WHAT LENS SHOULD I BUY ? (and why)

[@photogenius]

Which lens would you choose?

[@Jin.Sensei]

I really need wide lens. 10-24mm would be nice. Especially because I have a cropped sensor so I have to multiply with 1.6x to get my real focal distance.

[@earavichandran]

I am looking for Nikon 10-20mm af-p lens for landscape photography. But i don't know about quality of the lens and image quality. Did you recommend this?

[@lorithorpe3502]

when i had my pentax slr camera, i used to have a 500mm mirror lens , do they still make them ? i used to really like that lens .

[@photogenius]

👍

[@photogenius]

It's a good lens and I think you would really enjoy using it.

[@joseantoniolago5857]

New subscriber here, binge watching your videos for a couple of days and I have to thank you for them, they really are helping me decide,wish camera to buy.

[@photogenius]

Thank you so much Jose.

[@billwendry]

Excellent primer! I happen to have chosen wisely, based on a fair amount of luck. I have all Canon lenses including the “Nifty -50”, the “Pancake”, and the 55-250mm. I am pleased with all three choices, but also find the Canon 18-55mm Kit lens to be a good "grab and go" general use lens. Carry on with the clear, concise, and well thought-out advice!

[@photogenius]

Thanks for watching Bill, sounds like you've got a great kit there. Paul @ Photo Genius.

[@williamneuman7783]

I have the Canon 55 - 250mm IS II lens and plan to upgrade to the STM version. All the reviews I have seen for it say it is a bit sharper than the one I have. I use it on a Canon T3 / 1100D.

[@muminki7783]

Very fair between Nikon and Canon users... Thanks Paul

[@berxsol]

This channel is pure gold. Really, haven't seen such a thorough explanation anywhere else

[@photogenius]

Thank you so much Bernardo, your feedback and kind words are very much appreciated. Paul @ Photo genius

[@berxsol]

@@photogenius Thank you for making all this knowledge freely available. Greetings from Costa Rica

[@lucaszoonen4905]

I have the Canon 70D with the Sigma 17-50mm f2.8 and the 50mm f1.8 STM. I recently bought the Sigma 18-35mm f1.8 because I was struggling in a concert building. There wasn't much light, but it was a paid photoshoot, so I needed that extra stop of light. My next lens is going to be the Canon 85mm f1.8. I really like portrait photography and this lens gives me exactly what I want. Thanks for the video Paul!!!

[@photogenius]

Thanks for watching Lucas. Great decision on buying a lenses with wide apertures - these are a must have for concert photography. Thanks for watching. Paul @ Photo Genius.

[@Twobarpsi]

Great advice! I own a Nifty Fifty, 70-200 2.8L III, and a Sigma 18-35mm!!

[@photogenius]

Right on! That's a great selection of lenses.

[@fromtheblonx]

Mate. Your videos are the BEST! I know nothing and im just starting up (long covid sufferer so there is very little i can do). But after watching your videos I feel much more comfortable! Ive got a 2000D arriving in a couple of days and I can’t wait to play! Thank you so much for your perfectly balanced videos🙏

[@jasper5016]

Your videos are a must for every beginner. So much learning. I got all your recommended lenses. Now I need to start learning photography. lol. Thanks for your great videos.

[@photogenius]

You are very welcome.

[@josephmcveigh872]

I have to tell you how great you tutorials are. I feel like a an there with you!!! You are a rarity a fine person and I really mean that. My wife became ill sept 2013 she is doing great and helping many other people with her type of illness. Do to the circumstances I veered away from photography. You are helping me so much I cannot tell you in words. Thank you Joey MGGP

[@richardpullen3035]

Hi Paul, have just purchased a canon nifty fifty 1.8 and its the best decision i ever made. never off my camera now many thanks on the advise you gave in your video on lenses . best wishes from a UK subscriber.

[@satchman2000retro]

Subscribed on the back of this video. It’s the first one I’ve seen that helped me understand what focal length actually means! That simple diagram unlocked it. Thanks!

[@Jes.E.S]

I feel like I’m at college every time I watch ur vids u explain everything SOOO well was gonna get a canon EF-M 55-200 mm lens but now I kno that’s a bad idea!! Thanks so much! I’m a macro and nature photographer great help thanks again!

