I have a question for you? I assume you're shooting full frame? If you are my opinion is an 85mm lens would be much better for your head shots! Depending on how close you are you will get some distortion using a 50mm for your head shots!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

I do now but the 50 was still my most used lens on a cropped sensor as well - the 85 is actually my favorite lens for headshots bc of the compression you mentioned - but we’ll get to that in another video 😉

@markrigg6623

4 жыл бұрын

How can the 85 be good if you dont use it? You use a 50mm for everything remember.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Lol I do use it for everything, that doesn’t mean I use it for everything every time. It’s just versatile enough that I can use it for everything (except macro - and groups of 56 people in a small space. 😉

@penboyasgod6103

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, but a good 85-105mm Zoom would be ideal so you could frame an individual much easier.

@andrewasher2201

4 жыл бұрын

So still confused. It is helpful to speak in terms of full frame equivalents. I know that being a aps-c shooter, I can see why you would have a 50mm be a all in 1 wedding shoot. Your samples images of stepping back seem like you would be pretty far back. I love the 50-55mm on apsc for street bc you rarely disturb your subject.

I’m 79, I’ve been a photographer since I was about sixteen, in my film days the only lens I used was a 50mm and the results are great, now I’m digital I have a few cameras with several lenses but my most used camera is my lovely Leica M9 with just a 50mm lens.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Barrie Marshall so fun!!

@lescobrandon3047

4 жыл бұрын

I too am 79 and remember when we called the 50mm lens a “Sneaker Zoom”. Want a closer angle, move closer.

@freeman12321

Жыл бұрын

@@lescobrandon3047 funny

I ❤️ my 50mm. It's a work horse and has never let me down. I'm so glad you made this video, thanks.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

SUCH a work horse right?

I agree - the standard kit lens of old film cameras was always my go to for most jobs and now i use a 30mm on MFT , as it was the closest to my old 55mm 1.8 on film. Zooms have their place and I don’t knock them, but a good prime lens is way more versatile than a zoom because it is around f2 or faster , where the zoom is heavier and often a little slower by a stop or two , and costs way more. I have parked the bigger gear in order to feel lighter and more active . The smaller lens is often overlooked compared with even small zooms , so is harder to go unnoticed . Great video and I hope that many who view it consider switching to a standard prime to see for themselves what is so fantastic about these very affordable alternatives to a kit zoom .

Now that you’re loving the R5 have you tried the RF 50 1.2? I’m tempted by it. I had gone with the 24-70 2.8 because of the IS and flexibility but with IBIS the 1.2 is tempting me.

YASSSSSS! Vanessa, it's so dope seeing you pushing out more content! YES! Keep crushing it

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

thanks so much! So happy you're watching :-)

@JoshLuciano

4 жыл бұрын

@@VanessaJoy Of course! Always learning from you.

I'm using the same 50mm on my 5D MK IV that started it's life on a T3i. Wonderful all around lens and fast. You make a fantastic point about zooming with your feet! Thanks for the great content!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

So glad you like it :-)

I am so glad to have seen this Video Vanessa...I have just received my first Mirrorless camera ..Nikon Z7 and my first lens is a 50mm f1.8 Z lens .....Love the details it gets and perspective

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Peter Betts yay congrats!! 🎈🎊🎉🍾

I totally agree! The 3 go-to lenses in my Bag are the 35, 50, and 85. But the one that's used the most is the 50mm 1.4 and It's always come through like a champ. I still own zoom lenses but they are mostly ornaments in my bag these days. Great video Thanks Vanessa!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Haha ornaments. Lol

Vanessa , I concur . 50mm is a great prime to begin with as a general go anywhere lens . Some prefer 35mm , but I am with you and grew up with 55 mm as my first prime and preferring the slightly longer end of 50 mm , I keep a 60mm on my camera . This works great for general travel and portraits , with a 120 mm for more general model shoots . Anything wider and I grab the phone and use it’s 28 mm . I can only encourage more people to use the 50mm perspective that ranges from 50 - 60 in full frame terms . These lenses often have apertures from 1.2 to 2.8.

