Summary: 80-200mm 2.8D ED - Just don't use it for portraits because of Iron face 18-200mm DX - One lens that covers a large spectrum 12-24 DX - Good Wide Zoom 135mm 3.5 OR 2.8 - Great glass and good for portraits 60mm 2.8 - Bee's Knees, Macro/portrait/general you're an idiot if you don't have this. 35mm 1.8 DX - Chinese BUT still fantastic and CHEAP. Everyone must own one of these. The following are optional: 70-300 ED VR - Cheap, Silent AF, has VR, Sharp!! 10.5 Fisheye DX - fun fun fun and works fine on FX in APC-S mode 24-85 FX VR ED - underrated, Cheap, Tack Sharp

@PPMOCRG

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I agree. I had the 80-200 2.8 ED and it was optically beautiful.

"I'm not here to impress you, i'm here to save you some fucking money" lol classic shit. Love the video!

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

+Jordan Moorman ROFL

@paeden5431

8 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis I just found your channel today and I was wondering if you've ever covered the Tamaron 28-75mm 2.8

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

indeedy, its a pooper :)

Where can we see examples of your photography? I've been watching all of your vids and Love the shit out of them. And am super curious to what you like to shoot.

Your videos are great! I don't need to read pages of boring reviews, plus I get to be entertained! It's a win win!!

Great stuff! I appreciate your sharing your knowledge in an honest and entertaining way. I have watched dozens of your videos and thank you for improving my photography knowledge and skills.

I'm in my second year of camera club and was given a 85mm 1.4g NIkkor from my boss (still shooting with a D5100). Drooling for more high end lenses (and a D500) . I found your video to be very helpful.

I watched this video over and over.. sorry for my bad english.. coz I eat rice .. hahaha.. awesome channel ...

Hey man appreciate your videos I sold my Sony set up and moved to Nikon for portraits which lense would you get spending limit 1000

you are the best, like the way you explain the things, keep it up Sir

In hind sight,I wish I could say I only spent $1,500 on all of my lenses...but, on the upside, I've picked up a number of good lenses recommended by Ken and have been VERY HAPPY with each of the recommendations!

Ken, based on my study of your videos and that I accidentally dropped my D3100 last week during a Cuba Cruise, I decided to buy the following strategy: 1. D700; $550 2. 35mm f1.8 G DX (for my D3100); $150 3. 50mm f1.8 G; $150 4. 85mm f1.8 G: $400 5. 180mm F2.8 AF; $179 6. tokina 100mm f2.8 atx; $319 7. 60mm f2.8 AF; $199 8. 35-70mm f2.8 AF; $140 Total expenditures: $2087 Now, all I have to do is learn how to use the darn things. The two photography classes are helping a bit, but not too much.

@kathodosdotcom

6 жыл бұрын

dont forget the speedlight!

Will the 24mm on a DX be great for (non Pro)indoor use like parties and gatherings?

Hi, I really enjoy your entertaining but informative videos. I've changed how I think of photography and the equipment I buy. Since finding you I bought the Fuji XT3. Also, I purchased the Nikon 105/2.5. Can you suggest a very good affordable nikon I should buy for the use of that portrait lens? Much thanks, I subsribe to your private channel.

Really like your choices and have a few, and keeping an eye out for 80-200. Really appreciate your honest reviews, what is your opinion on the 28-70 2.8 Beast?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Steven Allen 28-70 2.8 is a bit dated, i owned one, if you can find one for less than $500, but it. its AF is a tad slow, and optically its a tad dated, but its a great lens! the 80 200 2.8 is a tank, its wonderful! warm hugs.

Just watched again - a great reference library entry! In any event, as I sat and listened to your humor (which is insanely good and naturally quick), Sam Kinison made his return. Keep it up brother.

Hello sir, new at this ! What would be a good lens for a d5100 for good pictures outside! Or one i can use for everything!! Thank you for your time!!

Btw. the Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G also works on FX cameras in FX mode. You may get just a tad of vignetting but other than that it's perfect.

Dude you're hilarious, these vids help. Purchased a D7100 and it's an awesome camera.

@MrChampmoney

5 жыл бұрын

Im replacing lenses and my d5300 w your recommendation and a d7200

Nikon D7100 24.1 MP DX-Format CMOS Digital SLR AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3G ED VR zoom lens Jumped from 1981 Nikon FE with 5 lenses to this in Dec.2015. Discovered a fine-dot crack underneath top lens via magnify glass. Sent to Nikon in NY for repair twice and it hardly focuses now. I have to pull back down from 18mm to 50mm zoom in order for it to focus, otherwise no focus = no shutter click = no shoot.Will not shoot pix in broad daylight outside unless scene is in the shade. I do not know what to do, I wish I bought a refurbished or maybe they will accept a brand new trade in for a refurbished. What is it about high end computerized digitals where the software goes nutty? Do you have the same prob?Any tip? BTW, I paid almost 2,500 smuckaroos on this. Tired of my camera with too many lenses in tow and want to be happy with this & one zoom lens. Will delete this rant(?) after your valuable response, as I do not want this dissertation sitting here on your channel. Thanx loads!! Sincerely, Desperate

Now Ken, I've been looking at all your vids re best DX lenses and bang fo your buck. I have just bought a very low click D7100 (just over 5k ) and wondered if your choice of DX lenses would hold good for a D500 ? Im seriously thinking of buying a 500 down the line, so dont want to spend a lot of dosh on lenses that wont suit. Im a newby in photography, just as a hobby. Cheers, Derek

I have the Nikkor 60mm AF Macro 1:2.8 basically identical to yours except it's NOT the "D" version. Could you please give your take on the difference between the two and why you suggest the "D" version over the two. Keep the great vid's coming :D.

