I also use a 35mm and 80-200mm, but the 85mm gets by far the most use. Intimate enough, but like you say, allows me to keep a certain distance. And above all else, it produces lovely images.
I got mine used and it was still pricey, but worth every penny. And then some to be honest.
Thanks Jonathan! Been very lucky with the weather here of late, and as I’m well aware of how it can be in your part of the world, I’m happy I could help just a little bit.
Andy Yu says
Wonderful depth of field in that photo. What camera gear did you use?
Lee says
Cheers Andy. I have a D300, and took this with my much favoured Nikkor 85mm f/1.4. An absolutely fantastic lens.
Andy Yu says
Is that your normal setup for your photos? Sounds like a wonderful lens, and being 85mm means you can keep your distance too.
Lee says
I also use a 35mm and 80-200mm, but the 85mm gets by far the most use. Intimate enough, but like you say, allows me to keep a certain distance. And above all else, it produces lovely images.
I got mine used and it was still pricey, but worth every penny. And then some to be honest.
S in Shanghai says
Depends on the noise level. But yes it is close…..
/S
phossil says
I bet he is reading manga.
lol
PeterD says
Perfect, except for the grass stains on the white clothing…
Tornadoes28 says
The weather looks really nice.
Jonathan says
A wonderful shot Lee, really nice 🙂 And considering I’m looking at clouds here it was a great start to my Saturday 🙂
Lee says
Thanks Jonathan! Been very lucky with the weather here of late, and as I’m well aware of how it can be in your part of the world, I’m happy I could help just a little bit.
Jonathan says
Hehe true true and as such with the weather over here it actually got warm and sunny in the afternoon…I’ll never understand weather here!
ait_meijin says
Tranquility in it’s best!