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

Started Mar 25, 2017 | Discussions thread
biza43 Forum Pro • Posts: 15,074
Re: crazy question how does the 16-55 f2.8 compare to the 50mm f2?

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?

No. F2.8 to f2 is just one stop change, it will not provide a make or break difference in case you need a faster lens. Typically, f2.8 zooms are complemented by a fast f1.4 prime lens somewhere in the middle of the zoom range.

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