I just found your channel and you're hilarious! Completely unrelated side note: Idk if anyones ever said this before but you sound super similar to this "think like a horse" youtuber guy in a good amount of the videos I've seen so far. Just younger. lol

I have a 35mm f2D- great lens for FX. BUT the 35mm 1.8G (DX) lenses do work in FX format. There is some vignetting which is minimized at f4 and after that the aperture actually gets in the picture. I do some times use m 35mm 1.8G on my d800e. The lens (the 1.8G) is not great at rendering shadows (at least for the colour red) don't know why.

I have a chance to buy a mint 80-200 push pull with autofocus for 300 euros (330 dollars) for my d7100.. It's not the 'd' in the vid.. Should I go for it or hang on for the d (as it were)?

Any thoughts on 18-200mm gen1 vs gen2?

This is the video I have been looking for!!! I upgraded to the D7100 and purchased the 50 1.8 G about a year ago. I love them both! The only thing I don't like is the limit in tight spaces with my 50. I have been saving for a 24-70 2.8 to give me some range. My knowledge of lenses is fairly limited. I was told to get the 24-70 2.8 or the 24-120 f4 (cheaper). I see now there maybe many other options. I want to keep my pictures as close to what the 50 looks like. I love the look of it. The 24-70 has a pretty price tag attached which I don't mind saving for if that is what I need. I mostly photograph portraits but I do like variety. The lenses I own in addition to the 50 are the 18-135 3.5-5.6 (I traded my 18-55 kit for) and the 55-200 (hardly ever use) kit that came with the camera. I am very happy with my D7100 but I am sure I will go FF one day. I currently have between $700-800 saved for a lens. Would you suggest continuing to save or.....? Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I don't want to buy lens decor unless it is on purpose :) Thanks

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

***** well, the 24 70 is A: fragile B: not EXTREMELY sharp, and C: a LOT of overkill for a D7100 have you considered the 35-70 F2.8 for 250$+ minty used Ebay ??? the 24-120 F4 is a POOPER LENS, dont even think of getting it! You can also save for a gray market (just no US warranty) 24 70 2.8 and buy from NY NY for about $1200 new. as a perfect portait DX lens, the best bang for your buck is a 85mm F1.8 D for about $300 minty used Ebay I would NOT advise saving more to get the 24 70, while i have it and love it, its serious OVERKILL for DX use, and you can save a TON and get just as good an image with slow AF by getting a 35-70 2.8 for $250+ the TOP TOP choice for your D7100 perfect for portraits, and supreme for Macro work (so much fun) is the TOkina 100mm 2.8 for $380 NEW !

@dblair2914

9 жыл бұрын

So maybe get the 100 mm since it is close to the 85 and I don't have a macro, a 2 for? Also I have been watching your videos with what I already have any other lens that is a must? 35 mm? 12-24 F4? Thanks again for your time.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

exactly a 2-fer ...... the 12-24 should be, given what you have currently, is the next "must own" lens, ....and easily argued the 2nd most important lens anyone should own! $420+ minty used.

@dblair2914

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks again. I feel like I am dreaming about lenses I have looked at so many in the last week. I was referred to the Sigma 17-50 2.8 (for the range of the 24-70) or 18-35 1.8 Any thoughts on these?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

no to both those lenses, ....neither one comes close to the 12-24 F4. if you want a CHEAP offbrand wide, there is only one, the 11-16 Tokina nikkor. but only $240 or less used.

Hey nice video man. What Nikon lens would you recommend for studio portrait photography. Regardless of price.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

What REGARDLESS of price, 135mm F2 DC Nikkor or the 85mm 1.8 Nikkor G The 1.4 85mm is NO better ( i should know, i own ALL the 85mm ever made past 20 years). I still own 8 85mm of diff. varieties from Nikon.

I bought the Nikkor 40mm 2.8G instead of the 35mm 1.8G because of it's dual purpose as a micro lens. Good or bad choice?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

good choice indeed, however it IS waaay short for macro only work, but STILL ok for macro, and a great sharp lens good choice.

where are you getting your prices from i need the 70-200mm lens

I like, hell forget like, I mean: I love your reviews. Keep it going and tell it like it is!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi Ken, thanks a lot! What about the pre-AI lenses? Happy Easter! Best wishes, Ralf

Hi, please help me, I just buy a Nikon 7200 , but I feel that was a wrong choice, cause with the same price I can get a used d700. and get better quality Image for portrait Photography? What do you think?

@wotv7732

7 жыл бұрын

No, D7x00 variants are great one. For portrait just get 50mm f1.4 or 85mm f1.8 etc. It's not a wrong choice

Hey, so heres the debate I'm having. I have a nikon D90. For lenses i have a the 24-120 f/3.5-5.6, 24 f2.8D, the sigma 70-200 f/2.8 DX, 35-80 f/4-5.6. Now, I have had the d90 for years and am looking to upgrade my game. Should I go and get a new body?If so which? If not which lens(es) should I get? Thanks for your time

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

+Max Schremmer best insane deal right now is a D7100 for $490 many are grabbing same. Just an epic deal.