[@robcourt6837]

Hi Paul! I was wondering if you could do a segment about what kind of computer, graphics card (if any), monitor and what specifications you recommend for photo editing. I'm a semi-pro now and would like to up my editing skills with the right equipment. Thank you! Rob in Utah

[@coolvintage]

I just want to say THANK YOU! Your videos are the best ones I found. I'm a newbie and have always wanted to learn photography. Aperture, exposures, shutter speed were all foreign to me but after watching your videos--mostly at night before I went to bed, I now understand what they all mean! Thanks again!

[@richardbaraniuk9557]

Photo Genius. Paul, your channel is awesome! So much great information!

[@photogenius]

Thanks Richard, you are very kind 😀

[@terrywalton7772]

i've just purchased the Nikon 35mm 1.8, it was £110 UK on Ebay, really looking forward to trying it out

[@petercavellini3232]

Canon 24mm-105mm 1:4L IS II USM, decided to splash out, I find it’s a good walk around lense, cover wide ad nearly everything in between .

[@liamfinch4129]

Really enjoy your vids! Confusing stuff made easy!

[@tvang2]

Thanks for making these videos, I find your explanation clear, easy to understand and I always learn something new from you. THANKS😎

[@paulgreen758]

I had the canon 50mm f1.4, but chucked it in and got the 1.8, no real difference in Image quality, I have the canon 24-70 f2.8 great lens, and the 70-200 f2.8, excellent as well, but at f2.8 the 50mm and my 35mm blow the zooms out of the water, the 300 I use for wildlife with 1.4 and 2x extenders but I did take a few shots at a wedding, not one I was shooting of course, and to be honest it was awesome, but you have to be miles away, I love your channel you make everything so easy to follow, I use canon cameras 20d to 1dx, but have a Nikon 3200 with the 70-200 f2.8 as well, bought second hand for 800 pound

[@roybaker6366]

good clear video.

[@taviakuecker6352]

Very well explained!!

[@photogenius]

Glad you liked it, appreciate the feedback. Paul

[@earavichandran]

Great informative video about buying lenses. Excellent guidance. Thanks photo genius.

[@photogenius]

Thanks Ravi 😀

[@threeducks]

I love taking macro or just close up subjects but being on a tight budget I went with the Nikon 40mm the biggest problem is if taking images of insects like bees on a flower the lens has to be very close to the bee and this can cause it to fly away. I have some close-up images on a stock agency site that sell very well using this lens.

[@McAwesomeMcAwesome]

What's the site called?

[@franckydookie]

I bought a Canon 500D recently but I have a 75-300 lens witch is super fun to use but not adapted to every situation. Your explainations help me a lot to understand andfind out what lens i should looking for, peace from France Paul, have a great week !

[@photogenius]

Thank you for your comment, I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found it informative. Hoping to be in France very soon and may feature the trip on the channel. Best wishes, Paul @ Photo Genius.

[@franckydookie]

@@photogenius that would be awesome !

[@traceybartlam5940]

Excellent video, clear and to the point 👍

[@photogenius]

Thanks for watching 😀 please consider subscribing - new videos every week.

[@traceybartlam5940]

Photo Genius done 👍

[@carolynvines2027]

Very informative. Thanks! 🙂

[@photogenius]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the feedback.

[@gilmardasilva8921]

Thanks for the video, new to manual photography. Helps a lot. Gilmar, Ireland

[@photogenius]

Great to hear! Thank you so much for your feedback and support.

[@raycraig5033]

Great explanations ...many thanks 📸

[@photogenius]

No problem Ray, thanking you for watching.

[@raydunn3501]

Hi Paul,,, I think its also worth mentioning,,, the differents in camera body like full frame and apsc,,, which will have a different focal length depending on which type of body you are using the lenses on.

[@photogenius]

Fair point Ray - I will put together a crop factor video in the near future.

[@uweinhamburg]

The focal length of a lens is a physical quality of a lens like the weight or physical size! The focal length doesn't change when you detach the lens from the camera and put it in your bag. 50mm is 50mm is 50mm The optical effect will change with different sensor sizes..