Vanessa, I just purchased the EF 50mm f/1.8 STM (budget entered into the decision); it arrived just yesterday. Your video was great and your responses to comments even better. I went with a 50mm because an amateur astronomer said my EF 24-105MM 1:4 L IS USM wasn't fast enough for good Cosmos Shots; your video made me even more glad I did. Thanks for sharing your knowledge for us mere mortals. I have a Canon EOS 7D and have lots to learn. Your video/follow-on discussion provided a great step in that direction.

When I first started out, I used some cheap extension tubes to use my 55mm for macro shots, too. So...pretty much everything 😉

Love your style! To the point with great photo examples and not so long of a video. Earned a sub 😀

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Lenin Moreno oh yay!! Thanks so much 😊

my skills as a photographer are far below yours but you're an inspiration. In any case, I've never captured any beautiful images with my 50 mm 1.8. It was my very first lens. I know, it's a budget lens but I got it because everyone was raving about "nifty 50" and how the lens I picked as the best bang for buck. I have never had anybody really say any of my 50 mm pics was amazing. I've tried the 50 mm 1.4. And the 50 mm 1.2. None produced that magical shot. Then I slowly added lenses to my collection. But the first lens that drew gasps and awe was the 85 mm 1.8. I wouldn't even try that hard and it produced gorgeous images. People thought I suddenly got better as a photographer but I didn't really do anything different. From then on, I became a huge 85 mm fan. My favorite lens in my collection is the EF 85 mm 1.4. It's very fast to focus, has image stabilization, and produces very sharp images. I had tried the EF 85 1.2 and never was able to capture good images with it because it was so slow to focus and it didn't have image stabilization. I'm not a tripod shooter and I don't have the steadiest capabilities. I thought the 70-200 2.8 mark II would be the dream lens but I borrowed a friend's and while it was good, it required more skill than I had. I desperately want to try the new RF 85 mm. for the wider shots, I prefer around 24-35 mm. And for most things, the 85 mm. I do really want to get a 135 mm. anyway, love your channel and hope it grows as fast as it deserves to.

Love this video. Thanks vanessa. You are always so helpful and it was great meeting you in Rosemont IL this fall. I loved my 50mm f1.8 so much I got the 50mm f1.4 and love it even more! Thanks for everything you share. You’re the best

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

so happy to hear it! And YES the jump from the 1.8 to the 1.4 is PRETTY HUGE!

Vanessa that shot in the church stairs is so well put together I can’t tell you how great it is. I wish I knew how to do group shots the way you do. Awesome you’re focusing on your own channel. Everyone listen up Vanessa is the best teacher if you want to learn to be a professional!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! so great to have you here and thanks for the kind words :-)

50 mm lens was what we were forced to have in my Photography class in college. Learning composition and lighting took precedence over glass. Best class I ever took.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Wow that is SUCH a good idea.

I'm a retired news agency photographer Vanessa, and they will have to prise my Canon F.D. 50mm f1.2 L lens out of my cold dead hands.

Your compositions are amazing! Very beautiful work! Definitely checking out more. Thank you for posting and for sharing your knowledge with us!

@VanessaJoy

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Beautiful. I used to think just that, until I went 35mm and I feel more liberated.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Haha I could see that for sure - gives you that little extra breathing room

Now those are what I call really nice photos! Thanks for sharing your advice.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks so much!

I just subscribed after your channel coming up a number of times when I was researching CaptureOne and had to laugh when I saw the title for this video. Apparently it’s not just CaptureOne we have in common - my favorite lens for my Fujifilm APS-C systems is my 35mm f2 (52mm equivalent) and my favorite for my shiny new Nikon Z6 (full frame) is their 50mm f1.8.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Ken Schuller haha so fun!!! Glad to have you along :)

Thanks Ness. For many years I swayed off ye ol faithful nifty 50, but over the last year I have fallen in love with it again!!! So versatile, as you say, less weight to lug around, fast and sharp. I'm loving my nifty 50 all over again.

@VanessaJoy

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

I use a Nikon 50mm 1.8 and It is amazing. I use it for everything. So much more crisp than my zoom lens i currently have and I love the slight compression and depth of field that it produces. I almost use it exclusively bc I love it so much.(and its the best one I have. 1 out of 2😜) Thank you for your wonderful videos!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Shane Everett Henry my pleasure 😇 glad you like!

