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Which 50mm?

Started Nov 14, 2014 | Discussions thread
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Timothy Hood New Member • Posts: 17
Which 50mm?

I'm looking for a 50mm to go with my T4i primarily for portraiture and similar use. Strictly advanced-amateur, home use. Let's say the budget includes the Canon 1.8 and 1.4 but not the 1.2, and so likewise includes the Sigma 1.4 EX DG HSM but not the Art. So, basically, I could go up to $400 if it's worth doing so. Let's also assume that I don't actually expect to use f1.4 and I'm pretty well settled on 50mm, so we needn't discuss the Canon 40mm 2.8.

What would I get stepping up from the 1.8 to the 1.4s and which of the 1.4s excels when portraiture is the primary use? Finally, if you think you could make a case for another lens I haven't listed, as long as it's in the price range, I'm open. Thanks.

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