finding the 50 a bit too "zoomy"

[lukechad]

Recently I've started doing photo shoots in my living room of my son and children of friends and family! Obviously my lens of choice for all of them is the 50mm, however I'm finding that I'm struggling when wanting to capture the whole body.

My living room is not exactly small and I guess I'm 2m from the subject, and they are 1-2 m from my backdrop.

So, is it worth seriously considering swapping the 50 for a 35mm f2? What are peoples honest opinions on making this move?

Thanks in advance

 

[lukechad]

Ok, we'll ive got a basic lens selection currently with the 18-55, 50, and a 55-250,

I don't think I can afford or justify new, however I would consider a sigma or tamron alternative to the 35 if one exists that's a fair replacement to canons 35

 

[lukechad]

A very helpful bunch of responses, thanks!

I'm on a tight budget and still saving hard for a 70-200L to replace my 55-250.

I'm going to keep an eye on TP and eBay for a good example of a used 35mm!

 

[lukechad]

My 35mm should be here tomorrow! can't wait to get it on my camera