Which prime lens is best for the Nikon D850?

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I finally pulled the trigger on a used D850 for a big wedding Im shooting in Seattle this October but now Im literally panicking about lenses. I only have about 850 bucks left in the budget after buying the body and I keep reading that this sensor is so high res that it just destroys mediocre glass and shows every flaw. I was looking at the Nikon 50mm 1.8G because its a classic but then I saw people saying the Sigma 35mm Art is the only way to go for this sensor even though its way heavier and might have autofocus problems? I dont want to miss shots because of the lens hunting during the ceremony. Should I just stick with Nikon or is the Sigma actually worth the risk for the 45 megapixels? Which prime is actually going to hold up on this thing?

Snidflibesoni · Accepted Answer

To add to the point above: I actually have to disagree about the Sigma being the only path here! While it is crazy sharp, the autofocus reliability on the D850 can be a real gamble without a lot of calibration. I remember shooting a rainy wedding near Pike Place years ago and my lens just wouldnt lock on... it was a total disaster! Personally, I think the Tamron SP 45mm f/1.8 Di VC USD for Nikon F is a much better fit for your budget and that specific sensor. Its sharp as a tack and the Vibration Control is amazing for handheld shots in dim Seattle venues! Plus, the weather sealing is a total lifesaver when that mist starts. Quick tip: always grab the Tamron Tap-in Console for Nikon to dial in the AF perfectly before the big day.

CHIRPknj · Answer

> Should I just stick with Nikon or is the Sigma actually worth the risk for the 45 megapixels? Honestly, the Sigma is worth the weight. I used the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Nikon F-Mount for years and the sharpness is way better than the 1.8G. If youre worried about focus, grab a Sigma USB Dock for Nikon to calibrate it. Its killer for weddings.

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