agreed...35 1.8g is way better...i both own in the past as well..

i got the 18-35 before...i like it very much. it also feel lightweight for me and the focal length just nice

I'm now considering to buy tamron 24-70mm. Pair with my D610.
But worried a bit if any incompatible issue.

Anybody have any experience problem using tamron before?

Any brothers here used both Nikon 85mm F1.8G and 105mm Micro F2.8 VR/VR II before? Am looking to use the lens for events/weddings/potrait shooting do share you expereince if you owned them before

Anyone here who is user of Nikon D750 earlier batch that affected by lens flare issue? Wana ask did u guys send in for fix at Nikon centre? If yes, what did they adjust or change? How long it takes for the fix? Can show the receipt of adjustment or changes? After fix already, any other issues crop up?

This post has been edited by ONGEDWIN: May 26 2015, 11:38 AM

I have the 105mm F2.8 VR2, its awesome for macro, but not really so for portraits although the focal length is good
This is because the 105mm is not that sharp at F2.8 for commercial work, at least for me la Its not very fast either, thus more suitable for posed shots only..

I do not have a 85mm F1.8, but I use a Fujifilm 56mm F1.2 (almost same focal length) as my secondary camera during weddings. This one is awesome for portraits and posed shots; not so for candids. Most 85mm lens are quite sharp wide open

Unless if you are planning to shoot macro (e.g. photo of wedding rings etc.) too, the 85mm F1.8 would be the better pick. Especially so if you are on DX

This post has been edited by [PF] T.J.: May 26 2015, 11:54 AM

Awesome feedback bro thank you for sharing, the main thing that is stopping me from the 105mm is the fact that it is a macro lens and also the price as well Let's see if there is any other sifu that can chip in their opinion

Hi Guys,

Been awhile since I ask question here, bz with studies and travelling and working

Anyhow, I have a problem.. Since I'm a vivid traveler, my D3200 + Sigma 17-50mm + 35mm is killing me as weight problem.. although in the bag doesn't effect much, but wearing on the neck my DSLR + the Sigma lens is killing me..

Now the hesitation come in, any SONY user here? haha should I change join the mirror less world to ease my neck pain or DOES investing a shoulder sling will solve everything?

I'm currently looking at BlackRapid Cross Sling(rubber one), so my neck don't die when travel.. or that doesn't even help at all and should sell all my gears and top up and change to mirror less?

a better strap would help i think. your gears aren't heavy at all for dslr standard

Most commercial work will go f/5.6 - f/11 anyway.

I know, max weight give it only 1.7kg which is LIGHT compared to my friends D650 + his Nikon 24-70mm which weight more than 1 TON! hahaah

He is using Blackrapid Sport, which I tried in covering an event, mayb is indoor and less walking, the sling is very comfortable.

Not sure if wear it whole day sweating and sighting will fatigue or not..

You are most welcomed
Having a macro-capable lens has its advantages lol~ But if you are sure you won't be shooting any macro, then the 85mm is gooding~

Yeah, not really heavy haha
I think having a shoulder sling will ease the pain abit, especially since you can switch shoulders to carry your gears..
But if the weight still bothers you, then its a good idea to opt for smaller cameras~ After all, the most important thing is to enjoy your trips

Yeah, that's true haha~
For my wedding/ROM shots, I noticed most (normal) people prefer shots with a lot more bokeh though haha

Oh for ROM i think 105mm would be a huge problem due to the field of view. One would be better off with some 35mm wide aperture lens.

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Another point to consider is the focus speed; For portrait, you can set the focus limit switch to limit the focus distance, but it's still slow for action. Usable but really depends on how you utilize it accordingly.

One more point to take note is the maximum aperture will change as you focus closer (into macro range). E.g. You set to f/2.8, and you go nearer to your subject and you may notice the maximum aperture changed to f/3 or smaller. It can be a problem if you're shooting in manual mode as the ISO or shutter speed still maintains and your exposure will be different.

Thank you for the feedback too mate but the above comments is for the 105mm Micro right?

i have 85mm 1.8g w/ d5100
i wouldnt recommend it for indoor as it would be bit tight
as for event it was a bit slow focusing(in dark)
it is sharp lens even wide open
i buy it mainly for portrait
feel free to check my flickr

You're welcome mate and yes, it's for the 105mm Micro

This post has been edited by Andy214: May 26 2015, 11:34 PM

i have 85 1.8G, i use it for weddings and portraits. Sharp, but a little slow on AF, but sufficiently fast enuf for most excpet sports? and i like that lens alot cz of it's nice bokeh as well. u could consider sigma 85 1.4, which has even better bokehhhh , but have nt tried.

any opinion on 20mm 2.8d and 18-35mm 3.5-4.5G?

That's some good feedback there my friend, will definitely keep that in mind as for the focusing speed, the slow would not be as slow as kit lens would it?

Cheers