Here's a list for easy reference Ordered by focal length ZOOMS Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 Nikkor 24-70mm f2.8 G Nikkor 80-200 f2.8 D AF PRIMES Nikkor 20mm f1.8 G Nikkor 60mm f2.8 D Tokina 100mm f2.8 Nikkor 105mm f2 D Nikkor 180mm f2.8 D MF PRIMES Zeiss Distagon 35mm f2 ZF or ZF2 Zeiss Planar 50mm f1.4 ZF2 Voigtlander 58mm f1.4 Noct Zeiss Planar 85mm 1.4 ZF2 Nikkor 135mm 2.8 or 3.5 AI or AIS
A someone trying to cover as many bases as possible with the smallest payout, I see no reason to have a 100 and 105 or a 50, 58 and a 60. I have the Token 100 and the 80-200. I also have the 35mm 1.8.
Almost a year later and at the time I only owned two of these lenses. Now I own all but two. My first from these recommendations was the 180mm and my first images from it were shocking. What a difference between that lens with 8 elements vs the 70-200mm with 23 elements. So, I've been slowly but surely buying one after another. Shooting with each to appreciate it's unique qualities and I've been very pleased with the results. The only two I don't now have are the 20mm and the 50mm, but I have the 24mm and the 58mm Voit and I feel those are close enough and anything I'd need a 20mm for, a 24mm should work and if I need wider, I now have the 15-30mm. Same with the 50mm. I already have three other 50mm and I'd probably prefer the 58mm anyway. This was one of my favorite videos that I came across of yours last year. These recommendations are excellent. Personal favorites are the 35mm, 180mm, 58mm, 80-200mm and the 100mm DC (or 135mm DC) lenses. If I were to add anything, it would be the 300mm f/4 AF ED. Thank you for all the fantastic recommendations!
So, I literally ordered four lenses this morning: - Nikkor 135mm 2.8 - Nikkor 105mm 2.5 - Tokina 100mm 2.8 - Nikkor 180mm 2.8 I ordered these on your recommendations. I wish I could have gotten the Zeiss 85mm 1.4, but that and the Tamron 15-30mm 2.8 will just have to wait until my next incentive. I thank you, Angry Photographer, for keeping me from wasting any more money on the Nikon brand stuff that may be inferior optically . . . and optics are THE MOST IMPORTANT thing to me.
Yeah, I couldn't take it anymore and just took the plunge. The Tamron 15-30mm and Zeiss 85mm will finish it up. I'm holding off on the Tamron 70-200mm for now and the Voigtlander 58mm is intriguing, but I rarely use my 50mm, so I don't know if I would actually use the 'Lander. The Tokina will arrive by Friday, the Nikkor 180mm by Monday and the other two some time in early March, since they're coming from Japan.
Thank you, Angry Photographer. The knowledge I have gained from watching your videos (almost exclusively now) is tremendous. I cannot say enough how much I appreciate you and your efforts.
I have to agree with the 80-200 f2.8 being on that list. I love this lens for it's sharpness and wide aperture, AF speed is more than adequate mated with my Nikon D7100. I will not part with this, despite needing a massage after lugging it around at the zoo for 6 hours.
Update: Okay, so a little over a year since I first saw your videos. I've probably watched between 500 and 700 of your 3300 video library, mostly lens reviews and lighting setups. I had all but the 50mm zf.2 and the 20mm 1.8G and after landing a nice corporate gig that actually paid well, I decided to grab the 50mm Zeiss. I went ahead and got it new in the box and I've done the first round of test shots on my also new D850. Of the 12 of 13 lenses listed here, this one may be the finest. Just an edge above the 35mm and the 58. But that's only a first impression. Damn, that 50 has huge render depth. Images are almost alive SOOC. There is an amazing amount of realism of the subject unlike any regular lens. I'm blown away.
@@KobbyBlay If kept in good condition away from heavy dust, moisture, and mold, most good lenses will outlive your grandchildren and still perform their best while doing it.
Hi, I had the Nikkor 105 1.2 DC, loved it but I also had Nikkor Macro 105 2.8 VR and I noticed that it was a bit sharper. Wht¨s you opinion about teh VT macro lens ? Works for portraits as well I guess but teh DC was really speciall I agree, felty great in my hand.
I know this video is ancient, and you probably won't respond, but you don't happen to have any reccomendations for a big telephoto lens do you? I'm poor and would love an upgrade but older lenses are always so much cheaper than new!
In one of his later videos he talks about the Nikkor 70-300 vr g specifically. Or if you want to go really big the the nikkor 200-500mm is basically a telescope hooked up to a dslr 😂
Thanks to your great videos I’m now a poor photographer. Have buy last week many Nikon lenses which your recommendations. Is it wise to use on all lenses Nikon NC filters.
+Eliellasdad diff worlds there, you need macro????? one is AF the other MF more info needed really.......... however the 60mm for MOST people at $200 is the supreme choice.
Hey Ken, I just ordered the Voigtlander 58mm on your recommendation and I've been hovering over the Buy Now button for over a month now but this video made me go all the way. I hope its as good as you say it is, hopefully it'll arrive before Xmas. Keep up the good work.
+Peter Morrison no unhappy buyers of it yet, but i warn people in OTHER video, if youre nto skilled at MF, the lens will spank you you have to EITHER be patient and learn MF, or youll be struggling for a while.
+Theoria Apophysis Thanks for highlighting this lens in your videos, if you hadn't I wouldn't have been enjoying myself as much as I am at the moment shooting it, its just awesome and I personally think, having owned the 58mm 1.4G, its better in many ways apart from the AF :) Anyway, thanks for your advice and have a good New Year.
