eric-holmes
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I mounted a Sigma 70-200 on my D90 today at a local store. Wow, a lot bigger than I thought. I would eventually like to save up for a fast lens. I mostly shoot portraits and once I get better I would like to get my feet wet in weddings. I know that good glass will outlast my body. One day I would like to see myself owning a D700. With all that in mind, what do you think would be the best fit? These are pretty much the top of my budget, so no Nikon name brand. I realize the nice length for portraits is like 85 or greater and I like how I could stand further away with out intimidating the client. I am also scared about loosing the wide angle.
Another question. People talk about these lenses being soft at their wide open aperture. Not being sarcastic, what is the point of buying a 2.8 to use in low light if it is going to be soft? Is it mainly because of the DOF and to isolate the subject?
Input is appreciated as always.
Eric
Tamron | 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF) | AF09NII-700
Sigma | 70-200mm f/2.8 II EX DG APO Macro HSM AF Lens | 579-306
Sigma | 24-70mm f/2.8 IF EX DG HSM Autofocus Lens | 571306 | B&H
Another question. People talk about these lenses being soft at their wide open aperture. Not being sarcastic, what is the point of buying a 2.8 to use in low light if it is going to be soft? Is it mainly because of the DOF and to isolate the subject?
Input is appreciated as always.
Eric
Tamron | 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF) | AF09NII-700
Sigma | 70-200mm f/2.8 II EX DG APO Macro HSM AF Lens | 579-306
Sigma | 24-70mm f/2.8 IF EX DG HSM Autofocus Lens | 571306 | B&H