@maxschremmer1334

8 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis where its 800 still on nikon. and about that on other sites.

What about the 18-140 nikon? Is it garbage or as good as the 18-200? I have found both but huge price difference.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Jeff Wood 18 140 is a rancid pooper. avoid it like hot hell.

Ok finally found someone who is not going to waste my money or my time. I'm new to photography oh I can point and shoot with the best of them. But this new and totally different i have a nikon d50 which I just adore I also have the 18x55,55x200,50mm,28x100,70x300, in lenses, sb-800 flash I bought 3 books on using my camera and a mini course on photography plus before going to bed I thank God for you tube. So now I have everyone laughing about my pile of shit lenses and the fact you can't hand me a buck and not piss it away so can you help get me in the right direction thank you Connie

@taz24787

6 жыл бұрын

You did spend in a lot of crap.

What is the best lens, Tamron 70-300mm f4-5.6 or Nikon 70-300mm f4.5-5.6? I really don't know what to buy, please help me guys :D

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Thomas Dybdahl nikkor 70 300 VR $300 minty used Ebay

what kind of lens would you recommend for automotive photography? I had the 35mm 1.8 and sold it to get a 85 1.4 but never got a chance to purchase it.

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

+Nathaniel_Real you want the absolute best? Zeiss 35mm F2 ZF2 distagon you want the best 85mm? Zeiss 85mm planar 1.4 ZF2

What would you say is the best lens for landscape photography and what is the best lens for general day to day photography that has a wide aperture (f2.8 or blow)?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Gus Standen zoom or prime? FX or DX? more specifics.

@gusstanden2006

9 жыл бұрын

prime for both as well as both DX?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

DX primes are very FEW, Nikon doesnt make but a very few. 20mm F1.8 FX for DX use as a prime (30mm equiv APSC crop mode). for landscape. general day to day, EASY ANSWER, the 60mm 2.8 D Nikkor

@gusstanden2006

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks heaps man, appreciate it!

I know this question has been flogged like the proverbial dead horse, but is the extra 10 degrees of frame on the 10-24mm worth sacrificing to get the 12-24mm? I've heard the 10-24 is not great at 10mm, wide open, but for landscapes - generally at about f/8 anyway - it should be sharp, right? Also, people have said the build quality of the 10 isn't as good as the 12, but is it /that/ bad? (How important is it that the 12-24 has no rubber O-ring?) I hate to play devil's advocate, and I feel like I should get the 12-24mm, but I'd appreciate more thoughts! (I'm yet to find unbiased views online...) By the way, in England, a 12-24 is about £400-£450 used (~ $600-$670), unless you buy a battered one; and a used 10-24 is a similar price (more in some places). However, you can get a brand new 10-24 for £550 ($820) with cashback, ATM. Cheers! :)

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

NO, its not, the 10-24 is also an inferior build lens than the 12-24, of that there is NO DOUBT. rubber O ring, who cares, you plan on shooting on the beach or in the desert? LOL winks. have someone here in the USA order you a used 12-24 and ship it to you !! Sorry for my SLOW and late reply to you ,but Im on vacation on Sanibel island, and been taking a lot of pics now that my shoot is over, and I only have 3GB per month tethering on data, so I have to answer questions here at the coffee shop !!! Ive got a TON more videos to crank out when I get back, also Im making a few here on the island but I need a vacation pretty bad! me and my spandex G-string and my Nikon on the beach catching shots (NOT!) ...... shots yes, Gstring NO

@christynunns7019

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for A response at all! Most KZreadrs don't bother :P The good is that it confirms my thoughts; the bad is that it wasn't considered before buying! I saw a mint condition 12-24 in a reputable shop here for £450, with a 6-month warranty, and snatched their hand off yesterday! Given that it sits at about £850 ($1200 ish) new here, to get a mint copy at half price is good enough for me :) Cheers again! And enjoy the Holiday - I expect to see a mankini Baywatch video! (please do /not/ do this...)

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Mankini!!!! how about a banana hammock as we say here!!! ROFL !!!!!!!

so I notice that you recommend the 18-200. I purchased one and the AF motor took a crap. I did not reading and apparently that happens a lot with that lens. I would just ass to be careful when buying them used. it was $300 down the drain for me :(

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

+Jordon Tuttle it did? seriously? :P Aaaaack ! you bought it used ehh? :( As for that happening a lot (or even 'much') with that lens, ive never found any indication of any such trend. even used if you still have the warranty card (or do you?) you can still get service on the lens. Oiii thats horrible :(

Here's an idea for a future video. (you probably already made that video) Newby wants info on what lens goes with what particular shot? For instance,what lens is best for product shots off a shelf? I'd like to see your decision process in the middle of a shoot.If you carry 6-7 lenses for a shoot WTF are you using them for in particular? Have someone video yourself when you are working.

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

after 2100 videos I've made those videos already :)

@Tedrins

8 жыл бұрын

I'll never find it...lol

@OzcarMtl

8 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis and here I thought I'd watch all your videos some day... I'll finish med school before I finish with your videos.

Currently have a D5200 and wanna have AF on some of these older lenses, D7100 is my best choice for under $1k right? Any older bodies to consider?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, grab a 90day warranty factory Nikon REFURB for $650 D7100. New its 1000$, true. Best choice yes. The D7200 about to come out will DROP the price on the D7100 here in a few months, but the D7200 is a pile of plastic shit with NO improvement but shit WIFI and flippie screen thats fragile and which NO PRO ever wanted. another body? IF you can rationalize the cost, the D810, but most CANNOT justify the cost.........rationalize it sure, but justify it, no.

