Lenses I Wish I Never Bought

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[@juliatrotti]

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[@motivationalspeechvideos_]

You are my dream girl😗.. Love you.. Love you

[@uselessweirdo]

I feel like we get so caught up on buying gear these days that we forget to put the gear that we already have to its limits

[@karikaru]

This was the most helpful thing I heard when I was getting more serious in the hobby. I had a friend who is a full-time pro, and I bought some lessons from him (which turned into some paying side work for me). I had a t3i, and I wanted to upgrade to full frame - he asked me a question that stuck with me. He asked, "do you think you've reached the max potential of your current camera?" I had to think about it and realize that - yeah, I could grow a lot and there was a lot to my little rebel that I hadn't mastered yet. Like three years later, I finally felt confident (and had the money) that I had outgrown my camera and could upgrade. I think it did wonders for my photography to have to think through things creatively to overcome my kit's shortcomings. People need to realize that you don't need to be on the bleeding edge to get good photos also that shiny new lens or body you want will be outclassed in a few years OR it will be available for much less money used.

[@raymika2804]

@@karikaru i have that same camera my first ever dslr camera this year. What lens do you have

[@tylerbrown9835]

Let me save you 10 minutes Canon 24mm f1.4 Too similar to 35mm. Can get most shots with the 35mm anyway which is her favorite lens. Also too much distortion when getting closer portraits compared to longer focal lengths. Samyang 24mm t-s f3.5 Takes too long to set up to get a shot so it is rarely used with the limited shooting times and constantly changing nature of weddings. The lack of autofocus adds another element of required preparation. Also all the cons of the 24mm mentioned above 😂😂

[@ZonaDeluxeOficial]

Tyler Brown Yes man! From the minute 2 or something like that I just started to go forward and seeing she was just talking still the same I just finished the video. Totally waste of time.

[@djtoman6875]

I hate to be pedantic, but it seems to me that you are not using the 24mm lens in a way that maximizes its utility. People often presume incorrectly that the purpose of wide angle lenses is to "fit more in", hence your comments that you could have achieved the same images by taking a step back with your 35mm lens. However, the strength of a wide angle lens is, somewhat counterintuitively, that it allows the photographer to fit more in while getting closer. This is an important distinction, and could make a big difference at a wedding when shooting objects or people close up and still bringing in a lot of the surroundings. The inevitable distortion with wide angle lenses is sometimes unwelcome, but I've also found it quite interesting and fun when not overdone. For that reason I wish I never sold my Sigma 12-24 super duper wide angle lens, which yielded one of my all-time best portfolio shots.

[@ZioComposite]

Hey DJ, do you have a flicrk to view those shots?

[@djtoman6875]

I haven't uploaded anything to Flickr for several years, and never shared wedding or portrait images there anyway. I'll have a look at some shots and maybe upload somewhere if I have a moment.

[@ZioComposite]

Dj Toman If you do that would be awesome, would love to see your use of the focal length. =)

[@stillstymied]

The bokeh on the 24mm is different than 35mm, as well. It's just personal preference in the look, and she's not wrong in her reasoning. I'd rather use a 35mm and step back.

[@3Torts]

Thinking about selling the sigma right now..it’s pretty heavy

[@velouli]

Danke!

[@paldo771]

I use 24mm more than 35mm on wedding day. 24mm is my go to lense on the dance floor to get right into the action. I couldn't do that with 35mm..

[@samsschool3639]

When you say "fotos" and" focus" its pure music to my ears 😍

[@a.t.1728]

What I noticed was that when I take photos and step back,the tables and stuff which were next to me get in the photos. While that wouldn't be an issue with a 24mm lens as I could shoot what is in front of me,without steping back and going next to the tables behind me and ending up having them in the shot.

[@neurontechno]

24mm or lower gives you that dramatic look if you shoot from low (on your knee) to high angles, thats a nice way to use it, thats what I do when shooting at 24 most of the times, or the occasions you mentioned.

[@atxrich]

Very honest feedback based on your own experience. My kit has 24, 50, and 85 lenses. And I agree having a 24 and 35 might be a bit too close. The 28mm would be even worse.

