Which prime lens is best for portrait photography on Nikon DSLRs?

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honestly so done with my kit lens. tried taking some test shots for my sisters graduation in chicago next week and everything is just blurry and soft. driving me crazy. i have like 400 bucks for my d7500. what prime lens is actually best for portraits on these dslrs?

Nikfax · Accepted Answer

Late to the party but you should totally look at the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G! It is absolutely amazing for portraits on a D7500 and the build quality is super reliable. Honestly it is a total steal if you find one used for under $400. The bokeh is way better than the kit lens and it is gonna make those graduation photos look fantastic!

Grobslondrelp · Answer

I totally get the kit lens frustration! For your D7500, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G is a total lifesaver for portraits because it is so sharp and reliable! I also love the Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G for tighter spots. The 50mm gives that amazing blurry background you want, while the 35mm is fantastic for full-body shots. Both are super safe, high-quality picks for your budget!

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