@jpross123

9 жыл бұрын

Theoria Apophasis Its $800 refurbished from Nikon's website. I am looking into upgrading to the D7100 from a D5100. I guess I should wait till the D7200 comes out so it will be cheaper, like you said.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

screw nikons website, FACTORY NIKON refurb on BH PHOTO is $699 !!!!!!! I should know, i just bought one today as a gift!!! See EBAY, BH is selling factory refurbs for $699 with a 90 day warranty!!!!!

@jpross123

9 жыл бұрын

Ahh, yes I see. Thank you for showing me BH Photos website.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

sure thing

would you still recommend vintage manual lenses for sports photography?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

i never made any such recommendation, obviously.

The 35 DX lens actually works pretty good on a full frame camera. My N80 shoots great with it.

Would you recommend the 80-200 over the 70-200 fx?

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

for what use?

im just starting off and im trying to buy an fx camera in a year.what s the kind of lenses I can use I use a d300s

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

+XBOXFLOORING budget and use?

can you please tell me where i can buy these lenses please

What are your thoughts on the Tokina version of the 12-24mm f4?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

focus and distortion issues. soft and fuzzy at 12 to 14 eeeek, no. just grab a 12-24 used Nikkor for $400

if its a choice of the 60mm or the 135mm you mentioned for a d7100 what should I go with?

@kathodosdotcom

6 жыл бұрын

60mm 2.8D is the most useful

@dosnieslaw2165

6 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis Thanks for the helpful info so fast, I'm looking forward to grabbing one for portraits. I'm trying to find a local photographer to tag along with as an extra hand to get experience with family and wedding shots. I'm starting out with a d7100

Hey you really know your gear and would love some advice. I currently have a Nikon d5300 paired with 18-140mm, 12-24mm, 50mm 1.8g, 35mm 1.8g, sold 55-300 to upgrade to 70-300 vr, 85mm micro till i can upgrade to a 105 micro, tamron 28-75 2.8. Most of my lenses i bought used except for the primes and the 18-140 which was my first lens. If it could be my main source of income i would do it full time. I would consider myself an intermediate since i didn't really go to school for photography. I will be shooting at a family members wedding in September and would like to be prepared. I only have one body at the moment and am considering an upgrade for the wedding. Im not sure if i should transition to full frame since most of my lenses are dx lenses. If i do i was thinking of the d750 and perhaps selling my dx gear. or getting a better second body perhaps d7100 or d7200 which will allow me to use the lenses without a focus motor built into them. or getting a really nice lens like a 70-200 2.8 either tamron or nikon if i can get a decent one used. Also what lenses would you recommend for event photography that would be great in low light. Im open to suggestions from an expert and would really appreciate it.

@TheKodakChris

8 жыл бұрын

how do you like that tamron 28-75 2.8

@mikeflores1992

8 жыл бұрын

+chrissps62 it's ok. it doesn't have vr so it's not as good in low light as one would expect. image quality is pretty decent for the price tho.

@TheKodakChris

8 жыл бұрын

+becauseimbatman okay. I've been debating on that lens but skeptical. I'm leaning more towards that 24-85 vr g he's recommended

@mikeflores1992

8 жыл бұрын

+chrissps62 I'd probably go with the nikon 24-85 just cause the vr adds a couple stops of light. at the time my budget was tight and I stumbled across mine for a good deal. and I needed that range for an event I was shooting.

@TheKodakChris

8 жыл бұрын

+becauseimbatman thanks alot. really cleared it up

The tokina would replace the 60mm and 135mm if your into macro?

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

+Ben M almost not exactly

@shayamaddex996

8 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis I have $750 to spend on a whole system. I could upgrade/replace things later but for now I've got some prioritization to do.

@BenM

8 жыл бұрын

Shaya Maddex Used D7100, 60mm Micro 2.8D and 35mm DX 1.8G.. Tbh there is no problem in getting a D7100 with over 50k clicks or so on it, you will never really out shoot the shutter unless if you're an avid action shooter. I've seen tons of expensive cameras with high shutter ratings with only 20k shots on them what a waste. Just make sure the D7100 is in good condition, doesn't have to be mint. A good condition D7100 will beat the hell out of a new D3300 any day any moment.

I LOVE YOU !!!!! THANK YOU :D im so freaking happy right now !!!

@Theoria Apophasis I know a lot of people ask you on lenses - so here's another one. I got offered the Nikon 28-85mm 3.5-4.5 D for a reasonable amount - is it worth throwing money after, or will it just be a slightly more expensive than average paper weight or bottle opener?

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

+runtyrobot that lens is a paperweight :) heheheh

@illus1ve

8 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis I thought as much - thanks for the quick reply :) It's much appriciated. I've recently purchased the 70-300 3.5-4.5 G VR that you recommended - but now I lack something in between my range. My most used is a 20mm sigma prime - so now I lack something between 20-something to 70+. Which would you recommend on a budget?

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

what R you gonna be shooting? DEFINE the term budget...........

