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Exchanging my 23 f2 + 35 f1.4 to 16-55 f2.8, good or bad idea?

Started Feb 8, 2021 | Discussions thread
Flying Fijian Senior Member • Posts: 1,623
Re: Exchanging my 23 f2 + 35 f1.4 to 16-55 f2.8, good or bad idea?

jidccruz wrote:

I saw an ad selling his 16-55mm primarily to buy primes. He's willing to exchange it with my 23 f2 and 35 f1.4. Do you think it's a good idea? I love both lenses but sometimes it's hassle to decide which lens to use. I want the quality of the 35 f1.4 almost all the time but sometimes it's limiting so I'm using the 23 f2.

I'm using them with an X-T30 so I love the compactness. I know 16-55mm is a beast and I'll adjust with its size and weight.

I also have an X100S, if that will help.

16-55 obviously gives you more range than just your 23 & 35 so it's definitely worth thinking about. You could try it & then later add back the 35 1.4 if you miss it (you probably will).

Or if you're happy with those 2 lenses you could just add a cheapish second body like an xe3 & sell the x100s? So you have 2 bodies & 2 lenses...ie no lens swapping...or X100V paired with your xt30 & 35 1.4...sell the rest. You could add a 56mm later on too if you like.

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