@umairather8178

2 жыл бұрын

Dear Im also using 50 mm but some time my setting r not good for landscape..... Missed many things pictures with blurry background 😔... Going on trip I'm afraid I will do the same cz of bad settings..... Any advice for outdoor shooting with 50mm

Another awesome video, thank you for sharing. When do you usually shoot 85mm?

I love my 50mm (F1.8 and F1.4) for the Nikon. I use it on both, the full frame and the APS-C cameras and even having a 75mm equivalent where you have to step back to capture the image, is worth the quality. 50mm is the optimal eye sight in terms of field of view. This is the most comfortable range of detail the eye can see at once, so duplicating it while taking picture is a plus. I like your flow. Very nice pace and you don't speak in up-talk manner, which is great.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

I like that perspective... comfortable range of detail

@ronspi

4 жыл бұрын

@@VanessaJoy Subscribed.

I see this video is a couple of years old, but it just popped up in my stream now. I really liked this video. Great direction and great explanations on why you do what you do. Something many people never tell you in their videos.

@VanessaJoy

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Glad you appreciate it. :-)

Ah, an ode to the canon 50. Can’t get enough of these love stories and I love how this one focuses on more than the aperture! Some things I’ve learned about the Canon 50s after years with them as my go-tos. 1. 50mm is the best lens to learn on - the lower the aperture, the better the learning tool. The 1.2 is worth it compare to the 1.4. Especially for new photographers. 2. I prefer the color on the EF 50 1.2 L compare to the color on the EF 50 1.4, but one of my favorite photographers uses the cheap 50 1.8. 3. You don’t need to constantly use the 1.2 at 1.2; as this video explains, the frame and perspective are just as amazing as the aperture range on the 50. A wedding photographer that I know almost never uses the 1.2 at 1.2, but still picks up the 50 most of the time. The 50 is great for couples and groups as well as individual subjects. 4. Important: DPAF on the R and on the screen of the 5d iv and the 6d ii enable the EF 50 1.2 to focus much faster and more reliably than the optical viewfinder on the 5d iv can achieve in the dark. It’s amazing. 5. While the EF 70-200 ii,iii focuses faster in the daylight, you simply can’t use it the same way in the dark as the 50... and EF 85 is too slow, and EF 135 is too long to compare; that leaves the 50 on the EF system as THE best EF lens for dark environments with a natural perspective and a low depth of field. You might be thinking about the 35 right now. Compare to the 50, I find myself cropping in on 35mm because I have to stand further back to get the natural perspective I would have got on the 50. 6. I prefer the “character” of the EF 1.2 over the RF 1.2, but the RF has much, much better focus around the edges of the lens, and is more versatile. The RF color is also stunning. After using the RF on 3-4 shoots on loan, I let it go. The EF on the R is amazing with the adapter in the dark and I still love it on the 5d iv. If I had to pick just one though, I might pick the RF today. 7. Check out various DOF calculators: the 50 is amazing and versatile, but simply can’t do what the 85 1.2 can do. The depth of field is simply wider on the 50 for reasonable distances to people. After seeing what the RF 50 could do with color and focus, I purchased the RF 85, and it’s an amazing compliment to the EF 50 despite the nearby focal length. As I begin to shoot more low DOF human individuals - especially outdoors - I now pick up the RF 85 just as often as the EF 50 and EF 70-200. 8. The EF 50 is relatively tiny and even if you put the 24-70 in your bag, there is still room for the 50 ... and it might take a little more work to move your feet and take extra shots in case you miss focus, you may love the photos you get from the 50 over what you get from the 24-70. 8. Yes, the EF 50 1.2 and RF 50 are usable in servo AF - I won’t get every frame of my kid running at me at 1.2, but I’ll still get plenty to choose from.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Ha, I've never thought about it as being a good lens to learn on, but you'er right! Lol and no... no kids running at 1.2. Just not happening haha

@hlk466

10 ай бұрын

wow- my heads spinning. great info! what do you feel are the weaknesses of the 50 1.8 stm? maybe you need a KZread channel

Excellent video. I loved the soft diffused effect that you achieved with your wedding photos. Did you use a special filter or other special equipment to achieve this effect? Thanks

@VanessaJoy

2 жыл бұрын

Depends on which photo but ultimately it’s just the way I tend to photograph and where I place the light. ☺️ Thanks so much for the kind words!

