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Please don’t be sorry for having a longer video once in a while, you went deep into lenses most beginners need to understand. So I appreciate you taking the time and explaining it clearly and understandable ☺️
You don't have to justify your purchase for your business. How many folks drop almost as much on a Canada Goose jacket to be on trend? Thanks for sharing as always!
I love hearing about other photographers gear...but it makes my bank account sad. 😂 Also, I love hearing about your background and how you got yourself to where you are today!! You're so kind and it doesn't come across as bragging at all!
Great recommendations for beginners..I agree with you that the nifty 50mm 1.8 is a good lens to start with if money is tight...that's the one I got with my Nikon and used it until I was able to upgrade to a Tamron 24-70mm! And then I lucked up on a used 55mm 2.8 macro lens and I feel I'm ready for most situations..THANKS for this
Great overview, I had had my 24 70 2.8 L the longest and glad I bought it after my 50mm 1.4 very versatile lens for photos the F4 is is better for video mind
I’ve gotta say that this video is so helpful. I feel like a lot of lens comparisons/recommendation videos go WAYYY too in-depth on tech-y side without really giving any practical/realistic advise. Thank you for sharing this!
I'm just starting out in photography and trying to do as much research as I can to learn the basics etc. I must've watched 100s of RUclips videos by now and never felt the need to subscribe to anyone in particular, but your down to earth, giddy personality literally had my subscribing like 3 minutes into the video 😂 little did I know your video was also going to be jam packed with valid, amazing info! Thank you!!! Gonna go follow you on all my other social media now 🙄
Ugh this was so helpful I’ve been googling and searching for good advice on lenses. One thing is I wish you could show more examples of stuff you’ve shot with them idk it’s probably just me being obsessed with your work and love seeing what you’ve shot.
Would you recommend purchasing a new lens or upgrading my camera body? I've had my 700D for almost 5 years now and I'm looking to add something new to my collection!
Hi Jessica. I discovered your channel today, and I have already watched half a dozen videos. People like us who grew up without having things do find it difficult to be casual about our purchases, even when we are doing well. I have gone through my own journey of not having anything, then collecting things, then giving it all away, then collecting things again. Please don’t feel bad about your purchases. Some RUclipsrs have a room to store their camera equipment. I love your passion and positive energy. Stay yourself and keep creating. May good things happen. 🤗
Yes, no apologies needed for being able to afford these things. Make an honest living and spend your money as you see fit. She also has a non-profit so she is obviously generous.
This is so helpful! Thank you for making this video! I currently shoot with a Rebel T3i and a 50mm 1.8 lens. Would you recommend me upgrading my body or my lens first? I really want to be able to handle low light better, and not have to back up three miles to get a full body shot.
WOW!! You're a real photographer, you're not spoiled with focus peeking and other perks of going mirrorless! Knowing you're settings and willing to do the work required to create great images with a DSLR!! #KEEP THE GOOD CONTENT COMING...
You don't need to justify spending your hard earned money! specially when it's an investment for your business and it will pay itself many times over. I have a 50mm 1.4 that I love and I recently bought a 24mm 2.8 that has become a favorite. I am now saving for a full frame upgrade so once I achieve this goal I will invest on more lenses.
I currently just have a Canon 50mm 1.8 and am looking to upgrade/add to my lens collection. Is it worth it to buy a 50mm 1.4 or should I invest in a different focal length lens like 35 or 85 mm instead?
I NEED to upgrade my 50mm! Also fun fact a friend shared-B&H has a student discount program when you sign up and I ended up getting my sigma 35mm 1.4 NEW cheaper than it would’ve been on amazon or anywhere else
You get so happy when sharing stories for lenses. It's adorable. Also was thinking about how your hair outgrew mine in such a short amount of time. Lol it looks nice, and yes even before you switched out your lenses
hey jessica, lemme 1st say how much of an inspiration u are to me; fashion, faith, and photography wise! im 13, and im obsessed with photography. my uncle is the photographer manager of cady studios! but anyways, as a 13 yr old (lol) how do u suggest me starting? like you, i want to be a portrait photographer. my parents wont buy me a camera yet bc they think that its just "a phase" ik its not tho. so again any tips on starting?
I have had the 50mm f/1/4 for 5-ish years, and I use it on almost every session, but I have noticed in certain situations it has serious focusing issues. I'm planning to upgrade to the f/1.2 for my next lens purchase. :) I already have the 85mm f/1.2, and it's seriously amazing (bought it used for $1000). After shooting with that for the last 5 months, I'm even more excited to pick up the 50mm f/1.2 because 50mm is such a comfortable focal length, and I know the quality on that one is through the roof!
I like your enthusiasm Jessica. I watched your other video that you shot in Seattle and I think you did a superb job. As for the various lenses, I agree that lenses are an investment in the quality of photos that you will be able to produce. Great job and keep making your videos. Knowledge is power and you can't learn too much.
Thank you! As someone not growing up with a lot of money and still struggling because I'm trying to work myself out of a money wise poor upbringing, it means a lot to hear that being able to afford expensive gear is NOT common and not something to expect of ourselves easily. There are definitely times when I feel like I can't hold up to ppl my age because I don't have that financial background. And I want to get some sigma lenses, but I've heard bad things about their autofocus on DSLRs... I have a canon SL3.. any recommendations???
