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01/20/2016 03:37:56 PM · #1 |
So I'm researching lens's for my portrait work for my full frame camera, and I want to know what is your favorite and why? All answers are appreciated. More than likely I am going with...
EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
But, I want to know what you all like and why....Thank you!! |
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01/20/2016 04:20:08 PM · #2 |
| It's been while since I owned Canon gear but I think if I were you I would want to own and use the Canon 85mm f1.8 lens for some time before I dropped the cash on the f1.2 version. I really can't see the value of the f1.2 lens unless you knew you needed it ... $375 vs $2000 ... huge difference. |
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01/20/2016 04:37:03 PM · #3 |
Pretty much what I was thinking (as a Nikon user). This lens is popular on DPC.
Originally posted by RamblinR:
It's been while since I owned Canon gear but I think if I were you I would want to own and use the Canon 85mm f1.8 lens for some time before I dropped the cash on the f1.2 version. I really can't see the value of the f1.2 lens unless you knew you needed it ... $375 vs $2000 ... huge difference. |
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01/20/2016 04:37:04 PM · #4 |
| I adore my 85 1.8. That being said, it's on a crop sensor, so it's not all that convenient. But I really don't see a need for a 1.2. The 1.8 is great. |
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01/20/2016 04:53:48 PM · #5 |
I agree with all the previous posters regarding the 1.2 vs 1.8. At the 85mm focal length, 1.8 already gives incredibly narrow DoF, and the optical quality of the 85/1.8 is very good.
Another lens to consider that you might not immediately think of is the 100/2.8 IS Macro. Stunningly sharp, nice DoF control, with a little longer focal length (very flattering for portraiture, if you have room to use it). And IS to boot.
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01/20/2016 06:35:43 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by kirbic:
I agree with all the previous posters regarding the 1.2 vs 1.8. At the 85mm focal length, 1.8 already gives incredibly narrow DoF, and the optical quality of the 85/1.8 is very good.
Another lens to consider that you might not immediately think of is the 100/2.8 IS Macro. Stunningly sharp, nice DoF control, with a little longer focal length (very flattering for portraiture, if you have room to use it). And IS to boot. |
I was just going to say this about my 100/2.8
It's the only lens I use for portraits... if there's space. And... since I'm usually outdoors for portraits... it works well for me. I have the L ... and it's amazingly better than I am.
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01/20/2016 06:38:51 PM · #7 |
My 100 macro is the sharpest, best lens I have in my bag. Just rarely works for portraits with my crop sensor.
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01/20/2016 06:51:31 PM · #8 |
Originally posted by kirbic:
I agree with all the previous posters regarding the 1.2 vs 1.8. At the 85mm focal length, 1.8 already gives incredibly narrow DoF, and the optical quality of the 85/1.8 is very good.
Another lens to consider that you might not immediately think of is the 100/2.8 IS Macro. Stunningly sharp, nice DoF control, with a little longer focal length (very flattering for portraiture, if you have room to use it). And IS to boot. |
I'm with  Kirbic and  vawendy. that 100/2.8 Canon is lovely for lots of work.
Message edited by author 2016-01-20 18:51:47. |
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01/20/2016 08:55:31 PM · #9 |
Originally posted by bennettjamie:
So I'm researching lens's for my portrait work for my full frame camera, and I want to know what is your favorite and why? All answers are appreciated. More than likely I am going with...
EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
But, I want to know what you all like and why....Thank you!! |
i am currently looking at buying this lens myself.
I usually use the 135/2L but i'm finding the focal length a bit long for my liking. i much prefer the 85mm length for portraits but i love the dreamy look of the 135 at f2. its arguably canons best portrait lens. the problem with the 135 for me is the fact that i cant shoot it with strobes unless i use HSS since the lens is impossible for me to shoot at less than 1/250, hell even 1/400 is becoming a problem for me as i get older. If they made a stabilized version i'd be all over it. ask anyone who owns a 135L and they will rave about it, it has a cult following and deservedly so. (have alook at this forum if you need proof)
back to the 85, i own the 85/1.8 and that lens is freaking sharp and as i stated earlier I love the focal length, i just wish it would focus a little closer to the front element like the 50/1.4 does, i'm trying to decide if i need to pay the premium for f1.2 or if f1.8 will suffice. the 85/1.2 is a lens you have to get used to. it focuses slow, its heavy, its very hard to work on a FF with such a shallow dof, but if you can get the hang of it, goddamn, its fantastic.
the 85/1.8 is cheap, light and focuses extremely fast, unlike the slow focusing, expensive, heavy mass the 1.2 is, but its not 1.2! if you dont need 1.2 the combo of the 85/1.8 and 135/2L may be better for you.
of course if want someone to talk you out of getting a 1.2... dont click this link :)
Message edited by author 2016-01-20 20:58:55. |
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01/21/2016 12:39:39 AM · #10 |
| 12 inch Kodak Aero-Ektar. |
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01/21/2016 02:06:04 AM · #11 |
| My cuurent favourite is a 1963 Leica 90mm f2 Summicron. it's a chrome version, built like a piece of industrial plumbing and has a gorgeous look to it. When i had Nikon cameras my favourite was a Nikon 85mm f1.4 D. That was pretty lovely as well. |
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01/21/2016 04:20:34 AM · #12 |
i had the 85 1.8 it was great lens light weight fast focusing
i bought the 85m 1.2 ii because why not its heavy slow focusing and damn expensive but when used at 1.2 and you nail that tiny focal depth boom its a beauty
i just bought the 100mm 2.8 L which I've not tried yet on models etc |
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01/21/2016 07:07:51 AM · #13 |
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01/21/2016 07:53:38 AM · #14 |
Mine is my 50mm f/0.95. I'm a low DOF junkie. I have a Leica 80mm f/1.4 and have owned the Canon 85mm f/1.2 L II but the 50mm 0.95 offers a great deal of character.
I also have a 50mm Nikkor f/1.4 LTM which offers occasional magic:
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02/02/2016 11:51:55 AM · #15 |
Thanks everyone for your posts! Ok I have narrowed it down between the 85 mm L and the 85 mm EF series, does anyone have pictures they can post that they have taken with both lenses? Or why I should get one or the other?
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02/02/2016 12:04:58 PM · #16 |
85mm f/1.2L II
85mm f/1.8
The f/1.8 is far faster at focussing, shows more chromatic aberration and is much smaller and lighter.
The f/1.2L II is very special when used near minimum focus distance (be prepared to get comments about not getting everything in focus) - I love narrow DOF - if you don't, don't get this lens. If you don't intend to use it close to its minimum distance wide open then don't get this lens.
If you like how the f/1.2L II looks wide open and close up, not much else (on a Canon system) comes close. Perhaps the 135mm f/2. |
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02/02/2016 08:11:33 PM · #17 |
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02/09/2016 02:03:04 PM · #18 |
Thank you Mike! Those are beautiful photos btw! So, just to be clear lol those were take with the 1.8 at f2? |
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02/10/2016 03:13:03 PM · #19 |
the details are on each image, some were f2, some were 1.8, one was 2.8.
Its really a great lens.
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02/10/2016 11:19:14 PM · #20 |
On a Budget: Portrait Lenses for Your DSLR
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