@shy-guy5544

2 жыл бұрын

@@VanessaJoy Thanks

I do love my 50mm 1.4 alot.Unfortunately in some corporate events the space is so limited i use very wide angle and everyone looks like an alien :D . Otherwise 50mm 1.4 and 70-200 2.8 is my number one. Oh ! Let's don't forget the 24mm Shift lens. The prospective you get shooting couples is amazing if there is time ! Great content.I trust you will have many more subscribers soon !

I have a 50 mm but also go to my 70-200 Tamron G2 for my outdoor shots of my couples. The 50 however is a pretty decent lens for the cost. Can't go wrong. Loving the content. Joy 2 the world.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Haha nice pun

Outstanding real-world overview of the 50mm, your spot on every comment / really enjoy your content!! & only think I’d add on the 50, is I think it’s more what the eye actually sees when a person is Looking at a scene

Hi. In the past I have shot about 50 weddings but that was back in the film era. Now that I am retired I am thinking about getting back into the art. I have lots of gear only now digital stuff of course. Any tips on how to get back to this awesome art form?

Good refresher course for wedding or Portrait if needed. May look at your other videos to refresh memory on being creative and people skills. Thanks for video.

@VanessaJoy

6 күн бұрын

Thanks!

Thanks for the tips, Vanessa. Agreed the 50mm makes everything look better compared to some of the wider focal lengths. One question, when you're doing group shots, how do you ensure that everyone is in nice crisp focus, but keep the bokeh creamy? Do you make sure everyone is stood on the same 'plane', do you shoot at a 2.8 or 3.5 maybe? Thanks a lot!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

If shooting groups that aren’t in a perfectly straight line I’m at least above 5.6. I stand them as far away from the background as I can to get a softer background. Good question!

@willr8915

4 жыл бұрын

@@VanessaJoy ah so 5.6 is the magic number. Thanks a lot, good to know!

Your photos are great! 👏I have a mirrorless camera for over a year and the first prime lens that I purchased is a 35mm. It's also good but I'm convinced, 50mm is my next target! 📸😍

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Go for it!

You have amazing photos! Keep up the great work.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Vanessa, I totally agree. For many years, I used a Leica M3 with a 50mm F2 lens. I loved it.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

bird271828 oooooo Leica

I really identify with you on this.... I went through phases of playing ‘favorites’ with several focal lengths over the years as I upgraded my kit, and over the last 2 years or so, my little canon 50 1.4 is what I normally keep on there, because it’s small, light, and I tend to get better results with it, typically better than the pricier lenses! It’s got me thinking it’s time to go 1.2 because that’s what you do in a situation like this. Great VID. SUBSCRIBED.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

thank you so much!!! so glad you're here :-)

@keithdolge

2 жыл бұрын

Love my 50. I had a Canon 1.2 but after 10 years or so it died, so I sold it for parts and just picked up 1.4 for about a third of the price. Works well enough for me.

this is such an "ePIC" analysis on the 50mm lens! LOL :P keep it up! 🙏

I have a Sigma 50mm 1:4 and a Canon 1:8, for my Canon 6D. I really love the 50mm!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

nlh835 fun!!

Thanks for the tips and giving bank to the community.

@VanessaJoy

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate you being here!

Great Video as always Vanessa, love it! By the way which 50mm do you recommend to buy? I have a lot of lenses but no 50mm. Which one are you referring to in terms of focal point? What would you recommend to buy? 1.8, 1.4, 1.2 ?

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

I went for the Canon 50mm 1.2. I figure if I’m going to use it so much I should get the top of the line

Amazing content! Found u thru pbx! Excited to follow your journey :)

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for being here!

This post reminds me of the good ole film days, 23 years ago when I started my career as a full-time photographer. I used Mamiya 645 and 6x7 and on the 645 I used the 80mm and on the 6x7 the 110mm. Both being the near equivalent of 50mm on an FX 35mm digital or film camera. I mostly produced commercial print (of all types). Still do produce the same type of photography to this day, I use a similar setup, but also use the 80-200mm f/2.8 Nikor on my FX Nikon bodies, along with a 28mm prime, 50mm prime and 85mm prime. In general, I still love the 50mm and agree with this post. :)

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

I miss those film days!