[@moniquevanderknaap8090]

Hello from Holland, I really like your videos. It helps me a lot to understand my camera and photography. I got 3 lenses now, 18-55 mm, 50mm and 70-300mm for Nikon. It's really fun use these lenses. Thank you for the videos.

[@judithdebert4813]

Have a t7 and Power Shot. Learning something new

[@Jin.Sensei]

Im 25 seconds into the video, but , what I did after I got my DSLR kit was to use the 18-55 at his maximum capacity, but I was limited. So my first two lens were the nifty - fifty from canon and 24-70mm f/2.8 from Sigma. Now im going back to watch the video.

[@photogenius]

Hope you managed to watch the rest of the video 😀 please consider subscribing, new videos weekly.

[@Jin.Sensei]

@@photogenius Of course. I already did. I got my dslr pretty recently so I had no idea how to use it at maximum capacity. I watched your videos first in the recommended section. You are doing a great job, very technical, but also easy to understand.

[@shadabsayedmortgageadvisor]

Really enjoy watching the videos as you explain everything in a easy manner to understand. I now understand the differences between the lens and especially how the aperture affects the photos. Will definitely be getting the nifty fifty canon lens!

[@lighthouse222222]

Hey , I wanted to thank you for your input. I purchased the nifty fifty and I’m so pleased with the lens! I would post a pic if I could😊

[@dicklloyd9584]

Very good video. Extremely instructive. However, I'm very surprised that you didn't mention the Tokina 100mm f2.8 macro lens. In my opinion (and, judging by the many reviews on You Tube, in the opinion of many others) this lens is superior in terms of build quality, is extremely sharp, and incredible value at around £270 brand new. I would recommend this lens for anyone who wants to get Macro lens.

[@petercavellini3232]

My nifty fifty is Canons 1.4, superb little lens.

[@christophermason7735]

Great video. I’ve been into photography a couple of years because I travel with my job. I’ve a canon 720sx compact when I’m travelling light but when I have space I take my second hand canon 760D. Again I mostly take scenery and architecture shots travelling so I bought the 24mm as it takes up no space. I I take my 55/250 the 24mm goes in my pocket. But what I discovered is it’s a great lens for the kids to play with the camera. They love it. Point and shoot. But my wife pointed out portrait of her and the kids look a bit harsh on the 24mm and not as good as on my other 55/250 lens zoomed out to 55mm. So you convince me. I’m buying the 55 f1.8. You see them about £60 second hand and if my wife if happy with her pictures then maybe I get the pink pass to buy the 10/18 you talked about. I bought the 24mm hoping I could take architectural pictures but on the cropped sensor I often can’t get far enough back. What would be great is if you set a challenge for the kids. Maybe under 16 to let them play on dads camera. I’m finding getting the whole family involved on a day shooting pictures really makes for a great day. I’m going to check out that monopod you mentioned too. My youngest daughter struggled with the telephoto and this might be just what she needs.

[@kieyamcclung]

Thank you for the diagram!!

[@suegreen2518]

New subscriber, loving your videos, thanks

[@photogenius]

Awesome! Thank you so much Sue.

[@snowfiresunwind]

Very informative and well explained video.

[@MrFabiomassid]

Clear, informative and to the point as usual!!

[@martykiser6562]

Your videos are so helpful and so easy to understand! I am learning so much!

[@peterhall728]

Another Banger of a vid mate.

[@ludmilajonmuri2760]

THANKS, again, for posting this video! You are truly a photo genius 💐.

[@melaniesousa8434]

Your videos are so well done and gave greatly improved my nighttime photography. Thank you.

[@csgorookie]

I have a standard kit lens 18-55 for Canon 450D, for good portraits your advice of nifty fifty 50 mm lens is direction I will take for future purchase. Great video as always, thank you.

[@roamer18]

Thank you so much for the content. It really helped. Perfect and simple details.

[@photogenius]

You are very welcome Sandeep, thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@roamer18]

@@photogenius You are awesome!

[@davidlederman2813]

Thank you for all the information. I found it all very helpful.