@illus1ve

8 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis the 24-70 range for me would be my every bang-around lens - and maybe for smaller landscapes on lower zooms. But the 24-85 VR G sounds like a good solution. Unfortunately in europe, the prices (even used) are a bit steeper - but I'll manage :) (The ideal choice would've been the 24-70, but that's out of budget $200-1000 are alright)

@illus1ve

8 жыл бұрын

Theoria Apophasis Also - question/suggestion, and feel free to shoot it down - only thinking out loud. You get a ton of questions (like mine) regarding a specific lens - is it good for y, does it work for x and so on - but all the answers are muddled together and you end up getting the same question again and again. It can be hard for newbies like myself to figure out, was the 35-70 f/2.8 or the f/3.3-4.5 that was brilliant or even worth owning - or was it the D or the G, and so on. Would you be interested in a site, where people can ask about a specific lens and you can reply, whenever you feel like it and have the time, by just selecting wether or not it's good - or good for landscape or portraits - if we frame the answers correctly. Then you'll have a less BxSMark-like site, with answers from someone with actual experience. In the longer run you'd be able to add user votes - sort of like tripadvisor, if you've used that - where people answer if it's value for money, if it's good for x, y or z and so on. Or just a simple thumbs up, thumbs down concept. I know programming - but I don't know lenses, and this would've helped me save quite a lot of money - and I thought of it as a loose idea to maybe help someone else :)

Can I ask about Canon gear? If i can, 100mm f/2.0 EF USM second hand round 280$? Should I grab it or go for 85 f/1.8 for 20$ more? I have more trust in Nikon guy about Canon gear than most of Canon reviewers..

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

+roki977 i just cant answer canon questions

@roki977

8 жыл бұрын

Ok thx..

How can you recommend the 18-200? It's so soft!

@kathodosdotcom

6 жыл бұрын

no its not

I wish you would type the name of the lens as you show it. You talk really fast! I'm trying to LEARN Thanks for the videos though.

@jonathanvogel8859

3 жыл бұрын

the only way I deal with videos like this is to put on slower speed and use CCaption. Even .75 speed isn't slow enough sometimes. Plus, he's throwing a lot of distraction in which makes it even harder to follow. So fight fire with fire. Slow the speed down. :) He has good things to say, but a lot of jumble gets in the way.

Hey Angry, what do you think of the Rokinon FE8M-N 8mm F3.5 Fisheye Lens for Nikon (Black)?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

I feel the same way about that lens as i do sandpapering my crotch at high speed :)

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

hahahhaahah

HEY I'm Cuban, I love rice and beams :p But the video is AWESOME!!!!! Thanks :)

Do the older AF lenses autofocus on the DX body?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

depends on WHICH DX, D7000 and D7100 yes, the screw drive on the D lenses and bit earlier work perfect on those DX bodies. the cheapie DX Nikons, no.

After what you said about 60 being too short for macro I assume your are not fan of the 40mm micro Personally I love it to bits as it was dirt cheap and does as good a job as I will probably ever need

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Epicmeerkat99 60 is too short for a "lot of" macro work.... 40mm has its place and a wonderful lens FOR CERTAIN THINGS, ......i recently told a makeup artist who does close in makeup videos to GET THAT LENS, because that is exactly what she needed. :) Depends on the TYPE OF MACRO WORK............. if its bugs etc etc small stuff, if you had a 100mm macro, youd change your mind instantly.

@myHuge249

9 жыл бұрын

how much is the tokina you love so much

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

$380, or $320 gray market

What if you had 200 dollars to spend on your first lens other than the 18-55 kit lens, and you do sports, nature, low light-type shooting (with nikon d5300)?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

$200 wont buy anything, well it WOULD, but the D5300 wont shoot the old (and cheap) legacy lenses. sports nature and low light, those are 3 diff groups, no lens is gonna cover all THAT, regardless of cost.

@sterlingblevins1162

9 жыл бұрын

Dakoolguy111 $200 might not work for all those categories, but I would say that the 35mm or 50mm 1.8 lenses are spot on.

@timothybrown7121

6 жыл бұрын

I use a refurbished 55-300mm for shooting Lacrosse. Works great indoors at the Syracuse Dome. Nikon sells them for $199.

im not a nikon shooter, im a semi pro videographer that shoots micro four thirds, but i love your videos lol. id prob get that 50mm f1.8 pancake you love but ive already got 4, a helios 442, olympus om 1.4, fed industrar 2.8 and another one i never used lol, not to mention a modern native 25mm 1.8. anyway just wanted to say youre great. would love to see some more non nikon related tips videos and if youre ever in ireland ill buy you a pint :)

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

***** heyyyy!!!!!! I did a 50mm lens count last night......ive got 16 50mm lenses !!! Arghhhhh!!! I pint in Ireland!!! Im there if i can ever afford to get there! Im part Irish warm hugs mate!!!

@tipdrinker

9 жыл бұрын

Ha ha, still trying to find what works for me. I take photos for fun but my passions video and I'm poor so... I think I like shit lenses though. For video the sharpest you shoot is only 8mp anyway. My fave lens is a 35mm CCTV lens. (75mm on mft). You want flares and funky bokeh when doing video. Dont think I'd ever own a digital SLR tho. Too fucking big ha! I've a film one if I ever get a hankering anyway. Anyhoo rambling. If I'm ever in the states you can buy me a pint

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

true true !!!!!

@tipdrinker

9 жыл бұрын

Last msg Man watching your d7100 video and laughing so much. Would love if you reviewed some obscene cameras and cheapo cameras and rip into them ha! Leicas and hasselblads etc

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

odd you mention that, i have 5 dead cameras and lenses that im gonna tear up soon for gits and shiggles.