+Stefan Breton if youre not skilled in MF work, the 60mm can be used for all kinds more things the 60mm nikkor even though the 58mm voigt is a better critter for BW portraiture weigh the differences
Just working on getting back into photography with a D7200 and looking for a zoom, primarily for real estate work - thoughts about adding one of the following lenses - or do you have a better option? (I already have a Tokina 11-16 f2.8) Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II
Hi there. I do have a question as it relates to the Nikkor 180mm 2.8. I found a version for a little under $400 and am thinking of taking the plunge. However, one of the things that I read on Rockwell's site in his review is that it struggles with focus accuracy with a subject that is closer than 40 ft. I am hoping that's just a typo, or better, totally false. Have you noticed anything like that or any other kind of focusing accuracy issues with that particular lens?
I feel like you are going to scold me for this but I took my Rokinon 35mm F1.4 apart the other day. It had too much dust inside to be useful to me anymore. Now that it's apart, I find that it's way too difficult to get it back together clean. Should I just recycle this thing or is there a place that will put it back together for me. Please show mercy.
Some nice lenses. I have the 200mm, and the 60mm mentioned. I love the precision feel of the micro 60mm and build. Better depth of field than the popular 90mms, if you can get in close enough. One older lens I found like new for about $180 that is a real bargain is the 28-105 F3.5 4.5 D series zoom. Stopped down a stop and it is amazing in contrast and sharpness and it even can do 2:1 macro. It can have some flare issues if you are not careful is about all I can complain about. They keep telling me the new lenses are sharper, but I have not seen any kit zoom perform like this old one. The very small 20mm Dseries F2.8 is another gem of a lens, I must add.
which 85mm????? the zeiss 85?? hell yes the 58mm voigt is WAY better and MUCH cheaper than the nikkor, everyone wets themselves that buys it, its amazing
Hello Angry :) my question is about old manual 35 Nikon 1.4 I wonder how to compare nikon to Your recomendation zeiss 35 I can buy Nikon 1.4 amazing condition aroud 300$
Hi.. What you think of the old Nikkor 70-210mm f/4-5.6? My wife owns one for almost 20 years and it´s in the wardrobe. Don´t use it much. Last year I bought a Nikon 750D with 24-70 2.8G, very happy with that and want to get a tele, with sharp image. I saw here your opinion of the Nikkor 80-200 AF2.8. Do you think it is far better that my 70-210? DO you think is worth tne money to change it for getting extra sharpness?
I have two of the meantioned lenses, the Nokton58mm/1.4 and the Nikon 20mm/1.4. What I am suprised of is that there are no 28mm lenses included, how come?
Hey Ken I understand the 60mm is really good for its multiple purpose. I can buy the 55mm f2.8 micro for about 100$. Is the 55mm comparable to the 60mm?
i have a 18-55mm, 55-200mm lens and also a nikkor 35mm f1.8 lens. what would you recommend next ? maybe a tokina 100mm f2.8 ? im interested in macro. i like sharp images .
ken, i just realized that over the past 2 years, with watching your vids almost daily, i've collected 11 of these 13 damn lenses. happy happy happy. thank you thank you thank you. just amazed how i'm still not broke. lol.~
I got the Nikkor 60mm 2.8D on your recommendation and it is really amazing. The macro on it is OUTSTANDING! The only thing I have against it is that it doesn't work completely for full frame (I have the D750). It crops at 1.2. It also doesn't stay at f2.8 all the time (it moves up to f3.2 sometimes), I can't figure that part out-it's a prime lens. Thanks for the recommendation though, overall it's a great lens!
hell yes, that lens is so useful too :) ..... crop? no thats a full frame lens it doesnt crop anything..... yes yes, thats cause the front element zooms out and the light falls off, nearly all macro lenses to that :)
I'll have to send you a picture (somehow) of what I see in the viewfinder. There's a crop box just inside the edge of the frame and then it says dx 1.2 in the top right corner. (I'm at work now and don't have it with me, but I can send you something later)
Hello, big fan and love your channel. Do you by any chance own Nikon's 200mm f4d macro lens? Looking for some input. I have the lens and feel that it's over hyped and that the sharpness is not that good for a macro lens. Would you mind sharing your thoughts.
For DX portraits and macro should i get the tokina f2.8 100mm or the nikkor 60mm afd? I dont have enough money for both and i already only own the 35 dx 1.8G on my d7200 thanks
One question: do you know the difference between the zeiss milvus 35mm f2 and the distagon 35mm f2? I have been doing my research but found nothing so I thought I'd ask the master
In need of a ultra wide angle for northern lights up here in Alaska. Do you have any experience with the Tokina AT‑X 116 Pro DX‑II 11 ‑ 16mm F/2.8? If so what are your thoughts on it? Going to go on my d7200.
I would like a longer focal length for my portraits than my 50mm 1.8G Nikkor. on a budget and thinking of getting the Tokina 100m and having the added functionality of a Macro lense. my other choice would be the 85mm 1.8 Nikkor. I am interested in black and white portraits. Opinions?
sir ... i have nikon d5200 and my firmware is up to date ie 1.03. ..at present i want to purchase a lens ....whether i go for nikon AS-P 70-300 or Tamron di ld 70-300....my main use is photograph not vedio ...aperture value is not good in AS-P lens then tamron so i am verymuch confused between dis 2 lens ...kindly say which lens is good for photography with good blue background
+Wet Your Knot The information at 12:33 to about 13+ mins. is 100% incorrect in the absolute extreme ua-cam.com/video/mqk5ln5IC5U/v-deo.html watch that portion and see if you can figure out the many errors.
