06-30-2013 01:47 PM
What type of lens is best for close range shots at a wedding? I use a 70-200mm f/2.8 USM IS II for long range shots. My kit lens makes for "undesirable" quality shots.
06-30-2013 03:11 PM
I use the 24-70 on Full frames 80% of all the weddings. I find zoom lens is more convenience. But most people out there root for the prime.
06-30-2013 10:32 PM
I don't shoot weddings (unless it's a family member) but I do know that the 16-35 F2.8 is another popular lens for up close work.
07-01-2013 03:41 PM
@cicopo wrote:I don't shoot weddings (unless it's a family member) but I do know that the 16-35 F2.8 is another popular lens for up close work.
Yikes. I can't image there are too many brides that are flattered with how they look in UWA.
07-01-2013 05:33 PM
07-01-2013 09:12 PM
@cicopo wrote:I don't shoot weddings (unless it's a family member) but I do know that the 16-35 F2.8 is another popular lens for up close work.
Yikes. I can't image there are too many brides that are flattered with how they look in UWA.
Depends on which body you use whether it's a UWA, and the pro who shot my daughter's wedding in Kauai used one heavily on a 1.3 body with very good results.
07-02-2013 07:36 AM
"... used one heavily on a 1.3 body with very good results."
This is common with wedding photographers as I mentioned my 17-40mm f4.
The three lens I use are the 17-40mm f4, 24-105mm f4 and the 70-200mm f2.8. But the 70-200 usually sits on my 5D Mk II.
Of course it depends on the church, too. I have run into some priests that won't allow very close proximity to the altar and I am forced to shoot the ceremony with my 100-400mm from the back of the church. It takes all kinds!!!!!!!!!!
07-02-2013 11:31 AM
@cicopo wrote:
Depends on which body you use whether it's a UWA, and the pro who shot my daughter's wedding in Kauai used one heavily on a 1.3 body with very good results.
Yes, you're right, if you're using a 16-35 with a crop then obviously you won't get all the distortion.
Don't get me wrong, I love UWA, and the images they can create with subjects on the edges. But usually it's not too flattering on human features.
07-01-2013 12:40 PM
I do a lot of weddings and the 24-105mm f4 is on my 1D Mk III 90% of the time. It is a great all around lens and can be had at a very attractive price. I find the 24-70mm not long enough but if I need extra wide shots, I prefer the 17-40mm f4.
07-02-2013 08:00 PM
24-70mm f/2.8L USM II would be the best pairing for what you have already. If you are using a crop body and need something wider, then there are other options.
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