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Best Street & Astrophotography Lens

Started Jun 21, 2016 | Discussions thread
norman shearer Senior Member • Posts: 1,418
Re: Best Street & Astrophotography Lens
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kingpin202 wrote:

Hello,

I have an NX1000 and I was wondering what lens is best for Street Photography. I have the 20-50 mm II, the 18-55 OIS III, and the 16mm. I'm moving from rural to the city in August and wanted to know what I should use and perfect over time.

I'm also actively trying to get an NX500 off ebay. Thanks.

I have the 16/20 and 30mm pancakes for my NX500. I always use the 16mm for street work. I shoot from the chest and find it much easier to get the subjects in the frame. The 28MB sensor allows you to crop a lot and still have decent IQ. The 16mm also gives you much more DOF so you can easily set the camera up in a way that allows you the freedom to just concentrate on getting the shot.

I'd like a 2nd NX500 as backup but have pretty much given up on the idea because they are now highly sought after and as a result the price has shot up. The NX500 I have came from Ebay and when you factor in the 2 lenses it came with the camera itself cost me about £50. Best deal I've ever had. It beats my Pentax K-3 which cost me £650..

If I was you I'd broaden my search.  You may get lucky and be able to get a new one for little more than current 2nd hand prices. Good luck!

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