[@innstikk]

The 24mm and 35mm example at 2:59, I did like the look of the 24mm more. The 35mm felt too tight. But wide angles are not for close up portraits

[@totoguhathakurta]

Hi Julia, Could you please do a comparison of the 85mm vs the 135mm - and advise which lens you would use for what purpose. I have an 85mm and am wondering if I should buy the 135mm for portraits. Thank you, Toto

[@idinfinity]

TS lenses is for interior or architecture) For weddings it's just a toy that you will use less then 10 times before it get boring. And it's time consuming.

[@miomitoq]

And the canon is much sharper

[@ChocolateHabanero22]

Get the Nikon 19mm Tilt shift...but don't look at the price! :P

[@juliatrotti]

For the price difference, the Samyang TS is still super sharp and high quality though!

[@V4D2]

that's exactly what Julia said in the video ;)

[@WyvernApalis]

I feel like the focus plane effect should just be done in Photoshop since there really isn't a noticeable difference if you do it right

[@QueenPbln]

I am so happy, I found your channel *:* Getting back to photography after a few years and your Videos are so helpful and a big motivation! Thank you!

[@legendp2011]

for video shooters I will say that the 24mm is invaluable (less shake when moving), but I understand why it doesn't work as well for photos

[@charlesvail2443]

For out of focus areas above and below your subject use a cheap UV filter with clear nail polish on it. Usually a oval pattern works. Experiment with this, it's cheap and lightweight. I assume your 35mm is for full frame. If so, good choice. That is the most versatile focal length for wedding work although I do remember doing every wedding with a 80mm Hasselblad 6x6 in the film days and it always worked and rendered beautifully.

[@MichelleCoxPhotography]

One of my absolute favorite lenses is 24-105mm. I HATE that it only goes to 4.0 but the versatility is amazing... I can go wide or I can zoom in a little. That being said though I always carry a 50mm also so I can get some variety (and change of wider f stop) -- FOR WEDDINGS

[@juliatrotti]

That's a nice combination of lenses for weddings! Especially having the 50mm to use in low light situations and make up for the f4 zoom. Maybe they'll bring out an upgrade for your lens soon!

[@AvantNoir]

You should try copping a 24-70mm 2.8. I just picked one up for 500 euro. Such a steal and the 2.8 aperature does wonders.

[@Hubieee]

Michelle Cox Photography Inlike my 24-70 f/4 also. Wider aperture would have been great, yeah... but IS, some versatility and especially the very usable macro mode make this lens great. I somehow wish to not have bought a 70-200 f/2.8 L IS II USM, very expensive and heavy. Great image quality but also very hefty and is sparking attention everywhere. Sometimes I feel like a moron carrying it around the whole day so I most of the time leave it at home :(. 35 f/2 IS is also a marble ;).

[@AvantNoir]

Hubieee Why do you feel like a moron carrying a 70-200? Are you only doing street photography or something? Doing portraits, landscapes, wildlife etc. I've never felt awkward with it. Maybe its personal thing?

[@ChristopheCousinOSS117]

24_105 would be a perfect lens ( I have the Canon one ) but it' s not very good compared to the 35 mm 1,4 ( which I also have )...so I regret I bought it...

[@mohammadzeyad4562]

Do a video about how do you edit your portraits please

[@blueoctopus199]

all of your photos are stunning!

[@videoninja2512]

Love LOVE LOOVE your photos! thanks for sharing. You've got great artistic taste.

[@zollieuncle9647]

Dear Julia! Just to add on to yout focal length learnings (35 preference as opposed to 24), your preference is appreciated, however especially the comperative sample shots you were showing, I did like the 24mm versions much better than the 35mm counterparts. The Sigma focusing reliability issues I cannot comment beyond tht such shit does happen with DSLR lenses and requires servicing or even replacement of the otherwise premium quality glass. The TS lenses are typically for architecture purposes where subjects are stationary and allows enough time for setting up all the knobs, hence your use case a bit of a stretch that this gear is not really designed for. The only lens I regret buying is the Voigtlander 10mm f5.6 lens. Although it provides pretty unique perspectives, but I find its versatility super limited and although it is tiny and light I leave it mostly at home when going for a shoot.