[@liaustria7790]

nice tips and tutorial my friend ...i sub

[@photogenius]

Thanks for the sub! Really appreciate the feedback and support. Paul.

[@sameer7420]

I have canon 1500d along with 18-55mm,55 250 mm and 50mm prime

[@photogenius]

Nice kit there 👍

[@CharlieEchoCharlie]

Outstanding info, thank you. My wife has a Nikon D3200 and I a Canon T7

[@ameranwar]

Just another great one as always! Looking forward to seeing a video about when its time to upgrade the camera body since its the second confusing thing after getting used to the gear but can't determine what are the factors that might be considered for a correct upgrade. Especially if it was an entry-level one... Really thank you!

[@AriSapojnic]

Great video, thanks. Now a question: what you think about the Tamron lens? and another question: is there a web site that compares different brands and kinds of lenses?

[@アンマー]

Your video is very helpful. I now understand everything I need regarding this issue. Thank you very much, and keep up the excellent work. Peace :)

[@rohithamahamalage3050]

Great presentation of lenses, please share macro photography with more details

[@ajh5124]

Paul well done. Enjoyed watching your video. Wish to share some positive experiences I have had with the following lenses used in conjunction with my Nikon d500. Tamron 70-200 f2.8g, Tamron 45mm f1.8, and the Sigma 17-50mm f2.8.

[@timd4524]

You've got a great channel here. Just so much great information. Curious if older nikkor f lenses fit the D3500.

[@noimewhitehead3714]

This is just time as I am looking for lens but don't know what to get. Thank you for the tips. Already subscribed.

[@solo_4]

Awesome video. Cleared out my doubts on the lense types

[@photogenius]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching Solomon.

[@leehurley4106]

Love your videos, please keep up the good work.

[@thenatureaquarist4650]

Can you do a video on "nature aquarium" photography tips? Especially about the cameras and the best lens to use for it?

[@tagiti]

very helpful, as usual, thanks Paul

[@photogenius]

Cheers Leon - thank you very much 👍

[@ranitsaha7922]

Amazing video..very useful...thank you

[@photogenius]

You are very welcome, thank you for watching.

[@robertbutts9835]

The 50mm is a must ... And the 55mm to 200mm ... And I have been thinking of the 85mm

[@photogenius]

The 85mm is a popular choice fo portraits.

[@Nandu_M]

Thank you

[@duncanpugh3215]

I use an old Nikkor 50mm f1.4 on my FG-20, I recommend trying out film!

[@David-gh8my]

When I started my addiction to photography back in the19**, well a while ago I was told to date the camera marry the lens.

[@Eyeamsurreal]

Thank you, Paul! Very helpful video!

[@photogenius]

You are very welcome, appreciate your support and feedback.

[@fahiyanbrahma1996]

I bought a canon camera and now I am thinking to buy a 95mm telephoto lense because I don't have a good lense for capturing a far view pictures, and even I don't know how to take a portrait and landscape photography

[@rickymullane9973]

very helpful video helps a lot thank you shared to my facebook

[@photogenius]

Thanks for watching and sharing Ricky

[@sutanubhattacharya6307]

An excellent channel!! Your videos are really detailed with lots of explanation. Could u please share your views on the Tokina 11-16 mm wide angle lens

[@paul-c7541]

Hi Paul, 50mm lens you mention is that for full frame, I'm asking because I own the Canon 500d crop sensor lens ,so if I put a 50mm, on it would that make it approx. 80mm ? if so what lens would I need to make 50mm on my 500d, hope I've not made that question confusing. Paul

[@sekarjntu]

Thanks for your info..could you consider sony mirrorless cameras while showing examples or explanation as your videos mostly cover canon or nicon..as a sony user missing some info..Thanks

[@adiazpucho]

Thank you!!!!

[@ziyansanmgr2509]

Very detailed very helpful. Thanks sir.

[@Patrick-qm4xt]

I have a Canon 1100D and i bought a 18-200mm lens. I think it's great when on a foreign vacation because i don't have to switch lenses all the time. What do you think, Paul?

[@photogenius]

Yep, you are right - the 18-200mm lens covers a great range and is a great travel lens. Thanks for watching Patrick.