Tx for the advice. I'm selling my brick of a Tamron 24-70 2.8 for that 24-85 VR and some primes.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

great idea!!! which primes?

@therealcoolc

9 жыл бұрын

Already got a 50mm 1.8 after seeing your recommendation and it is indeed the cats ass. Just ordered the 135mm. I never want to put that plastic turd back on my camera.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

hehehehehheehehehh!!!!!!!!!!!!

Where do you purchase your gear? New or used

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

mike wilson oh goodness, i get it everwhere!! ebay, craigslist, camera shops........all over the place!

Thank you, man!

What do you think of the Tokina 11-16mm 2.8 II?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

***** great lens, there are ONLY 2 Tokinas i can recommend, and thats one of them.

@rydaug79

9 жыл бұрын

I have them both

I found another excellent compact prime to be the Nikon ai 200mm f4.0 it Completes my line up of E Series ais lenses 😊👍 thanks for recommendations of cheap mf lenses from other vids 👍

If you had to choose one portrait lens (outdoors) for the 7100, would it be the 60mm?

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

+Mark Ryan cost NO consideration????? alas even if cost is no consideration, it would still be that, yes.

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

+Mark Ryan cost NO consideration????? alas even if cost is no consideration, it would still be that, yes.

@MarkRyan1985

8 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis Cost aside. Even if you had Zeiss 85mm and Tokina 100mm on the table. I suspect the 60mm would give more depth to the image...

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

i alrady have 2 of both......rendered depth or perceptual depth????

@MarkRyan1985

8 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis Perceptual.

Whats the difference between the 18-200 vr and the 18-200 vr 2?

@sal075_3

7 жыл бұрын

Anderson Boyer newer version of vibration reduction system (vr) its also made in... china

what about the tokina 11-16 f/2.8? it's better than the 10-24, as tough as the 12-24 and way cheaper than both.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

tokina 11-16 is a good lens. 12-24 is far superior optically . cheap depends, USED VS. NEW? better to spend $400 on used 12 24

You should put info of the lenses (atleast the proper names) in description though. Cool video!

LMFAO ... I follow you from Canada I love you ugly shirts lol ... keep up the good work and one day we will meet in the USA :-)

Using lenses without VR is great practice. When I was younger I had slower lenses and no VR. I learned to handhold.

"It takes great pictures of my baby and naked wife" ... ROFL xD

have you used the nikkor 17-55mm 2.8?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

yes, that DX boat anchor, ....yes, good lens, and you can find them cheap too, I recommend it , MOSTLY.

@forresttindall

9 жыл бұрын

thanks for the quick reply!

Part of me definitely misses this style of Ken’s videos. This format had the potential to make him the biggest photography channel, I think. Or at least top 3. Of course, I understand that he doesn’t necessarily want that and would rather stay genuine, which is fair. But to me, these were the glory days, back when the swearing was a bit harsher and he was just a crazed voice behind a camera lol

I wanted ask you about the 35mm can i use it for body portrait too ..

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Ashley Collington which 35mm? DX or FX lens? which body? FX or DX? the 50mm is the best ideal full body portrait, the 35mm throws in too much distortion and of course cases a twisted body appearance (very UN-flattering) ! 50mm MF 1.4 AIS lens is only $100 minty used Ebay perfect for FX or DX of course the 35mm 1.8 DX lens is a normal (=50mm 35mm) lens for a DX camera but you didnt say which you had.

@ashleycollingtonco

9 жыл бұрын

the d7100 dx body and 35mm 1.8

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

ahh, as a normal on your D7100, the 35mm 1.8 G while sharp is far from ideal for MUCH portraiture other than full body. Have you thought of possible purchase of a 80mm 1.8 or a cheaper option, an 85mm F2 AI (MF lens) ?

@ashleycollingtonco

9 жыл бұрын

Lol no i havent but if u say so ill get my hands on one as soon as possible ..

@ashleycollingtonco

9 жыл бұрын

But to be awnest i want a lens that will be great for fashion photography cuz the 35mm i feel so limited and it pisses me off lol

Did you discount off-brand lenses, or is it just a case of they never beat the Nikkors in any category?

So im new to photography and this might be a no brainer but im asking anyway. Why would someone spend over $1,000 for a 70-200mm rather than spending so little money on a 18-200mm? I mean you can get great wide angle photos for landscapes and still capture subjects from long distances for sports. So versatile. Sounds like an almost perfect lens to me???

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

OminousKill weddings , events etc, you cant use flash and need that big fast lens. 18 200 is a superlens, and its optical nature, while a great lens, is that its not VERY GREAT at any focal length. a few primes and 2 zooms well take superior shots over that range.

@ThatWasComedyy

9 жыл бұрын

Theoria Apophasis Really great to know. Thanks for the fast reply!

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

hiya!!! Hollla !

ok I have search and search....I'm not good at this, can you direct me to a good 80-200mm. (hope I'm not asking to much) P.S. I'm almost there on my back-up and archival data, great article. I have ordered the dvds and the hard drive dock...can't believe it but you made me think for the first time... what if?

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

heres one id recommend, best price and condition: www.ebay.com/itm/Nikon-Nikkor-80-200mm-80-200-f-2-8-f2-8-f-2-8D-AF-ED-Sharp-/231478398582?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35e5300e76 yes, you need to think about data archiving!!!