[@jasonandrews7355]

Sounds like you need a 24-70 2.8, it's an absolutely immaculate lens for wider stuff. I get that some people prefer primes, but personally, I use zooms 75% of the time :)

[@juliatrotti]

I personally prefer primes, and I need those 1.2 apertures for shooting in low light during weddings :)

[@shaylamitchell3160]

Love the video! It would be awesome if you could do one on how to travel with your camera to places like amusement parks and beaches. Like what would you do with your camera while you ride the roller coasters?

[@Saib0tx]

What you need is a 16-35 f2.8 to replace your 24mm prime. Though the apeture isnt as fast (still considered fast though), you get a much more versatile lens for wide indoor and landscape shots

[@SteadyRolling]

It seems to me that for practical photography with two lenses, the most usable combinations are 28 + 50 or 35 + 85. 35 + 50 is more of an either or.

[@juliatrotti]

Yep I agree! For me its the 35 + 50 combo :D

[@joeyoliver579]

Ummm... If you're shooting a FF body, then switch to crop mode and the 35 becomes essentially a 50. Two lenses in one.

[@SteadyRolling]

The 35 bends the image more, so even if you framed a 35 crop identical to a 50 FX, the images would not be the same.

[@joeyoliver579]

They would be nearly identical to the average human...

[@IsraelMolina1997]

Your photos are stunning :O ! Good job!

[@sergiusblessed]

My favourite wedding set is Sigma 35 mm1.4 and Canon 135 mm 2.0, last is on Sony A7 III via metabones V. And Sony 24-70/4.0 for intensive hard reportage :)

[@jamiewindsor]

Have you ever tried using the tilt and shift lens for creating large-scale portraits? ie - putting it on a tripod and taking 3 or so exposures at different settings and stitching them together in post (a bit like the Brenizer method)?

[@juliatrotti]

I haven't tried that before, but it sounds like a fun idea! I might have to give it a go :D

[@missgreenbottles]

Thanks for your review. It’s really made me think about what my lenses are most suitable for. I have a 24mm and found I really tend to use it for landscape. I also have the samyang 12mm. I love my ultra wide angle lens and thought I’d use it for landscape, but I hardly ever use it so maybe it’s better for architecture and cityscapes. I love my 50 mm jupiter 8 for portraits.

[@TheJennings1989]

The 24 mm lens has a totally different effect than the 35 mm than just focal length. The dimensions are different the compressions are different. The distortion is different. You can sell the lenses that you don't like and fine ones that you like. You can usually return them after 30 days.

[@lighthunter1980]

I have the Sigma Art 35mm and 24mm lenses. Yes the 35mm is better suited for portraits, however, I like the noticeable wider angle of the 24 a lot and still having the ability to blur out the background. Especially inside locations often don't allow the couple of steps back and then a 35mm can get tight - even too tight and I'd miss a great shot. I think 24 and 35 is not a good combo when shooting with two bodies in parallel. I always travel with two full frame bodies and typically have 24/50 or 35/85 mounted.

[@2011blueman]

I can't recall the last time I saw a wedding photographer using fixed focal lengths. The most common setup I see is the 70-200 f/2.8 and the 16-35 f/2.8. I could see doing the portraits with fixed focal lengths, but during the action before, during, and after the actual wedding I couldn't imagine someone using fixed focal lengths.

[@katelynfergusonphotography]

I bought a Canon 24mm, I believe it is. Lol, I don't even remember if it's a 24 or a 28 because I never use it (also it's really early). Like I said, it's a nice lens but I never use it. Mainly because it's for my crop. Lovely video as always!

[@NickChngHockThiam]

Again, great video. Thanks for the tip on the focus calibration chart. Just got one :)

[@robdtoys]

Canon 50 1.4. I used it for many years when it was the only lens I had but like Daniel said, it has so much CA and it misses focus. I use my Canon 35mm 1.4 heavily but my most used lens is Canon 135mm f/2 just because I love how it totally blurs out the background. I just recently purchased Canon 24mm f/2.8 IS because of wanted to start vlogging and hand holding the 35mm was just too close to my face. It got it on eBay for $300 so it isn't a total wash if I don't use it as much.

[@KoolCreation]

The 135 a very nice lens I don't have but a friend of mine does and the images are great.