I’m in process of setting up my lenses setup for a FF Canon and Nikon. I think I could go with: - Nikon 14-24mm 2.8G - Zeiss Distagon 2/35 - Zeiss Makro Planar 2/105 ZF.2 - Nikon 200-400mm 4.0G VR Plus for Canon: - Canon 24-70mm 2.8L II - Canon 50mm 1.2L - Canon 70-200mm 2.8L IS II Maybe I should change the Zeiss Distagon 2/35 for a Nikon 50mm 1.4G. I’m not sure about the Canon 24-70mm since I’m not a pro, maybe I could go with a 16-35mm 2.8L III instead of both 24-70 and 14-24. Or maybe should go with the Tamron 15-30mm 2.8 F2. What do you suggest?
Thanks! I mean if it's an awesome lens I don't mind manually focusing which is why I have the Opteka 85mm 1.8 and another manual lens I forgot the name of... I just want to know what it is and is not capable of :)
got the Tokina 100mm and the 80-200mm f2.8 best.. lenses.. ever.. i will never get rid of them.. all because of your recommendation.. got the 50mm 2.8 D series and just need a wide angle for my D800.. would the 20mm D series be just as good as the G series?
+Theoria Apophasis I've been looking at 20mm. I don't want the G-series because of the size. I am looking more for a low profile 20mm. Is the D or the Voightlander preferred?
+SFM for what it's worth, he also recommends the old Nikon 20mm 3.5. I know it didn't make this list, but I got one on his recommendations and have been more than pleased. Just my $0.02...
Hi Ken, just bought a Nikkor 24-50 3.3 D (very cheap). I like the old D lenses is this one useful? I am aware it's certainly not one of the best, but i'm hoping to enjoy it and give the autofocus motor in my D7000 a workout. Regards Oliver
So can somebody recommend a good moderate wide angle to short telephoto non-autofocus zoom lens for my Nikon FM 35 mm film camera? Like a 35-70 or 35-80? Prefer to stay with Nikon Nikkor or a good other make in Nikon AI mount.
Theoria Apophasis please confirm if the Carl Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/2 ZF.2 Lens for Nikon FX...Is the same with the Distagon lens 1.4 that you mentioned as 12/10???
I owned the 80-200 2.8 but it had extreme backfocus af 200mm. Maybe a bad copy or so? On the internet i discoverd that more people had a backfocus problem. What is your experience with this lens on a digital slr?
Hey I just ordered a Sigma 70-210mm f2.8 from Ebay. I tried to find info on it, i found a couple threads about it but from years ago. I have a 30 day return period so we'll see about the performance. Any thoughts about it??
- Hi Ken .. I bought a 50mm e series today for my Nikon d7100/750 and although it's aperture ranges from f1.8 - f22, in camera the display says f7 when the aperture ring is on f22 and f0 when at f1.8?? Any ideas why?? Cheers man Antony :0)
+antoneath yeah, the aperture ring register is out of place, check it :/ ohhhh wait, you need to set NON CPU DATA on the lens, in the system MENU :P heheheheh, E series
Ken, if you needed to choose, which would you take: Zeiss 50 1.4 or Voigtlander 58 1.4??? what the difference between them and is the 0.8mm difference that significant??
He AP, I have nd I am using it also for video captures. My question is what is the most silent lense out there so captured moments dont have the annoying focus noise coming through?
That Carl Zeiss 85mm f2.0? or f2.8? I need to know exactly the full name, because so many on eBay to pick from, like Contarex Carl Zeiss Sonnar 85mm f2 Nikon mount modified
Regarding the 24-70 Nikkor, the pictured lens seems to be the G lens. The current non-G lens costs significantly more and has 20 elements. Is the lens you are describing an out of production lens?
Hi Theoria Apophasis thank you for the video. I have almost decided to buy an Nikon D700. It is only 12mp with AA filter, not as d800e / 810 / 850. Which from the lenses from the video could you recommend as most compatible with d700 for the ultimate magic photos? (Out of this list too) Also from the Voigtländers - there are only 58 f1,4 and 40mm f2 for DSLR ? I would be thankful.
I have a D5500 and I'm really having a hard time picking 2 new lenses so I can stop using the kit. I'm stuck between the nikon 35mm 1.8g vs the 50mm 1.8g for a prime or the tamron 28-75 f2.8 vs the 24-85mm 3.5-4.5 (you mentioned it as the sharpest midrange) I'm trying to get into wedding, portraits, children, and street photography.
Interesting selection Ken. I have some of these and some others. My advice is to consider which lenses are actually required in a photographers work. Indeed there isn't a perfect lens that's why we probably end up with too many :)
everytime i think of the Nikkor 135mm 2.8 lens, i can't believe how amazing it is. The color and rendition are absolutely incredible. I have one and want like 2 more for no reason lol.
Do you think i should get fx lenses as my first lenses instead of dx as it will save me a ton of money in the future or is there any light in buying dx lenses?
yes and no it depends what you wanna shoot put ofcours its more interesting to get the FX lenses since you wont have to buy new glass for your FF camera
Ken hello, I know you have it all but if you had to choose between the AF DC 105 f/2D the Zeiss 100 f/2 Planar ZF2 and the Nikor 105 f/2.5.........I already have the Tokina 100 and the Zeiss 85 , then what?????? O..... Difficult decision
Very nice video. Need your help in deciding about 2 of the lenses you mentioned in the video. Which of the following is your suggestion and recommendation as you have used both. 1. 80-200 f2.8 D Pushpull version for about 350$ OR 2 ring new version for about $550 ? IS the 2 ring version worth the extra 200$? 2. 135mm Ai f 2.8 for about 275$ or f 3.5 for about 130$ ?
+Naveen Mc im not about blowing money, but yes, its worth the $200 but that statement is about half subjective. oooooooh, easy answer, get the 3.5 for cheaps :) ive got maybe 5 of em :)
+masum khan khan i have that lens, its very expensive and divine, it of course excels in sharpness and lack of CA i included its better 'sister' , which is the 105mm F2 DC nikkor.
