I'd love some advice on which lens to buy...

[Stan16]

Hi,

Great to be here. I'm a novice and hobbyist shooting with a 77D. I currently just own a 50mm 1.4 lens. I'm looking to assemble my own kit, but I'm not sure which lens to purchase next. I know I'd love a versatile lens that can handle low-light situations such as concerts, but can also be used as an everyday lens. I was looking at the 24-70mm 2.8L, but it's worth more than my soul. Haha. If I were to purchase this lens, would I still need any additional prime lenses? I was thinking of getting the 35mm f/2 and the 85mm 1.8 instead of the 24-70. So many options, and tough to decide where to go next. Anybody have any advice? Thank you to all!

[Stan16]

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The 77D is a very capable camera, though not one that a professional, or even a serious amateur, would be likely to buy. But it's a perfectly sensible choice for your stated purpose. By the time you outgrow it, you may elect to upgrade to a new model that isn't available today. At this stage of your development as a photographer, your lens choices are arguably more important than your choice of a camera body. Lens designs change more slowly than camera designs do, so lenses tend to have a longer useful life.

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Thanks, Bob!