[@juliatrotti]

I agree! The main thing I use my 24mm lens for now are these sit down videos as our office is small, so it frames it all perfectly :D

[@kairinaminemix]

I love the 35mm! It’s sharp enough to use for details but not wide enough to distort a subject in an unflattering way :)

[@patricksanchez595]

Julia, do you bring your 135mm with you all the time? If so, since you didn't mention it on your video, i'm just curious how often do you use it in each wedding that you do and for what?

[@juliatrotti]

I use the 135mm for all the weddings I shoot! It's perfect for ceremonies and speeches to get closeups without getting too much in the way of guests, so it's a must have lens for me :) I don't use it for portrait photography though!

[@rodrigopages1054]

I mean the tilt shift is meant to be used with a tripod... For methodical slow shooting non moving sunject or posed/posing slow moving subjects

[@Labs51Research]

I use the 90mm tilt shift for portraits and product photography.. it’s a great lens, however I to find it cumbersome to use at weddings

[@Gemät_33]

I have the 24 Art, I love it. It just depends on what you are comfortable with I guess, most of my photographer friends gravitate to the 35mm, its a safe bet. I have used a 24 on most of my music video projects and short films. Lots of people like the 35 because they started out shooting with an iphone and it's the closest focal length that you can get to that.

[@tykimikk8605]

24mm is the one that looks like a phone shot though. creatively 20mm would be better than a 24 and 35 is better than a 24.

[@AlexUtreras]

It is funny, for me it is the other way around, I am fascinated with my 24mm (the Canon version) and I have always had the doubt if I add the 35mm and I have not done it yet, thinking that it would have a too similar result. I am very tempted with the new Tamron 35-150, sometimes I need to go out with a single lens that does everything and I have seen good results with that new zoom that is fed up brighter than the average. Great video i like very much your channel, talking more from experience than technical stuff.

[@Vardagsvegan1]

Honestly, your channel is the best photo-channel on youtube. THANK YOU!

[@loitraitimmuonnoi29]

My best combo for portrait is 35-85, my best travel combo is 24-50. Long time ago i did use a zoom :D

[@disismrc]

Title should be, The focal length that doesn't work for me.

[@bnkrazie]

I just bought 3 tilt shift lenses, Nikon 24mm, 45mm and 85mm. I shot a landscape a while back and wished I had one to have the background to the foreground in focus. The main reason for my buy and I have other applications for it. They are specialty lenses and not for everyday use.

[@allahadiieva5409]

Hi from Ukraine))Thank you for the video! you have a wonderful channel! Recently I bought my first professional camera and for a long time could not choose the first lens. after your video, I bought a canon 35 mm ii. Well, what can I say, I'm delighted! beautiful lens. it is suitable for any shooting! Same I fell in love with fixes, the next will be 85mm. Thank you!!!

[@juliatrotti]

Yayy that makes me so happy to hear! A 35 + 85 combination will be so nice too! :D

[@baileywooten2069]

Love your videos! Would love to see a video on doing a photo shoot with a kit lens?? I'm new to photography and I think it would be cool to see your take on the kit lens!

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you and yesss! I've been wanting to do this for a while now so I'll get onto it :D

[@riders_capture]

according to you which lens shoud i go for a 50mm or a 85mm?

[@RayValdezPhotography]

i got a 28-70 f2. for the eos r. goodbye 24-85mms primes

[@operatorlink]

Get a 24-70mm f2.8 and a 85mm f1.8. If you are shooting wide to fit more than 3 people, you don't need the shadow depth of field of f1.4. For couple portraits use the 85mm for bokeh. With this set up, even if you need wide shots with shallow depth of field use the brenizer method which is using the 85mm take multiple shots and stich them together on lightroom and you get Wide angle with shallow depth of field.

[@juliatrotti]

Would love that set up, but I do need my 1.2's for the indoor shots, some venues here in Australia are way too dark and using 24-70 2.8 + pushing ISO on the Canon 5D mkiii can get ugly quickly!

[@operatorlink]

understandable, I am using a nikon d750 pushing ISO to 6400 still workable. Recently bought a tamron 24-70 f2.8 with optical stabilizer work well in low light, able to shoot at 1/15 with no blur. I am from Australia too, Perth.

[@lawski]

hypnotized by watching this video. same effect like asmr to me. the eyes!!!