+masum khan khan ohhh the AIS, yes yes.......i refer to teh superior dog, the 135mm F2 DC nikkor yes, the AiS 135mm F2 is a fine lens, however at its current going rate, would NOT buy it, $200 more you can get a used 105mm F2 DC Nikkor.
+Theoria Apophasis Thanks for the response - I'd never spend $4k+ on a lens, anyway. I figured since you didn't include it that you had a good reason, I was just curious. I'll stick it next to my Leica Noctilux...
Here's a list for easy reference Ordered by focal length
ZOOMS
Tamron 15-30mm f2.8
Nikkor 24-70mm f2.8 G
Nikkor 80-200 f2.8 D
AF PRIMES
Nikkor 20mm f1.8 G
Nikkor 60mm f2.8 D
Tokina 100mm f2.8
Nikkor 105mm f2 D
Nikkor 180mm f2.8 D
MF PRIMES
Zeiss Distagon 35mm f2 ZF or ZF2
Zeiss Planar 50mm f1.4 ZF2
Voigtlander 58mm f1.4 Noct
Zeiss Planar 85mm 1.4 ZF2
Nikkor 135mm 2.8 or 3.5 AI or AIS
+seriypshick what a PILE of happy that is, wowie. ....... you got all those ehh? :)
No, I actually don't own any of them, haha. I did use the 80-200mm when I worked at a studio. Good lens. Good colors.
Theoria Apophasis in
I was just about to ask for this
A someone trying to cover as many bases as possible with the smallest payout, I see no reason to have a 100 and 105 or a 50, 58 and a 60. I have the Token 100 and the 80-200. I also have the 35mm 1.8.
Almost a year later and at the time I only owned two of these lenses. Now I own all but two. My first from these recommendations was the 180mm and my first images from it were shocking. What a difference between that lens with 8 elements vs the 70-200mm with 23 elements. So, I've been slowly but surely buying one after another. Shooting with each to appreciate it's unique qualities and I've been very pleased with the results.
The only two I don't now have are the 20mm and the 50mm, but I have the 24mm and the 58mm Voit and I feel those are close enough and anything I'd need a 20mm for, a 24mm should work and if I need wider, I now have the 15-30mm. Same with the 50mm. I already have three other 50mm and I'd probably prefer the 58mm anyway.
This was one of my favorite videos that I came across of yours last year. These recommendations are excellent.
Personal favorites are the 35mm, 180mm, 58mm, 80-200mm and the 100mm DC (or 135mm DC) lenses.
If I were to add anything, it would be the 300mm f/4 AF ED.
Thank you for all the fantastic recommendations!
List of the lenses:
Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED
Nikon 20mm f/1.8G ED
Nikon 80-200mm f/2.8D
Nikon 60mm f/2.8D
Voigtländer Nokton 58mm f/1.4
Nikon 135mm f/2.8 or f/2.5 Ai-S
Zeiss Planar 50mm f/1.4
Tokina 100mm f/2.8 macro
Nikon 105mm f/2DC
Tamron 15-30mm f/2.8
Nikon 180mm f/2.8
Zeiss 35mm f/2
Zeiss Planar 85mm f/1.4
Thank you
So, I literally ordered four lenses this morning:
- Nikkor 135mm 2.8
- Nikkor 105mm 2.5
- Tokina 100mm 2.8
- Nikkor 180mm 2.8
I ordered these on your recommendations. I wish I could have gotten the Zeiss 85mm 1.4, but that and the Tamron 15-30mm 2.8 will just have to wait until my next incentive. I thank you, Angry Photographer, for keeping me from wasting any more money on the Nikon brand stuff that may be inferior optically . . . and optics are THE MOST IMPORTANT thing to me.
+Jo We damnn!!!!!!!
Yeah, I couldn't take it anymore and just took the plunge. The Tamron 15-30mm and Zeiss 85mm will finish it up. I'm holding off on the Tamron 70-200mm for now and the Voigtlander 58mm is intriguing, but I rarely use my 50mm, so I don't know if I would actually use the 'Lander.
The Tokina will arrive by Friday, the Nikkor 180mm by Monday and the other two some time in early March, since they're coming from Japan.
Thank you, Angry Photographer. The knowledge I have gained from watching your videos (almost exclusively now) is tremendous. I cannot say enough how much I appreciate you and your efforts.
thanks man :P
I have to agree with the 80-200 f2.8 being on that list. I love this lens for it's sharpness and wide aperture, AF speed is more than adequate mated with my Nikon D7100. I will not part with this, despite needing a massage after lugging it around at the zoo for 6 hours.
Just purchased the 200mm f4 ais Nikkor based upon your recommendation. Great lens. Got it from Ebay/Japan. Thanks.
Update: Okay, so a little over a year since I first saw your videos. I've probably watched between 500 and 700 of your 3300 video library, mostly lens reviews and lighting setups. I had all but the 50mm zf.2 and the 20mm 1.8G and after landing a nice corporate gig that actually paid well, I decided to grab the 50mm Zeiss. I went ahead and got it new in the box and I've done the first round of test shots on my also new D850. Of the 12 of 13 lenses listed here, this one may be the finest. Just an edge above the 35mm and the 58. But that's only a first impression. Damn, that 50 has huge render depth. Images are almost alive SOOC. There is an amazing amount of realism of the subject unlike any regular lens. I'm blown away.
Hi if you had to choose would you have the nikon 60mm 2.8 d or the voigtlander 58mm f1.4
the nikkor 60mm is more useful
@@KenTheoriaApophasis thanks I should of explained what I need the lens for I want it for abstract and woodland images
Hey Ken, you need to do a new version of this video! A 2018 edition!
Yes Ken we need a 2018 version of this
X2
But does their performance decline? Or there are competitors?
