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Like someone mentioned, those long days walking around Japan really make you appreciate a lighter setup. I've been really happy using the Tamron 28-75...
> Is the 50mm Lux really the king for portraits or am I overthinking the focal length thing... I went through this exact same spiral last year. I w...
Unfortunately, my Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary was a letdown with fringing in Chicago. Skip that one. Pick up the Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS. Its m...
> half of them are soft in the corners or the focus just missed entirely Man, I totally feel for you. I have been through that exact same stress an...
Honestly, I would suggest going with the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G for a studio gig like that. I learned the hard way a few years back during a br...
Saw this earlier but just now responding. Before picking a lens, what camera body are you actually using? Whether you have a full frame or a crop sens...
Just saw your post. Unfortunately, most sub-$1200 zooms really struggle with corner softness compared to your primes. I found the older Sigma 24-70mm ...
Had a moment to look into this. For a trip to Japan, these are probably your best options:Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD: basically the king of ...
I spent two weeks trekking through Osaka last year and honestly, by day three I was ready to leave my heavy kit in the hotel safe. You might want to c...
Would love to know this too
Just wanted to say thanks for everyone chiming in. Super helpful discussion.