[@nelsono4315]

Joel Grimes does some great work with a 24-70 lens and a tilt shift lens

[@loves2tinker]

The Sigma 35 F1.4 (for Canon) always had mis focus issue for me. I really liked to colour the lens produced but could not trust shooting with it at anything lower then F2.8. I did buy the dock to update the software and tune the lens. The end results was I noticed that the lens was not focusing to the same distance (static subject on tripod) when I shifted the focus ring all the way to the left of right. So possible something with the accuracy of the focusing mechanism motors. After that I stuck with the Canon L lens and did not buy 3rd party lens.

[@Uri2097]

You almost kill me! I just bought a 35mm lens and had a little panic attack, hahahah

[@raredreamfootage]

I respect your opinion, however the FOV and the "look" are vastly different between the 24 or 35. However I think what you are saying is that based on your personal requirements, the 35 will do just fine assuming if you have enough working diatance.

[@juliatrotti]

Yep, that's right! They definitely have a different look, but as I mentioned I would prefer to try and achieve that with my 35mm rather than having to carry another heavy lens all day for a couple of photos here and there :)

[@TonnyCaicedo]

Watching you has really given me so much inspiration to go back into my photography . Thank you for being so inspirational and for showing us your tricks ! Obsessing over your channel !

[@ciaralosey9479]

I got the 35mm 1.4 sigma and it back focused too! Canon all the way

[@rmail25]

I think one of the reasons you dislike the two 24mm is because you already have a different prime that is EXTREMELY close to the 24mm that you already loved and adored. That's the main reason why people say don't get two prime lenses that are so close in focal length, to avoid the issue of "oh, if I just use this one lens, I can get the same shot if I move just slightly."

[@AstroDenny]

I think you might like a longer tilt lens- They are heavy and pricy, but the effect is more dramatic at longer focal lengths. My lens regret fortunately wasn't too costly- The Nikon 85mm 1.8D. It's optically amazing except for the REALLY poor bokeh.. I now use the Rokinon 85mm 1.4. Hard as hell to nail focus with that razor thin DoF but great results.

[@isarcat1]

Dennis Ruzeski Which is why I've kept my Nikkor 85mm 1.4 rather than exchange it for the "sharper" 1.8 version. The image quality difference speaks for itself. Sharp isn't everything and in fact can work against you.

[@checoluv550]

Love this Julia! Thanks for the input! Don’t have any lenses that I regret buying yet, recently bought my Sony a7iii with he kit lens & a 85mm 1.8. Super exited for that! Much love from Houston Texas! Keep it up!

[@juliatrotti]

Thank you and ahh that's awesome! Have fun with your new gear :D

[@rogerhuston8287]

I want both of those lenses! 24 1.4 fronm Sony for Astrophotography and timelapse. 24 TS for Cityscapes. I find that if you buy a lens for its intended purpose you'll use it more. My first lens for my Sony was the 35 1.4. It is a great all around lens. I got rid of it in favor of the 16 to 35 2.8. I do more landscape and I still have that 35 that I love so much. It's not at 1.4 which I miss for low light, but I really like that I can zoom back to 16 when needed for tight shots. Kind of the best of both worlds Julia.

[@scottd1342]

Your videos are brilliant Julia. Very informative. Not sure why but it seems like the content from a female photographer is a big step above the others.

[@EstiloInAction]

I sold my 24mm Sigma (terrible resale value) and bought myself the 16-35mm Mark iii Best decision i made for the work I do. I mainly use the 85mm 1.2 on a 5d Mark iii. 35mm is my favorite focal length too 😎

[@CaviteTechnology]

I hardly never use the kitlens once i bought the 50 prime, such a life changer

[@emeryn8154]

I have a Sony a6000 and want a 35mm any recommendations ?

[@Stillthierry]

Ha! Watching this while I'm prepping my Sigma 24mm 1.4 Art for shipping after using it for a little over a year. Replacing it with the 35mm

[@juliatrotti]

Yesss you’re going to love the 35!

[@Funniest_Videos_of_India]

M200 /a6000 Which one I should buy?

[@emg9823]

Depending on what result one is after, any focal length could be used for portrait. This is just my opinion though.

[@emg9823]

Oh, and i really like your content.

[@johnhernandez9746]

I feel like my 28mm f2 is just right is in between 24 and the 35, I pair that with my 85mm f1.8 Sony

[@Zainphotography]

I have 35/50/135 Sigma Art lenses... Still confused btw 85mm and 24-70mm tamaron G2.