@@KobbyBlay If kept in good condition away from heavy dust, moisture, and mold, most good lenses will outlive your grandchildren and still perform their best while doing it.
Make that 2021 version
Skip to 4:26 to hear what they are...
I feel like he could'¨ve also listed the lenses on the description of this video.
Thank
Thank you so much
he has knowledge but talked about a lot of sh*t at the beginning. hi 4 years later.
Hey! I couldnt find the voigtlander 85mm nokton anywhere.... can you show me where to buy it?
+Jakob Schad cameraquest.com
+Theoria Apophasis thank you man!
Thanksfor this amazing rundown. Appreciate if you please do another video as on 2024.
Hi, I had the Nikkor 105 1.2 DC, loved it but I also had Nikkor Macro 105 2.8 VR and I noticed that it was a bit sharper. Wht¨s you opinion about teh VT macro lens ? Works for portraits as well I guess but teh DC was really speciall I agree, felty great in my hand.
I know this video is ancient, and you probably won't respond, but you don't happen to have any reccomendations for a big telephoto lens do you? I'm poor and would love an upgrade but older lenses are always so much cheaper than new!
In one of his later videos he talks about the Nikkor 70-300 vr g specifically. Or if you want to go really big the the nikkor 200-500mm is basically a telescope hooked up to a dslr 😂
I'm curious if you use any of these lenses with an aperture ring adapted to your fuji?
Any chance of a 2019 version of this topic?!
Thanks to your great videos I’m now a poor photographer. Have buy last week many Nikon lenses which your recommendations. Is it wise to use on all lenses Nikon NC filters.
Ken...if you had to chose between the Nikon 60mm and Voightlander 58mm which would you purchase.
+Eliellasdad diff worlds there, you need macro????? one is AF the other MF
more info needed really.......... however the 60mm for MOST people at $200 is the supreme choice.
Hey Ken, I just ordered the Voigtlander 58mm on your recommendation and I've been hovering over the Buy Now button for over a month now but this video made me go all the way. I hope its as good as you say it is, hopefully it'll arrive before Xmas.
Keep up the good work.
+Peter Morrison no unhappy buyers of it yet, but i warn people in OTHER video, if youre nto skilled at MF, the lens will spank you
you have to EITHER be patient and learn MF, or youll be struggling for a while.
+Theoria Apophysis Thanks for highlighting this lens in your videos, if you hadn't I wouldn't have been enjoying myself as much as I am at the moment shooting it, its just awesome and I personally think, having owned the 58mm 1.4G, its better in many ways apart from the AF :) Anyway, thanks for your advice and have a good New Year.
Solid lens with unique results.
What do you think about the Nikon 28-70mm? Thank you
Do you prefer the zeiss planar 50mm 1.4 over the voigtlander 50mm Nokton 1.2?
I don't even have a Nikon camera, this guy's enthusiasm and apparent knowledge is infectious. After watching this I almost wish I did have a Nikon.
I hope you are doing well. I miss your rants and informative/objective videos on photography! AND THAT'S AN UNDENIABLE FACT!
Hello Ken, in regards to a DX portrait lens ONLY, Voigtlander 58mm or Nikon 60mm? Most of my work is black and white btw.
+Stefan Breton if youre not skilled in MF work, the 60mm can be used for all kinds more things
the 60mm nikkor
even though the 58mm voigt is a better critter for BW portraiture
weigh the differences
+Stefan Breton live streaming now!
MF is no mystery to me. Half my lenses are MF. Thanks for the info!
Just working on getting back into photography with a D7200 and looking for a zoom, primarily for real estate work - thoughts about adding one of the following lenses - or do you have a better option? (I already have a Tokina 11-16 f2.8)
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II
tks Ken for the heads up, great stuff.
should i get the nikkor "24-85mm f3.5-4.5 af-s" for a dx 1.5x crop sensor??
Yes
Hi there. I do have a question as it relates to the Nikkor 180mm 2.8. I found a version for a little under $400 and am thinking of taking the plunge. However, one of the things that I read on Rockwell's site in his review is that it struggles with focus accuracy with a subject that is closer than 40 ft. I am hoping that's just a typo, or better, totally false. Have you noticed anything like that or any other kind of focusing accuracy issues with that particular lens?
How would you comp are the nikon 180mm f2.8 with the tamron 180mm f2.5 apart from the largest aperture?
Sorry for the question, I should have looked down the sheet there is a list there. What is the second best 85mm out there for Nikon?
Freddie Slaughter The Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G is awesome and can be had brand new for about $450ish.
I have just got a tokina lens.sd 16- 28 f2.8 ( lf) fx what's best use? On a 7.100. Nikon. .body.?
+Theoria Apophasis The 35-70 2.8 and 60mm 2.8 both cover the 60mm focal range AND shoot macro, so which would YOU buy first? Thanks!
I feel like you are going to scold me for this but I took my Rokinon 35mm F1.4 apart the other day. It had too much dust inside to be useful to me anymore. Now that it's apart, I find that it's way too difficult to get it back together clean. Should I just recycle this thing or is there a place that will put it back together for me. Please show mercy.
datalaforge take it to the Walmart photo department they will fix it believe it or not
Some nice lenses. I have the 200mm, and the 60mm mentioned. I love the precision feel of the micro 60mm and build. Better depth of field than the popular 90mms, if you can get in close enough.
One older lens I found like new for about $180 that is a real bargain is the 28-105 F3.5 4.5 D series zoom. Stopped down a stop and it is amazing in contrast and sharpness and it even can do 2:1 macro. It can have some flare issues if you are not careful is about all I can complain about. They keep telling me the new lenses are sharper, but I have not seen any kit zoom perform like this old one. The very small 20mm Dseries F2.8 is another gem of a lens, I must add.
