What is the absolute best all around lens for the Nikon Z series because I am honestly losing my mind with this kit lens. I have a wedding to shoot for a friend in Seattle next weekend and my 24-50mm is just total garbage in low light and the zoom range is a joke. I thought I could make it work but I keep missing shots because it is so slow to focus and the aperture is just too small.
Budget is about 1100 bucks and I need something that can handle portraits but also wide shots without me constantly swapping glass and missing the moment. Is the 24-120mm f4 worth it or should I just go for a prime? I'm so stressed out...
Honestly, shooting a wedding in Seattle with that kit lens sounds like a nightmare because of the lighting there. I remember shooting a friends indoor ceremony years ago with a slow zoom and I missed half the shots because the camera wouldnt lock focus fast enough. It was a total mess and I felt awful about it. If you want to stay under budget, I would suggest looking at the Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8. It is faster than the f/4 and usually costs around 900 bucks if you find a sale. The Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S is a decent option for range, but for weddings you really need that extra light or your ISO will be crazy high. I went with the 28-75 because it saved me some cash and it handles portraits fine. It basically works for most situations without being too heavy.