[@StreetsOfVancouverChannel]

I'm a huge fan of the Sigma ART 24-35mm f2... it works great for lowlight scenarios.

[@indianweddingphotographerbipin]

We all learn the hard way. For some reason all wedding photographers, me included, have bought lenses for one or two photos. Yes, we get top-notch photos but is worth carrying all the extra weight on the wedding day?

[@orangekabrown]

To be honest, I looooove the pictures you took with the tilt shift lense. But I understand why its difficult to use

[@juliatrotti]

It's a shame because I love the pictures from the TS too - but yeah, when I used to bring it with me in my camera bag I just never seemed to reach for it because I never had enough time at a portrait session, etc :(

[@v3zMedia]

Long Story short: Only buy 24mm if you plan on shooting video or taking pics of landscapes. Otherwise it'll stretch out whatever is right in front of the lens. AKA that one pic of the IG model you see sometimes where their face looks more round than usual.

[@sahilbrar7330]

I feel so lucky and proud to say that I use all my lenses that I bought almost equally.. heh Thanks you just stopped me from buying a 24 as I already own my Tamron 35 1.4 what more do I literally need..

[@evelasq1]

The tilt shift lens is better used with a tripod. These lenses are not out of style and they are one of the lenses that I may want to try for landscape photography. The tilt shift lens was designed for correcting the composition on how you are pointing the lens up at a high rise building. Focal plane of the shot would look like it was shot with a regular prime lens with the shift lens when you are pointing the camera up as if you were pointing it straightforward at the subject. So this lens was made for limited amount of compositions. Some of your early photos shown lack some contrast because it has some type of overcast that takes away the contrast. Peace, Flood!

[@chapoguzman8627]

I have the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 that I love! I shoot with a Sony a6000 after selling my Canon 7D. I also have a Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 with an adapter. Next lens I want to get is the Sigma 50-100mm f/1.8, that should give me a nice range with those 2 Sigma lenses.

[@sergioserramusic]

To calibrate lenses I use Reikan FoCal and it works way better than using a focus chart. Try it! ;)

[@flyguy8787]

(Question)I have the Canon 24mm 1.4 L and it looked great on crop sensor (80D) but I upgraded to a 1DX ii and all of the sudden I’m running into the same problems you’re talking about. It’s almost too wide now and definitely isn’t really suitable for people at all. I’m thinking about getting the 35mm 1.4 L ii to replace it since people will still look “good”. Do you think the 35mm is still wide enough to achieve epic wide shots (open fields, mountain backgrounds etc) with people as subjects or is it not wide enough?

[@samdang8271]

Great video! Instead of the 24mm, have you thought of a 28mm? Nikon has one but not sure if Canon does. 28mm is so nice in my opinion, not too too wide and not too narrow.

[@tylerkatsura6864]

Sam Dang there is 28mm for canon

[@samdang8271]

Tyler Katsura oh nice!

[@JoeSitz1]

The 28mm might work better, but the question of whether it is worth carrying the 28mm and the 35mm still remains. Especially bearing in mind that the two lenses are very close to each other in focal range and the 35mm can do most of what the 28mm can.

[@FourLeafClowVer]

The Canon 28mm isn’t very good tho

[@juliatrotti]

I would still have the problem that it's too similar to a 35mm and I don't see the point in carrying an extra lens adding weight to my bag when I could just use the 35mm :)

[@Ogrimen]

Thanks for the heads up! Nice Video!

[@milestrevelyan]

24mm works great as your vlog lens..........I like to use the 24mm when I want to create more depth in the image.............I'd swap the sharpness of my Sigma 35mm f1.4 for the softer, colour and rendering of your 35mm f1.4 mk1..........................

[@juliatrotti]

Yeah the 24mm is a perfect focal length for videos! The sit down videos are pretty much the only time I use the lens now :D

[@harrygilliland5675]

Have you though about getting the lens professionally calibrated .

[@JitDawgBruhDang]

Woowww, that’s crazy she doesnt like 24mm. That’s my favorite and most used lens I have. Granted, Im a filmmaker, but the 24mm makes vintage, hipster style portraits. I love that about them. And if I need the emphasis, switch to the 50mm.

