and some of the shot's I got of the Hollywood stars there were some of my best shots I've ever taken, the compression was simply amazing and makes it look so dramatic!

[@epark1123]

I would love if you start including your camera settings in the lens examples!

[@dancitydancestudios]

I use my 56mm sigma on my a6400 and it is perfect. love that focal length

[@Teeb2023]

4:00 _"Nowhere on that lens..."_ Finally! No more lens pigeon-holing!

[@NeZhdanchiki]

This sounds about right, my second lens was 50mm and the third 24-70mm :)

[@haraldschuster3067]

With a pure prime being out of my budget, I like to use the 90mm 2.8 Macro lens for similar use. It's even a tad closer and 2.8 isn't 1.8 but it allows for getting close for details where the 85 would not focus. So it's a lovely compromise in spring when all the stuff bursts into bloom.

[@erickbueza]

I don't have this lens but I do have the Nikon 85mm f1.4. If I'm taking portraits I usually use my 80-200mm and never shot below 85mm. For a headshot I used to crank it to 105 to 135mm.

[@swaniketchowdhury]

Fun fact, 85mm was my first lens and been shooting with 85 almost about 4 years now. It creates a specific type of photos that I love!

[@artundertheinfluece]

I love my 85 for street

[@khaibernate]

Oh man, I never ever thought about getting an 85mm but I am now. I was so tied to the idea that 85 is usually for portraits but after hearing that professor and watching this video it has expanded my knowledge in this. I'm going to have to reconsider getting the 24-70 sigma!

[@earl.cuevas]

Let’s get this to 1 million views!

[@Spagatti_Monkey]

Ordered yesterday . But not bAtis, sony FE 85mm 1.8 is worth the money

[@JasonVong]

enjoy it! its awesome!

[@1PasGas]

hi most begginner photo hobbiest here, i bought a a7r4 as my first cam and 24-70 2.8. i love it and i want 85 for my second lens

[@charliewaterman816]

I’ve tried a lot of glass and found what I love... my standard kit is a a7r3 and the gmaster 24 and 85. LOVE those two lenses.

[@JasonVong]

Are you me ?!?

[@charliewaterman816]

Jason Vong maybe we’re related 😉or just have really good taste in focal lengths 😁😎

[@ofmetalphilosophy4837]

If you're a micro four thirds shooter, your best street and Scape lens is the 35-100 2.8 ii

[@peterverheyen1795]

Always loved the 85 focal length, even on a cropcamera. I initially used an older a-mount 85 f/1.4 Zeiss on my A7III using an adapter, but that was not a good experience (slow, hunting AF). I now bought the glorious 85 Batis and oh boy, it's a joy! It's a great compagnon to a fast 35 prime although it's a bit too narrow sometimes.

[@googleuser7855]

Cool video, I really like your style :) And you are so right: 85mm was never my favorite. But if you have the necessary space, it might be a good choice depending on what you would like to achieve. My favorite is the Sony 50mm 1.4 gm. It is just more versatile, and I use it mostly for model photography. If I am in a tight space with the model, I might still use the 35mm 1.8. Usually, I also don't shoot wide-open, since I like to have some context on the picture, not just some totally blurred-out background. So all in all: yes, not my first choice, also not second or third, but probably fourth. And it is true: if used wisely, it can create amazing content.

[@ChrisThe1]

But the 50 on aps-c is 85. it's literally everyone's second focal length

[@rilcycopa]

Tea God. Yes, but the compression is still different.

[@ChrisThe1]

@@rilcycopa Nope. Makes absolutely no difference. The only thing that changes is the size of the bokeh balls, which get adjusted to the crop factor (unlike the actual f stop)

[@helencogan2187]

I have the 55 Batis..LOVE IT!!! GREAT video and content..THANK YOU!

[@NomadFilmmaker305]

25 and 85 Batis The best choice I ever made for my Sony setup.

[@JasonVong]

my favorite Portrait combo!

[@WolfQuantum]

A little late here. Having recently picked up a Sony A7RII with a Sigma 50mm, f1.4 ART lens and it dawned on me that I could switch to APS-C mode on that camera and turn the 50mm into a 75mm crop. Granted, I will drop from 42 to 18 mp, but still plenty of pixels to make decent sized prints.

[@B-RollBooks]

When I first got into photography, I was obsessed with macro. My first prime was the Sony 90mm macro lens. I love that it pulls double duty as macro and short telephoto. I find it surprising how good it is as a versatile lens. Great for macro, portraits, and landscape. Not half bad at street photography and product photography as well.

[@aaroncadena6398]

35 1.4 GM and the Sony 90 mm are my target lenses for my dynamic trio team. Already got a 1.8 50mm.

[@kenmicallefjazzvinylaudiop6455]

Always crack me up while learning..

[@mich722]

Glad your videos take cropped sensor cameras into account, which is what most viewers on these channels will own.

[@abhisheksubramanian3748]

I have used 50mm even for wildlife. Landscapes turn out amazing. Inuse crop sensor sobits 85 for me.

[@Dahrenhorst]

I shoot M43, and I own only one prime lens (between two zooms): the Zuiko 45mm 1.2. So, I understand you!

[@JasonVong]

Perfect!!!

[@ArifKhan.]

Ma man at 4:00 is spitting the truth!!

[@madsurvivers]

I think 90mm f2.8 macro is a good choice as it has good balance btwn portraits and macro (obvi for ppl who need macro)

[@MasticinaAkicta]

I wonder how it will affect the curvature... macro lenses tend to be quite straight in their field curvature. While portrait lenses are not always super straight. Not to mention bokey quality. Still the 90mm F2.8 for portrait should work fine!

[@yourmommashouse]

Obviously owns a 90mm macro lol

[@davidrapant6398]

That lens is so sharp for portraits I’ve heard people say they have to reduce clarity cause the skin is to crisp 🤣. I think it’s Sonys sharpest lens. I’d love to have one.

[@echmiles1306]

Got my 85 just a few mins ago for my 5D and so far shot around inside and DAMN I LOVE IT so tmr I'm about to smash some bagger shots tmr literally shoot everything sense I'm in some good winter weather in FL USA

[@AlbertoMendoza]

Love the 85, especially for podcast/interview purposes

[@st162man]

bought the nifty 50 for my canon t3, and i love it! i know, i still own and use a dinosaur, but it's great. once i go full frame, an 85mm is for sure on the list to buy first.

[@iloveyourvisuals878]

1,200$ yea ima head out

[@vividmemories8883]

You can use any lens for any purpose, you just have to adjust to your subject.