Just encounter you channel about the stolen lense on eBay, I left a comment there too. I'm interested in your other video on the nikkor 135 mm video and did a search on eBay will search elsewhere too, may have questions on how to find that right lense one without making my mistake. But Not all asses stink if you wash or wipe with wet soapy water & scented toilet paper each time as I always do when using the bathroom and done for years. lol

Hello Angry Photographer, how is it going ? I am hoping to get a full frame camera. I have a D7000 for 3 yrs. I am a hoobyist and shoots portraits and HDR landscapes. I like the D750 for its advance gadgets but it's expensive. I looked at the D610 but it's bracketing options are limited to 3 whereas the D750 give you 9. Anyway, can you do a video for people like me who are thinking about a full frame camera ?? As glass, i have the 70-200 VRII, a 35mm 18G , a kit 18-105, and an old 50mm 1.8 . Thanks man.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

The D750 is a turd, WHY? its a $2200 turd just shy of a WONDERFUL $800 more $3000 D810, and $1200 MORE THAN a wonderful and superior and better made $1000 D7100 its plasticy body built for WIFI and its fragile flip screen, AND ITS STILL DEFECTIVE AF sensor position (yes, its still defective!!!!!!!!!) make it a bad choice. did you see my video on "IF YOU ONLY HAD $1500 TO SPEND ON FX GLASS, WHAT TO GET!" ?

@Ruffffrider

9 жыл бұрын

Theoria Apophasis​ yes i did see the vid on FX glass but had already purchased the 70-200 two yrs ago. I found you last week lol. But i bookmarked it for future purchases. I was hoping Nikon had the D750 under control the second time around. I will keep saving and get a D810. The D7100, as i already have a D7000, my second body should be full frame. So u know, i placed a bid on a 60mm 2.8 D on fleabay, hope to win. Thanks.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

they repositioned the AF sensor, but the AF sensor bay is still mispositioned, they didnt change that, so its still got a defect, if you go on DP forum, youll see the sent back and "fixed" D750 still have the issue, but its better, because they lowered the sensor, but it still has the issue. theyll have to retool the body in mfg., and that costs MILLIONS,.....theyll quietly 100% fix it sometime in the future, but its still not fixed. fleabay!! how true, they screw me in the fanny everytime i sell something. They rape me when i sell it, then , since they own paypal, they rape me again in paypal fees. its like charging for dropping a hooker off to a John, then charging for the hummer, then charging to pick her up ROFL !!!

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

check out the "secret" trick to getting fine Nikkor lenses for $20 to $40 on ebay uploading it now, check it in an hour .

@Ruffffrider

9 жыл бұрын

Theoria Apophasis I will check it out as u said in an hour. Yup I stopped selling on eBay for the same reasons, rape. Man you should have a private sale on lenses, let me know if that should be happening 🍺

I wish there was a channel that did videos as good as this but for Canon because Canon have or have had lenses that are spec equivalents to most of these lenses. Honest reviews are hard to find. It's particularly hard to get good opinions on older lenses because judgement seems to be clouded by vintage hype or cheaper cost.

Would the nikkor 60mm f/2.8 Auto-focus on a d5200? And for a broader question, how do I know if the lens has inbuilt af or not? Sorry for a stupid as question but im a fucking noob...

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

look at the back, see if its a screw drive or modern G or AF marked lens. The D version would NOT focus on a 5200 because your cammy doesnt have a SCREW DRIVE

Hi. Anyone have experience with buying used lenses from Japan on eBay? Most of the 2.8 200mm are from Japan. All the US are over 800.

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

i buy em all the time, super fast shipping

@metafizzixx

7 жыл бұрын

Copy that.

price be damned best midrange zoom lens for dx?

Do you have a link to your portfolio? I'd love to check out your work.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

ImprovisedSurvival ever since making a huge mistake years ago linking everything i write and translate to everything else i write, shoot and do.........i dont have an open portfolio to the public anymore, its on my website , which is for clients and by reference only. I only make these videos as valid logical reasoning behind gear choices since ive owned or used every Nikkor lens made in the past 30+ years. people can either choose or not choose to accept the validity of the statements within. However 100% of everyone (currently about 500+ people) who have made gear purchases, mostly lenses,.....off my recommendations, are all utterly happy. As to my work, it stands alone FROM youtube and facebook; I now compartmentalize everything i do, for logical reasoning. Ever since some mean people ruined some of my translation work BECAUSE I had everything I do linked to EVERYTHING ELSE I do, ill no long let that happen. I prefer to let the logic of the videos speak for themselves, (or not, as someone might conclude). Im not trying to obtuse, but private. Most pros I know only show their work to a handful of close associates, and Im the same, clients and close acquaintances and references only.

@ImprovisedSurvival

9 жыл бұрын

Theoria Apophasis I can respect that, thanks for the reply.

I have a d7100 i have 850 to spend on glass im looking to buy used on bnh or amazon to save money suggest me 3 lenses.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

MrPopsean i see........ 70 300 VR G (300$ used) 50mm 1.4 (manual focus) AIS .......$120 used ebay 24-85 VR G ($200+ used ) (lastly either the 10.5mm fisheye)... OR.......lastly...... a 200mm F4 AIS

@MrPopsean

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I appreciate you taking time to help me out!

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

winks

@MrPopsean

9 жыл бұрын

Ive decided to go for a d7200 now! Dont know what lens tho.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

lens for what for what use :)

hey guvnar do you have a review on the d7000 ? thx mate

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

a may i would if i had one, used go for $350+ and is currently a "BEST VALUE" camera as i made a video on.