[@juliatrotti]

24mm is a must for me in filming haha, just not for photos :)

[@Eric-ku6ke]

You can try to send the Sigma and your camera to Sigma and let them fix the focusing issue by tailoring the lens' focus to your camera. I did this with my Tamron 70-200 and D750. Since then, the focus is always spot on. But as a fulltime photographer I understand that it is probably nearly impossible for you to send in your camera.

[@mbismbismb]

i wish i never bought efm 22mm f2.0, cause i bought the dc dn sigma 30mm 1.4 and its much brighter dan u want to take wider angle, just take couple of steps back

[@GalvanMonica]

One of the lenses I regret getting is the Canon 40mm f/2.8 pancake lens. I got it cause it was so compact and light and inexpensive. But I found I never used it, especially when I already have the 50mm f/1.4. I ended up selling it on eBay awhile back.

[@ljulio3623]

What would you recommend ? 50 mm F/1.2 or 85mm F/1.2 ? For protraint and scene.

[@juliatrotti]

I have an on location photoshoot using the 50 and 85 if you want to check it out 😄

[@SabineMonique]

I have the 35 1.4 as Sigma and the 24 1.4 Canon. I like the 35 focal length much more, I really wish I had bought a Canon and not a Sigma. I haven’t gotten into the 24 yet but I really want to do architecture with it

[@adden2242]

any focal length lower than the 35mm, I am not a fan of that.. 24mm is just no for me that wide and already has distortion and I hate distortion on my photos.

[@estogaza1]

I bought 24mm TS-E and sold it after 5 years. Never get used so much. Too long to setup. This lens is one trick pony. Now I use 24mm f1.4, its much more versatile and but still not get used so much compared to my 35mm and 50mm. Even 200mm get more use than 24mm. But I still keep 24mm 1.4 for bride prep when the room is small and dark. Its specialty lens, it needed when every lens can't do the job right

[@juliatrotti]

I feel you! My 135mm gets more use than my 24mm at weddings - during the ceremony and speeches specifically. Depending on what venue I am shooting at, I might consider still bringing my 24mm with me if I know the location is tight on the space. But otherwise.. I'll just continue using it for my videos instead so at least it's still getting used somehow!

[@dzsemol]

great video as usual :) can you do something about working with clients, like how you conduct a meeting, from beginning of request to the end? thanks

[@3DManShadowland]

I have a 24mm f/1.8 I never use, 2 - 70 to 200mm f/4-5.6 lenses, 2 28-55mm kit type lenses, 1 70-300mm quantaray. Bunch of lenses I bought when I was starting out, that just aren't what I need today. Really, the 24mm is about useless unless you turn it around with a lens reverse adaptor and use it for macro work...then its great. Also, instead of the 35 mm lens I use an 30mm f1.8 which is a little wider but close enough to get the job done...

[@luchovargasfotografia]

I use 30 to 40% the 35mm 1.4, 20 to 30% the 50mm 1.4, 15 to 25% the 24mm 1.4 and finally 10 to 20% the 85mm 1.8 and I'm very happy and I find that I don't need any more lenses, perhaps the 24-70 2.8.

[@fwfeo]

I got the same Rokinon 24mm TS for real estate and came to the same conclusion as you! Iif you don't shoot it once a month it better go!

[@whoismikeq]

Great video! Yup, got a couple of lenses that I don't use anymore, the Tamron 15-30 SP and Rokinon 85mm f/1.4. Just haven't done much with either lense anymore.

[@mcloutier5]

I can see your point about the straight 24 maybe, especially the extra fast (expensive) f/1.4. But the tilty -- ooh, there is much potential. I think you just need to work it a little more, plan some shots based around the perspective shift and you will get some good ones. Not seeing a church fall away in pictures really adds impact. Think of it as taking a pic of the architecture and there happens to be a wedding taking place. But . . . I don't do weddings. You can have them all.

[@ArielHiiphotohraphy]

i like my canon 50mm f1.8 and f1.2 which new upgrade, will try get my 35mm f1.4, so far i din regret buying all my lens, as all i had used and it help me produce the stunning image that i had done.

[@panopsata3038]

I think the 24mm is more geared towards video. You can move closer to your camera while getting a blurry background. So yeah it depends on what you do.

[@therock1232100]

24mm lens good for vlogging?