I am so stoked right now because I finally pulled the trigger on the Fujifilm X-S20 after saving for like six months and it just arrived yesterday! The IBIS is literally life changing compared to my old Nikon d3300 that I used for years. But here is the thing... I spent basically my whole budget on the body and the kit lens is fine for general travel but my sisters getting married next month in a park and I really want to get those creamy blurry background shots for her and the family. I am based in Portland so itll probably be overcast and gray, so I really need something fast to let in light without the ISO going crazy.
I have been obsessively watching YouTube reviews and I am stuck between a few different lenses. First is the Sigma 56mm f1.4. Everyone says its the sharpest thing for the price and its tiny which is great for the X-S20 size. But then I saw the Viltrox 75mm f1.2 and the photos look incredible like literally pro level but its kinda heavy and maybe too long for a wedding? Like if I am close to people I might just get their heads in the frame lol. Then there is the Fuji 50mm f2 which is weather sealed and that matters in the PNW but its only f2 and I really want that bokeh depth.
My budget is strictly under $450 because the wedding is in three weeks and I gotta pay for the hotel too so money is tight. I can find the Sigma used for like $320 and the Viltrox is stretching it at $430 new on sale right now. Is the 75mm too much of a focal length jump for someone just starting out with primes? I dont want to be standing a mile away from my family just to get a portrait. Or should I just stick with the Sigma since it matches the camera size better? I am leaning toward the Sigma but that Viltrox 1.2 is calling my name and the reviews are making it look like a beast... what do you guys think for a first dedicated portrait lens?
Nice pick on the X-S20! I've been so happy with my current setup, it works well for everything. Seriously. Honestly, 75mm might be too tight for a busy wedding tho... dont want to be backing into bushes.
- 56mm is way more versatile for moving through crowds.
- Fast glass is basically a cheat code for PNW gloom. Just curious:
- How much room will you have at the venue?
- Tight headshots or full-body photos?