Thank you! this really opened my mind!!!!,....... but in the case of 58mm and 85mm are better than the nikkor??
Thanks!
which 85mm????? the zeiss 85?? hell yes
the 58mm voigt is WAY better and MUCH cheaper than the nikkor, everyone wets themselves that buys it, its amazing
Hello Angry :) my question is about old manual 35 Nikon 1.4 I wonder how to compare nikon to Your recomendation zeiss 35
I can buy Nikon 1.4 amazing condition aroud 300$
Hi.. What you think of the old Nikkor 70-210mm f/4-5.6? My wife owns one for almost 20 years and it´s in the wardrobe. Don´t use it much. Last year I bought a Nikon 750D with 24-70 2.8G, very happy with that and want to get a tele, with sharp image. I saw here your opinion of the Nikkor 80-200 AF2.8. Do you think it is far better that my 70-210? DO you think is worth tne money to change it for getting extra sharpness?
Still relevant in 2023
Who do you use for nikon repair for out of service lenses that nikon will not repair. Thanks much
peachtree photo camera repair :)
Thank you..... by the way ...you rock.....
I'm here to ask for an updated version of this AND the budget version.
I have two of the meantioned lenses, the Nokton58mm/1.4 and the Nikon 20mm/1.4.
What I am suprised of is that there are no 28mm lenses included, how come?
Hey Ken I understand the 60mm is really good for its multiple purpose. I can buy the 55mm f2.8 micro for about 100$. Is the 55mm comparable to the 60mm?
+Vincent Gerard nope, theyre worlds apart.
i have a 18-55mm, 55-200mm lens and also a nikkor 35mm f1.8 lens. what would you recommend next ? maybe a tokina 100mm f2.8 ? im interested in macro. i like sharp images .
that or a wide zoom :P
Theoria Apophasis What wide zoom would you reccomend ? Is there any lense thats sharp and good for portraits but for not a high budget.
Super super super :) thanx / will be nice to get your opinion on 24-70 Nikor vr Tamron
ken, i just realized that over the past 2 years, with watching your vids almost daily, i've collected 11 of these 13 damn lenses. happy happy happy. thank you thank you thank you. just amazed how i'm still not broke. lol.~
I'm doing the same. Thank you Ken for fueling my need for using the best glass. Love you 😍
Which ones did you get?
I got the Nikkor 60mm 2.8D on your recommendation and it is really amazing. The macro on it is OUTSTANDING! The only thing I have against it is that it doesn't work completely for full frame (I have the D750). It crops at 1.2. It also doesn't stay at f2.8 all the time (it moves up to f3.2 sometimes), I can't figure that part out-it's a prime lens. Thanks for the recommendation though, overall it's a great lens!
hell yes, that lens is so useful too :) ..... crop? no thats a full frame lens it doesnt crop anything..... yes yes, thats cause the front element zooms out and the light falls off, nearly all macro lenses to that :)
I'll have to send you a picture (somehow) of what I see in the viewfinder. There's a crop box just inside the edge of the frame and then it says dx 1.2 in the top right corner. (I'm at work now and don't have it with me, but I can send you something later)
Will Mendez That's a camera setting. It has nothing to do with the lens.
Hey Joe, yes I did find that. I finally realized that it was a setting and found the fix. Thanks!
No problem, Will. I am glad you got it solved. It's actually a great feature in the FF cameras to be able to switch back and forth like that.
I noticed you didn't include any lens over 200mm, is there any lens over 200mm that you would include?
3000 more videos :)
Hello, big fan and love your channel. Do you by any chance own Nikon's 200mm f4d macro lens? Looking for some input. I have the lens and feel that it's over hyped and that the sharpness is not that good for a macro lens. Would you mind sharing your thoughts.
hello angry ken. just outa curiosity I wanted to ask y did you add the 135mm 2.8 & 3.5 instead of the f2 Ais version?
+masum khan khan i own all 3 of those. ......
why, best value , size etc etc few other things.
what do you think of the Nikon d5000
What clear filters do you use on your lenses for protection?
For DX portraits and macro should i get the tokina f2.8 100mm or the nikkor 60mm afd? I dont have enough money for both and i already only own the 35 dx 1.8G on my d7200
thanks
One question: do you know the difference between the zeiss milvus 35mm f2 and the distagon 35mm f2? I have been doing my research but found nothing so I thought I'd ask the master
In need of a ultra wide angle for northern lights up here in Alaska. Do you have any experience with the Tokina AT‑X 116 Pro DX‑II 11 ‑ 16mm F/2.8? If so what are your thoughts on it? Going to go on my d7200.
I still come back to this video years later.
I would like a longer focal length for my portraits than my 50mm 1.8G Nikkor. on a budget and thinking of getting the Tokina 100m and having the added functionality of a Macro lense. my other choice would be the 85mm 1.8 Nikkor. I am interested in black and white portraits. Opinions?
Have you reviewed any of the Nikon Z S series lenses for Mirrorless? I’m specifically looking at the 50mm Thanks!
theyre total damned garbage,
@@KenTheoriaApophasis you must've never used the Nikon 50mm f/1.8S lens for the Z6 or Z7. It's better than any 50mm you can name.
Hey just wanted to let you know that I bought the Nikkor 60mm 2.8 D you recommended and whew! it's amazing! Thanks for the recommendation!
im glad UR happy!!!!
sir ...
i have nikon d5200 and my firmware is up to date ie 1.03. ..at present i want to purchase a lens ....whether i go for nikon AS-P 70-300 or Tamron di ld 70-300....my main use is photograph not vedio ...aperture value is not good in AS-P lens then tamron so i am verymuch confused between dis 2 lens ...kindly say which lens is good for photography with good blue background
Is the 35mm distagon not made any more? Just asking because I can find a lot of them new in stock.