@reneefariasphoto40

4 жыл бұрын

@@VanessaJoy Oh Yeah!!! wait was that a Kool-Aide quote? "Oh Yeah" LOL

Ah! Good to know I'm not unique 50mm lover in this planet. I didn't saw such a lovely and helpful explanation last months, congratulations 👏❤️

@Rabe1907

3 ай бұрын

Ich bin bei dir ! Mein Immerdrauf ist das 50 mm 2.8 Makro !😁 👍

Just got the 35mm on my crop sensor, 52mm equivalent - Lightroom tells me, if I filter focal length, that my choice was correct as the vast majority of my images are shot around that focal range. It's only my big vista type landscapes that dip below 18mm and a few wildlife photos over 100mm... Awesome focal length to play with, great way to challenge your compositions!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Fun! And thanks :)

What about using a 24-105 zoom or the like and set the zoom at 50 mm ? Is my assumption correct that you may not always use F 1.2 or 1.4 but stop down? So would the zoom lens be more financially versatile vs a fixed 50 mm ??

I tend to think of the nifty fifty (fantastic plastic) as the 50mm f1.8. You can get these for most cameras for less than $200 new if shopping around. Canon and Nikon DSLRs and Sony all have these. The 50mm f1.2 or 1.4 is usually quite a bit more money and quite a bit larger. The mirrorless cameras for Nikon and Canon have more expensive lenses. Also note that sensor size matters. The 50mm field of view on a full frame camera is like about 35mm on an APSC camera or 25mm on a micro 4/3.

Thanks for your wonderful video! Would you please let me know which 50mm lens is better for Sony Alpha Full Frame camera?

Hi Vanessa, I have the nifty fifty 1.8 lens and shoot with a 90D canon body, I've been able to get some sharp decent shots. Thank you for the inspiration and the freebies

Thank you Joy, I have 50mm 1.8 but I will soon buy 1.2. What filters do you suggest for regular family portraits either indoor or small family outdoor activities. I am still using Dslr Canon 60D.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

I don't use any filters, but I know a nice polarizing filter people like for a blue sky

I have the "50mm1.8 Stm" glued to my Canon 6D.....Once you have mastered using the 50mm whether it be (1.2 ,1.4 or 1.8) .... it's kind of hard to move on to another prime lens.

Great video. I have a wedding Photoshoot upcoming this Nov. good to know abt this. Save my time

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

Jeez girl! YOUR WORK IS AMAZING. I finally found someone that I want to shoot my wedding.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness THANK YOU! Such a compliment:)

@jinxterpinxter

4 жыл бұрын

@@VanessaJoy What camera do you use?

Well done Vanessa. You are very good at what you do! I appreciate you and your perspectives. You were also a great shooter. 👍🏻

@VanessaJoy

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate your comment! Come back anytime ☺️

Hi i saw your video of the jared polin prank and loved it... and started cheking out your content and espcially the 50mm vid, it got me thinking to to force mysef to use the 50mm more often so thabk you for the inspiration and keep up the good work... u got yourself another sub ;-)

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks. Lmk how you like it!

Finally someone that appreciates this great lens!

@VanessaJoy

Жыл бұрын

Haha it’s a beaut!

Thank you so much. I have got dslr canon 700 D . I have 50mm canon too. Do you think I can take best of the photos. Do the higher model in dslr make difference?

@VanessaJoy

Жыл бұрын

It’s about the photographer more than the camera so yes ☺️ check out this series on budget photo gear: kzread.info/head/PLsXiwWyXBJiZwOF18htYx888B0M9ZIR37

My Nikkor 50mm usually gives me my best pictures. Though, for example, the wedding line up at 1:24 I wonder how far back you had to stand? Sometimes I have to use a wider lens when there is a confined space.

Thank you so much for this video.

