Lens for General use/Concert photography

Si. · 5 Jun 2014 at 16:05

Hi,

I'm looking at getting a new lens for my recently purchased D7000. The kit lens is quite good, but I want to do some concert/band photography so I need something a bit faster to cope with the low light situations.

It's a choice between:

Nikon 50mm F1.8
Nikon 35mm F1.8
Sigma 24-70MM F2.8D

Obviously the 35-70mm is a little slower, and dearer, but I was thinking git covers the ground of both the others and gives greater flexibility.

Any thoughts?

Columbo · 5 Jun 2014 at 16:33

How close will you be to the bands?

Si. · 5 Jun 2014 at 16:36

Initially I'm just talking about local Pub and club bands so can usually get fairly close if needed.

GAC · 5 Jun 2014 at 16:44

of the 3 id have said the sigma, gives you much more range of what you can do with it.

ShortWarning · 5 Jun 2014 at 17:05

I used the Nikon 35mm F1.8 the other week for some photos at a small venue and it was perfect for that. Obviously if you start taking photos in bigger venues or can't get to the stage it isn't going to be ideal.

Personally I think 50mm would be an awkward length if at the front of the stage.

The sigma will definitely be the most versatile.