Ken is using a medium format like a zenzanon bronica on a 860 or 750 , is it usefull
Got the Tamron 15-30 today (because of your video) and I love it :) thanks
+Wet Your Knot
The information at 12:33 to about 13+ mins. is 100% incorrect in the absolute extreme
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watch that portion and see if you can figure out the many errors.
got the 135 f3.5 ais frm japan mint condition for 170$ canadian! Very nice sharp and color rendition is wonderfull! thanks angry🤓🤩
It's a gorgeous lens.
other than lens data transfered to the camera, what is the benefit of a ZF.2 85mm f1.4 zeiss over the ZF version?
+anthony tan CPU contacts, so you can shoot in program and shutter priority
is there any optical difference with the zf version? i found one at 600 us
no optical diff. no.
+Theoria Apophasis is 600 US worth it? any thoughts of the 85 1.4 nikkor AIS ?
What do you think about Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di VC USD 1:1 Macro Lens? Thanks
tokina 100mm 2.8 better
I want you to know I own all of these bought one by one per your recommendations and you are right 100% hands down.
I’m in process of setting up my lenses setup for a FF Canon and Nikon.
I think I could go with:
- Nikon 14-24mm 2.8G
- Zeiss Distagon 2/35
- Zeiss Makro Planar 2/105 ZF.2
- Nikon 200-400mm 4.0G VR
Plus for Canon:
- Canon 24-70mm 2.8L II
- Canon 50mm 1.2L
- Canon 70-200mm 2.8L IS II
Maybe I should change the Zeiss Distagon 2/35 for a Nikon 50mm 1.4G.
I’m not sure about the Canon 24-70mm since I’m not a pro, maybe I could go with a 16-35mm 2.8L III instead of both 24-70 and 14-24. Or maybe should go with the Tamron 15-30mm 2.8 F2.
What do you suggest?
I am buying the Nikon D7500. But am confused as to what lens I should get as a kit. Kindly advise
Thanks for the info. I bought the N 20mm f 1.8 .
Is the Tamron 15-30mm manual focus? I'm not sure which Tamrons have auto focus. Or how to identify if they do.
+Sergio Anguiano its autofocus
Thanks! I mean if it's an awesome lens I don't mind manually focusing which is why I have the Opteka 85mm 1.8 and another manual lens I forgot the name of... I just want to know what it is and is not capable of :)
well yes, its AF, but i do need to "warn" people that its ONE FAT HEFFER of a lens too
its like having a LOG on your camera!
hahahahahah
Oh yeah I bet it haha
got the Tokina 100mm and the 80-200mm f2.8 best.. lenses.. ever.. i will never get rid of them.. all because of your recommendation.. got the 50mm 2.8 D series and just need a wide angle for my D800.. would the 20mm D series be just as good as the G series?
+Shawn Turnbull ooooooh not at all, the 20mm 1.8G shoots gold out its ass, no comparison
+Theoria Apophasis I've been looking at 20mm. I don't want the G-series because of the size. I am looking more for a low profile 20mm. Is the D or the Voightlander preferred?
voigtlander man
+SFM for what it's worth, he also recommends the old Nikon 20mm 3.5. I know it didn't make this list, but I got one on his recommendations and have been more than pleased. Just my $0.02...
many many lenses come (some very) CLOSE to this list, not making it to the final 13 is no disparagement. :)
out of these which ones would you recommend in terms of primes. I do street and travel photography
+Theoria Apophasis I sure can learn and I want to
+Theoria Apophasis I already use the 50mm 1.8d Nikkor on my d5500
Hi Ken, just bought a Nikkor 24-50 3.3 D (very cheap). I like the old D lenses is this one useful? I am aware it's certainly not one of the best, but i'm hoping to enjoy it and give the autofocus motor in my D7000 a workout.
Regards Oliver
+Oliver Beames its no winner lens, but ok for general use. I couldnt ever recommend lens unless it was dirt cheap.
I have Voigtlander 58mm but with different looking focus ring, looks rubberized, I hope optically it's the same. And Tokina macro one c:
What lens do you recommend for low light indoor concerts? using a Nikon D5500.
Sir what is the best video shooting lens for Nikon D810?
what do you think about Nikon 28-70 mm ED AF-s 2.8D lens, is it a good fast focus low light lens for event photography?
old and relatively slow and always overpriced as hell :/
what do you recommend in a 24-70 range a low light fast focus new or used that's around a $750-800?
So can somebody recommend a good moderate wide angle to short telephoto non-autofocus zoom lens for my Nikon FM 35 mm film camera? Like a 35-70 or 35-80? Prefer to stay with Nikon Nikkor or a good other make in Nikon AI mount.
Theoria Apophasis please confirm if the Carl Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/2 ZF.2 Lens for Nikon FX...Is the same with the Distagon lens 1.4 that you mentioned as 12/10???
I owned the 80-200 2.8 but it had extreme backfocus af 200mm. Maybe a bad copy or so? On the internet i discoverd that more people had a backfocus problem. What is your experience with this lens on a digital slr?
Hey I just ordered a Sigma 70-210mm f2.8 from Ebay. I tried to find info on it, i found a couple threads about it but from years ago. I have a 30 day return period so we'll see about the performance. Any thoughts about it??
- Hi Ken .. I bought a 50mm e series today for my Nikon d7100/750 and although it's aperture ranges from f1.8 - f22, in camera the display says f7 when the aperture ring is on f22 and f0 when at f1.8?? Any ideas why??