Amazing photos! That sequence of three at 1.58 are insane!! Very inspiring

@VanessaJoy

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much

How is the 50mm prime lens effected by a crop sensor such as on a canon 80d. I assume it’s the usual *1.6.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Sherab Namdhak it’s the usual for whatever your crop is so your field of view is less, however that’s just one thing to consider when choosing a lens. Personally, when I was shooting cropped sensor (Canon 1D IV) the 50mm was still my most used lens - assuming I had the rook to step back.

I too use a fixed 50mm as a go to lens for most things. Love it. When shooting sports my go to would be a 70-300mm.

@VanessaJoy

3 жыл бұрын

yes definitely need that length for sports :-)

wonderful vid and lovely images. thank you for the effort and the sharing. i had my 16-80/2.8-40 on my nikon d7500 for today's walkabout but i think i'll now mount the 35mm/1.8 (x1.5 = 52mm fov) and see what happens. thumbs up.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Go for it!! Lmk how you like :)

Hi Vanesa I love your work I just buy this lens today can you make a video how can use with your R6 for pictures of 8 or 9 people with the back ground focus

Love the video Vanessa. Great tips

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

I’m convinced! Getting the 50! New to this. I’m probably going to get a cannon.

@VanessaJoy

2 жыл бұрын

Yayyyy

Yeah, I find that I'm using a Helios 44m almost exclusively for shooting. Not only do I love the vintage cinematic look, but the framing is very good. This video was helpful!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Afotey Annum glad you like :)

@AfoteyAnnum

4 жыл бұрын

@@VanessaJoy very much so! Any tips, tricks, or insights on how to be better with this camera of mine are super welcome!

Amazing content, personality and channel....keep it up :)

Back when I bought my 750D, I grabbed the Nifty 50, (50mm 1.8f) and have never used the kit lens that came with the body. Now I've expanded into other lenses, still, I don't touch the kit lens. Given its a cropped sensor and the lens is an EF lens, means I'm pushing 80mm focal, which is just perfect.

The first len's I bought back in the day for my Nikon FM and FE-2's was a 35mm , then a 85mm, then the 50mm. Later the 16mm then the 180mm 2.8. Great glass Nikor made back then, but when I went digital 15 years ago I went with Canon, just felt better in my hands and the menu made more sense than Nikon's. Vanessa, would love to see more videos on your post production work. Thanks and Cheers!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

I'll definitely show you more post production work - promise!

I have a Nikon 50mm 1.8d model lens that I don't use because I went mirroless. After watching your video, you've just convinced me to get the 50mm for my nikon Z6. Thanks Vanessa Joy. 😊, your work is awesome

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Paul Quinones haha nice 👍

@bjsullivan1

4 жыл бұрын

The 50S is a superb lens Paul.

Well done and beautiful work!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

I love your attic space- very Chic! On my way to winning that Canon! ;-P

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊 it’s above my garage haha

I spent a lot of years selling photo equipment. 50 years ago, if you were buying a 35mm camera, every camera came with a 50 mm lens included. The pros always wanted to add a 35 mm and a 85/90 mm lens. That’s the classic three lens combination I owned, when I was shooting with a Leica M4.

Nice! The Canon 50mm 1.4 used to be my go to lens back in the day :) But I was never fancy enough to own the 501.2L ;)

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

The 1.4 is pretty fantastic too

Hi, great video as usual Vanessa. What prime lens pairing would you recommend, 35-85 or 50-100 for the types of photography you do? Thanks!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Abbas Bin Younas actually 50mm and 135mm. Making a video on that 135mm rn

@AbbasBinYounas

4 жыл бұрын

@@VanessaJoy Wow, can't wait to hear your opinion and experience about this combo!

Hi! Using your 50 lens, how do you take group portraits but keeping everyone's face is still Sharp? Thanks!!

@syeduzair7830

3 жыл бұрын

Use a small aperture like f4 or f5.6...

Addicted to your videos , Very informative

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Aw yay thanks so much for being here :)

@mangloreanwithabeard

4 жыл бұрын

@@VanessaJoy welcome Joy :)

I agree. That 50 is amazing. I do sports and use it up under the Basketball hoop. Fast, precise and sharp images. Thanks for video

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

oooo that must come out great!! Thanks for watching :-)

Very good info. Thanks.

