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crazy question how does the 16-55 f2.8 compare to the 50mm f2?

Started Mar 25, 2017 | Discussions thread
Truman Prevatt
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Re: crazy question how does the 16-55 f2.8 compare to the 50mm f2?
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DrNeil wrote:

I'm wondering about getting the 50mm f2 or splashing out and getting the 16-55 f2.8. ok the first thing you will say is they are completely different lenses at different price points.. ones a prime ones a zoom - its a different type of photography etc...but I'm wondering if i need the 50 if i get the 16-55?

seems to me the 50 might be sharper and faster to focus - but the zoom is much more versatile and only a little slower in f stop?

so question - any one got a comparison of optical quality at 50mm? anyone know the relative focusing speeds?

i have the 23mm f2 and love it as a walk around lens - reminds me of my original x100. but sometimes i want to zoom in... and i wonder if changing lens or using a zoom would be better...

One major difference is it is called "the brick" for a reason as it weights like a brick around you neck.  The zoom goes at about 1.5 pounds.  The 50 is less than 1/3 the weight of the brick.   So if you are looking for a street lens or a "walking around lens" - you have ask yourself if packing around a pound and 1/2 lens is something you want to do.

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