[@williamneuman7783]

I also have the Canon T3 /1100D and the Tamron 18 - 200mm lens. Have had the lens for over a year now and I do like the results I get with it.

[@asmrweathermusic6156]

thanks

[@georgebowden6748]

Hi Paul, love your work mate, so precise & clear for a newcomer like me but as a new viewer of your videos I noticed that you don't often mention Tamron lenses (unless I have missed a mention perhaps), is there a reason for this, have you found them to be inferior?. I'm not being critical just curious & I realise it's just not possible to review everything. I look forward to the next video. Cheers from South Australia.

[@photogenius]

Thanks for the feedback George. I do not own any Tamron lenses myself, but I do see them a lot on my courses and they generally seem like great value lenses. I think Tamron (like Sigma) are a great options that are mostly cheaper than the Nikon / Canon lenses.

[@katieberberich826]

Another great vid. What would you recommend for group shots eg: family ‘Christmas card’ shots? Thank you. 🙏🏻

[@leewatson1525]

great video as always I learn from your videos

[@photogenius]

Thank you Lee, happy to help.

[@venkyr60]

Thanks soo much ! it was quite informative !

[@nore8141]

Lots of information. I’m on a micro 4/3 but the setup is almost all the same. Thank you

[@serious_in_seattle6917]

And wanting to clarify, if using a crop sensor camera both the focal length and widest F Stop need to be multiplied by the crop factor in order to know the actual focal length and F Stop. Am I correct? And, the crop factor math is needed even if using a lens made for cropped sensor cameras. Am I correct? Thank you in advance for clarification by an expert and talented instructor 🙏🏼

[@elaineclguerrero5592]

Hello, Paul, I was so impressed with your teaching style and clear explanations that I signed up for one of your classes (haven’t had time to start it yet). My question is, which (budget) lens would you recommend for photographing the Milky Way on a Canon Ti8? Thank you.

[@Weapon-lt1nj]

Great video, just wish you included lenses for my Fuji XT4

[@perihelion54]

As usual, great and informative video 👌🏻

[@fahiyanbrahma1996]

I bought a new camera in December 2020, and every single exposure is also ok and the photo also doesn't comes out too much blury, but the problem is that the pictures come out very tiny because I must take pictures of birds and animals from far behind only, now give me some idea to get a better and bigger picture

[@sandiebeauty2067]

Paul spent his life on photography , I wish someone can tell me how to set my canon to shoot video in front of the window, I don't have life time left.

[@keomagrant6520]

what? are u okay?

[@everydaygames368]

Thanks bro

[@ilpoheikkila4773]

Great video! I’ve been watching your videos for a couple of months now and really like them. One question about this video though: you said that if you want to get really close to the action you should get 100-400 mm lens but since even my old Sigma DG 150-500 mm f5.0-6.3 doesn’t seem to be long enough should you talk also about 150-600 mm lenses in a video like this? I’ve been trying to save money for one for some time now.

[@acekat7009]

Thank you Sir for another useful video.👍 What about tamron 70 300 mm vc lens for canon/nikon for wildlife and sports photography?whats your opinion on this telephoto lens?

[@photogenius]

I've had plenty of people using the Tamron on my courses, seems to perform well and it's good value.

[@acekat7009]

@@photogenius Thank you for your reply ☺

[@RuiAquino]

Thank you very much!

[@ravifernando1637]

Can you please do a video, how to setup the camera to take a landscape photo with custom selected Sutter speed. ( Using ND filter phone application)

[@jsr8884]

Thank you for a informative video. How come my 'smart phone's takes brighter images everytime! Want to outsmart it one day. Yes I capture more detail on my 5200.

[@GerryLaneMusic]

Hey Paul, I only recently found your channel and almost immediately subscribed! Maybe you have already done a video on this but, I’d love to know your views and opinion on Magic Lantern. Greetings from Gran Canaria.

[@ravi.k334]

Thanks you sir

[@photogenius]

You are very welcome.

[@shashikumar4208]

Sir you're superb teacher, your way of communication is easy to understand so I subscribing you, my son is very interested in photography so I have asked him to subscribe.