@VanessaJoy

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I love my Canon 50mm it is such a sharp lens and as you say in combination with your feet so versatile. Great video...Cheers Keith.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

Hi Vanessa, hope your well. So may I ask if you still use you 100mm macro when shooting details such as invitations, combined with shoes and rings etc ? Has I’ve watched many video of yours saying to use the macro lens. X

@VanessaJoy

Жыл бұрын

Yes I use it to photograph of the rings, but typically not the shoes or wedding invitation

Learned a lottttt......thanks so so much.. from India..🙂

Thanks for your Inspiration and the great Videos….. Regards Frank

@VanessaJoy

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Frank!

Do you still use your 50mm even with the 28-70 2.0 in your arsenal. Why and when would you choose one over the other?

@VanessaJoy

2 жыл бұрын

I definitely don’t use it nearly as much. The 28 to 70 lens has definitely replaced in a lot of ways

Still using your RF 50mm f1.2? Or only using now the RF 28-70?

Venessa, I want to let know that your work is just beautiful. I love your artistic eye. In the video you stated that the 50mm 1.2L is one of canon’s fastest AF lens, did you mean to say it was one of canon’s fastest lens at f/1.2? Because my experience the 70-200mm 2.8 is one of the fastest AF lens. The 50mm 1.2L is on the slow side for AF . I agree with you totally this is a great lens and just have to love the photos you get from it. I didn’t want anyone to buy it thinking it was a really fast AF lens they might be disappointed. Keep up the great work.

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

I mean I’ve never measured which is fastest but I’d imagine the 50 is faster than the 70-200 just because of size but not sure 🤔

@TangerineTux

3 жыл бұрын

@@VanessaJoy The RF 70-200mm f/2.8 has two separate focusing groups, each with their own motor. If you are curious, you can look at its teardown by LensRentals here: www.lensrentals.com/blog/2019/12/the-not-very-long-awaited-teardown-of-the-canon-rf-70-200mm-f2-8-is/ Their conclusion: “I haven’t tested it optically. I haven’t even shot with it. But after looking inside it, I want it. The engineering in here is pure art. And even I, the person who mocks construction at any chance I get, can’t find anything to complain about.”

Have you tried the 50 rf? If so how would you saw the focus speed is on that one? Thanks!!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Keith White Photography I have! It’s super fast. Love it

You have a strong Winona Ryder vibe happening. Anyway, that's besides the point lol. Great photos and thanks for sharing!

Lovely pictures! I’m a nifty-fifty fan, and I appreciate your comments. Subscribed!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Yay thanks so much!!

I just got a canon eos2000d I wanted the rebelt7 but I guess there the same and have been looking at getting a 50mm but don't know which one to get there's a 1.4 1.8 a manual focus I'm all new to this photography thing lol

Love that nifty 50! I have a 50mm 1.8 and it's always on my Nikon D750 camera or in my pocket! :)

Hi Vanessa, hope all is well. Question, I've just bought the 50mm 1.2 rf lens. Is it worth getting the 85mm or will I get away with setting up the depth of field button,for crop ratio . For 1.6 thanks for your time 🙏

@VanessaJoy

Жыл бұрын

Hmmmm the 85 1.2 is GORGEOUS and while yeah the 1:6 crop is a fun way to digital crop in camera, it wouldn’t quite give you the look of the 85. That being said I’d go for a 135 before the 85

@tyroneboraine4948

Жыл бұрын

@VanessaJoy thank you, Vanessa much appreciated 🙏

I agree. The reason of me watching your video here is because as of an hour ago, I have decided to ONLY use the 50 mm lens for everything. Best results at all times. Zooming deteriorates the quality of the photos.

Beauty photos, Beauty Photografer ❣️ Thank you 👍 Love✌️

Your photos are FANTASTIC!

@VanessaJoy

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Greg :-)

Hi Vanessa, I assume you use the 50mm for everything on a full frame body or you mean in general for all kinds of body? I have for instance a very basic Canon EOS 700D (2013) with a 50mm f1.8 what I use for street photography.

@VanessaJoy

11 ай бұрын

It’s been my go to for both cropped and full frame ☺️

Ms Joy, I have attempted to micro adjust this lens to my 1DXii and it’s still not sharp. Shall I send it to Canon for calibration? Thanks.

@VanessaJoy

3 жыл бұрын

That’s an option for sure