@TheDeadrick

9 жыл бұрын

Theoria Apophasis so good to hear that. Bought one with 50mm 1,8d as start lens. Little narrow, but better for putting the right stuff in photo :D I think both were best value for the money

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

glad i could help :)

you keep pushing the 135 but I use the 135 f2.8 minolta with an adapter with infinity I get great shots with $20 lens and $22 for adapter awesome boaka I think you over look some of the old old Minolta MD/MC lenses you can get most in mint cheap just stay away from 50mm and 28mm thy suck ass badly soft soft soft ........ even though newer sigma lenses are horrible some of the older ones not bad but not great either......the only problem with these lenses I see they are darker almost by 1 1/2 stops....but if you have great light MD/MC is a great option

I must say your videos are some of my favourite on youtube .. I don't think you need to be into photography for it to be entertaining lol. What exactly bothers you about portraiture with the 80-200? I was under the impression that or the Tamron 70-200 VR are essential?(FX)

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Rami Bahrani nothing bothers me about portraiture with the 80 200, it is "THE" wedding lens for same. somehow you got the wrong impression apparently about something i said "against" the 80 200 got 2 of em, love love em :)

@astika81

9 жыл бұрын

Theoria Apophasis Oh just something you said about how the tele zooms create a iron face image compared to the prime. I use mostly the 85mm and 135mm

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

i was referring to the tamron 70 200 when i said that, not the nikkor 80 200. :)

Complete newb here, why would you pick the 60mm instead of the 50mm?

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

+Cesar Jaidar because its versatile in many many diff ways over the 50mm

@cesarjaidar4167

8 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis Thanks, how is the sharpness compared for portraits on a DX camera? Im not to concerned about being a macro lens, just want a sharp portrait one. Would you still chose this one over the 50mm?

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

cut you sharp. Yes.....but 99% of people that say that, USE a macro, then NEVER let go of it. its only by happenstance a macro lens ALSO would I ???? 400% absolutely the 60mm is the SWISS ARMY KNIFE of lenses, reproduction (art etc etc) lens macro lens portrait lens normal lens (yes, even on a DX)

@cesarjaidar4167

8 жыл бұрын

+Theoria Apophasis Awesome, thanks! I have watched this video at least 3 times back and forth as well as around 20 others from your channel. I have 0 equipment so far (except for the d7100 refubrish you published last weekend, thanks btw, I was going for a d5300 until I saw your videos) and looking for 3 lenses to begin with and move forward from there. So far I have picked: *35mm 1.8G *60mm 2.8D And I'm thinking a zoom lens just for the versatility, maybe the 24 - 85 or the 70-300. Any input on these choices, would you change any of these? (im not to concerned about landscapes for the moment but that's on the next one to get)

@kathodosdotcom

8 жыл бұрын

both very wise choice there............ 24-85 VR G (ONLY THE VR G!!!!!) is usually $220+ minty used and a wise choice..... however if youre shooting critters and nude neighbors (haaaa!) the 70 300 VR G (again, ONLY the VR G version) is $300 mint used all day and a great choice depends on what youre gonna shoot most in MOST cases, the 24 85 VR G would be the next wisest choice.

can u please do a review on lens filters

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

sure thing, but it would be a short video. Recommend only HOYA HMC (protection filters), the much acclaimed BW filters suck, and theyre very pricey. even better is a (believe it or not) a brand called PLATINUM sold at Best Buy, its a superior protection filter made by Sunpak sunpak used to make CRAP, but theyre fixed up their bizz. yeah yeah, Sunpak and best buy, believe it or not!

Dude, you're my new hero.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

kind regards dear sir!!!!

How does this 80-200 work on an FX? d810. I know this is a DX video. Thanks for any quick input. I like the price.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Steven August the 80 200 IS a FX lens, it works perfect on FX or DX :)

@leisuresteve1

9 жыл бұрын

This is a great tip! You just saved me a bunch of dough!

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

ive got 2 of those lenses, youll love it

@leisuresteve1

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. Love your videos!

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

thanks man :P

You're fuckin hilarious 😆😅✌

I have a Nikon D7100 and I wouldn't buy any Nikon DX lense apart from the 35mmDX. for 1500euro/USD, I'd go for the Tokina 11-16, Sigma 18-35, Nikon 50mm prime and the Tamron 70-300mm latest version, just about doable for 1500Euros. Happy shooting!!

Where on earth are you finding 10.5mm for $250? Unless these things have nearly doubled in price since 2015, I'm just not seeing those prices. At least $100 more.

@kathodosdotcom

7 жыл бұрын

ebay :) yes, now i often see them for $350 average

if i had been watching your videos before my time as an "advanced amateur" i wouldnt have the lens i have lol

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

Taylor Anderson heheheh, which is which lens?

@haylor4793

9 жыл бұрын

haha i just want that 60

I am not sure I should be watching the videos as I am a canon camera fan.

@kathodosdotcom

9 жыл бұрын

boooo, no, kidding! thats ok winks Sorry for my SLOW and late reply to you ,but Im on vacation on Sanibel island, and been taking a lot of pics now that my shoot is over, and I only have 3GB per month tethering on data, so I have to answer questions here at the coffee shop !!! Ive got a TON more videos to crank out when I get back, also Im making a few here on the island but I need a vacation pretty bad! me and my spandex G-string and my Nikon on the beach catching shots (NOT!) ...... shots yes, Gstring NO