Cheers man
Antony :0)
+antoneath yeah, the aperture ring register is out of place, check it :/
ohhhh wait, you need to set NON CPU DATA on the lens, in the system MENU :P
heheheheh, E series
+Theoria Apophasis - Thanks very much indeed Ken .. Working perfectly now .. I just gotta get used to moving around a bit more haha .. Great lens :D
Ken, if you needed to choose, which would you take: Zeiss 50 1.4 or Voigtlander 58 1.4??? what the difference between them and is the 0.8mm difference that significant??
for what use? the Vogt in general
Streetphotography mostly....
street,......zee Zeiss :)
Thanks Ken, much appreciated.... Love your videos.... saved me a ton of money.....
Ken.... what's the main difference between the two then?
He AP, I have nd I am using it also for video captures. My question is what is the most silent lense out there so captured moments dont have the annoying focus noise coming through?
lenses with SWM
I had that. Then also bought a Ultra sonic lense which is also the same regarding noise levels but I can still hear it work.
Does that mean I'lll have to buy another camera eventually?
Like a Canon d80? I really like my Nikon
cz 85mm f1.4 or used nikkor 135mm dc f2? where I live they both are around 900$
Please recommend a prime with af in 24/28mm and 35mm
Thanks!
24 1.4 and 35 1.4
That Carl Zeiss 85mm f2.0? or f2.8? I need to know exactly the full name, because so many on eBay to pick from, like Contarex Carl Zeiss Sonnar 85mm f2 Nikon mount modified
Regarding the 24-70 Nikkor, the pictured lens seems to be the G lens. The current non-G lens costs significantly more and has 20 elements. Is the lens you are describing an out of production lens?
Hi Theoria Apophasis
thank you for the video.
I have almost decided to buy an Nikon D700.
It is only 12mp with AA filter, not as d800e / 810 / 850.
Which from the lenses from the video could you recommend as most compatible with d700 for the ultimate magic photos? (Out of this list too)
Also from the Voigtländers - there are only 58 f1,4 and 40mm f2 for DSLR ?
I would be thankful.
I have a D5500 and I'm really having a hard time picking 2 new lenses so I can stop using the kit. I'm stuck between the nikon 35mm 1.8g vs the 50mm 1.8g for a prime or the tamron 28-75 f2.8 vs the 24-85mm 3.5-4.5 (you mentioned it as the sharpest midrange) I'm trying to get into wedding, portraits, children, and street photography.
Interesting selection Ken. I have some of these and some others. My advice is to consider which lenses are actually required in a photographers work. Indeed there isn't a perfect lens that's why we probably end up with too many :)
I want to ask you about nikon 55mm f1.2 do you recommend it >>> thank you :)
+K Al-Sanea indeed i dont recommend it
+Theoria Apophasis ok
everytime i think of the Nikkor 135mm 2.8 lens, i can't believe how amazing it is. The color and rendition are absolutely incredible. I have one and want like 2 more for no reason lol.
Do you think i should get fx lenses as my first lenses instead of dx as it will save me a ton of money in the future or is there any light in buying dx lenses?
Oh yeah im also getting your favourite camera.....
the d7100! :D
depends what's your Dx camera
well im gonna be getting a d7100 if that answers your question
yes and no it depends what you wanna shoot put ofcours its more interesting to get the FX lenses since you wont have to buy new glass for your FF camera
ah right ok thanks for the advise
Ken hello, I know you have it all but if you had to choose between the AF DC 105 f/2D the Zeiss 100 f/2 Planar ZF2 and the Nikor 105 f/2.5.........I already have the Tokina 100 and the Zeiss 85 , then what?????? O..... Difficult decision
Very nice video. Need your help in deciding about 2 of the lenses you mentioned in the video.
Which of the following is your suggestion and recommendation as you have used both.
1. 80-200 f2.8 D
Pushpull version for about 350$ OR 2 ring new version for about $550 ? IS the 2 ring version worth the extra 200$?
2. 135mm Ai
f 2.8 for about 275$ or f 3.5 for about 130$ ?
+Naveen Mc im not about blowing money, but yes, its worth the $200
but that statement is about half subjective.
oooooooh, easy answer, get the 3.5 for cheaps :)
ive got maybe 5 of em :)
+Theoria Apophasis Thanks a lot.
May be i will make up my mind for 80-200 f2.8 2 ring version if the difference is not too much.
hey ken, wat do you say about the 135 f2 ais? how does it come near the f2.8 and 3.5 versions?
+masum khan khan i have that lens, its very expensive and divine, it of course excels in sharpness and lack of CA
i included its better 'sister' , which is the 105mm F2 DC nikkor.
Gr8. But isn't the 135 f2 AIS selling for under 500 American dollars?
+masum khan khan ohhh the AIS, yes yes.......i refer to teh superior dog, the 135mm F2 DC nikkor
yes, the AiS 135mm F2 is a fine lens, however at its current going rate, would NOT buy it, $200 more you can get a used 105mm F2 DC Nikkor.
One that you missed that I love is the Nikon 200mm prime manual focus, lol. Was one of your recommended lenses, and love it.
+Jeff Koski And it came straight from Japan. Mint condition.
+Jeff Koski ive made a few vids about that lens, but its nto in THIS lineup, true, it didnt make top 13 :)
+Theoria Apophasis Not sure why, but I just ordered another D7100 for 479.00, lol
+Jeff Koski not sure why ....hehehehehehe!!!!
+Jeff Koski AP PUT ME ONTO A 200MM A FEW MONTHS BACK SNAPPED IT UP ON HIS RECOMENDATION LOVE IT TO BITS
Cool video and interesting recommendations! Will be checking out these lenses for sure, hadn't even heard of some.
How do the Zeiss Otus lenses compare to those other Zeiss lenses?
+King Game Review overpriced crappy lens thats only very sharp, but nothing else,
if it were a person, it would be a well educated idiot.
+Theoria Apophasis Thanks for the response - I'd never spend $4k+ on a lens, anyway. I figured since you didn't include it that you had a good reason, I was just curious. I'll stick it next to my Leica Noctilux...