I love this style of vlog. Very open and honest. Coming from a sport photography background I completely understand the shock factor of quadruple digits. At least the lenses aren’t heavy! Lol great vid🤙🏻
You have a good head on your shoulders, young lady! Don’t apologize for what you worked hard to buy - with YOUR OWN MONEY. I don’t call it bragging at all. I am poor as well, but I saved up for my gear for manyyy years lol. I have Canon’s 50 1.8, 85 1.8, 100 macro, 70-200 is II 2.8, and a 24-70 2.8 Tamron. I am proud of myself for saving my hard earned money. I like your attitude and I subbed
God, I'm exhausted! Must be a generational difference. But seriously, thanks for your perspective on one's lens collection. And don't apologize for spending a lot of money on your equipment. It's not bragging. You're in business and should be using top line gear to get the very best results. I know a professional photographer who had to upgrade her gear mainly because some of her clients complained. Crazy, I know.
Jessica, first of all let me tell you I love you ❤ I have an APS-C crop sencor canon dslr, I'm between sigma 30 1.4 art and sigma 35 1.4 art, which one you recommend?
Came across your video as a beginner on YT and hoping to find a lense you might recommend for astrophotography. Any suggestions please? Shoot on a Cannon SL2 and Nikon D5300.
Jessica! Seriously you are my go-to for camera questions and you always seem to answer it in your videos. I also posted about this in B&B today, HA! I'm looking to invest in a Canon 35mm 1.4L and I am allllll... scared?! Its a huge investment!! But I see you slaying it on your Sigma 35mm so why not right. I'm worried about the distortion for portraits, is that a huge concern though?? If you can fix it in post. I don't know. Anyways.... thanks
I've bought all my gear for the past few years used and have only had a problem once-- bought a 50 1.2 which ended up having fungus in it. But since I paid via goods and services, I was protected, and I was able to get a full refund and send it back to the seller (I ended up buying the Sigma 50 1.4 instead since I've heard it's a lot sharper and I'm super happy with it!). As long as you use goods and services, you're pretty much good to go. I generally see 50 1.2's going for about $800-900 on the used market, and they're $1300 new on Canon and Amazon. Not trying to expose you or anything, just don't want to see anyone getting ripped off!😬
did you buy your 50 from someone you know? like i said in the video, i explain to only buy used if you either know + trust the person OR if it's on a website where everything is reviewed (such as KEH Camera). sorry i dont fully understand what you mean about exposing me i shared some super clear guidelines for buying used
@@JessicaWhitaker No, didn't know them. But since I paid via PayPal goods and services, I was protected, and got a full refund since I didn't receive the item that was described! I've been buying used gear from people I don't know for a few years and it's a very common thing to do, so I'm not worried about knowing the person or not. Sharing guidelines/ saying what to do when buying used gear is your personal approach and I'm not "in the wrong" for buying from people I don't know. Exposed might have been the wrong word. I just meant I'm not trying to show you up by saying that that lens goes for a lot less on the used market than you bought it for, and that they go for $1300 new now, not $1500!
Hello Jessica, first of all i just wanna say i love your videos/channel.I have a question, I am planning in the future to open an youtube channel but i'm a bit camera shy and a bit overweight, what is your opinion on this ? Does the content mean more then our personal image in front of the camera/audience or are they equally just as important ? Thank you so much !
i love your channel im brand new to photography,i relate about being poor.i ' ve done drone but now into all photography. but love any help or advice you give,and i'll look up your square space.
My first video of yours, interesting.... very very interesting (that last was said in my very best Inspector Clusö accent...which isn’t very good. I find it fun to see what people recommend & why. I was in Nice last October for about 10 days of training, France 🇫🇷 is a cool place to bring a camera, I brought my Nex-7 with a Zeiss 24-70 f4, I had some fun, hope you did as well. If I ever make a video of my lenses, I’ll invite you to watch it. Thanks for making this & I look forward to more of your videos! (My body was $350 used, my lens was 1k, I too felt strange!)
Jessica ..give over feeling guilty about how much your lenses cost... a good tradesman/women needs the best tools .. you are a fantastic photographer & if your 50mm F1.2 is your baby (& it is) its well worth every cent .. My favourite lenses are my 28mm F2 for street fashion/wide enviromental portraits 50mm F1.4 & 85mm F1.8 both for portraits
I shoot weddings and currently only have a sigma 35 and a Canon 50 1.4. Those 2 have worked for me for a while but I think I really need a zoom lens. I'm debating between the 24-105 or the more expensive 24-70. I'm torn!! The 24-105 is way cheaper and a lot more versatile but I really don't like the 4.0 aperature. The 24-70 is not as versatile and a LOT more expensive but I can go down to 1.4. Ugh! Thoughts?
Zaina Salem I do not recommend the 24-105 f/4, I had this lens and I swear I couldn’t sell it fast enough. I have a Canon, but because I could not afford the 24-70 2.8 at the Time, I settled for the Tamron 24-70 2.8 ... much less expensive and best purchase ever!!
I hate talking about gear, but there is one lens I would super highly recommend you to try: the Sigma 50 1.4 Art. I don't care about sharpness and all the technical stuff, but that lens has just incredible characteristics. Technically it's perfect as well, the bokeh is smoother than on the 50 1.2 (yes it's not as wide aperture, but the quality of the bokeh is better), and it creates amazing texture on the skin, with a very unique 3D feel (due to the contrasty look). If you like the 24, you will be blown away from the 50. There is something that cannot be described, related to the 3D feel and the texture detail. And it wipes the floor with the 50 1.2 in terms of sharpness on wide apertures. Not even close, at all.
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only watch your videos because your my crush 😍😍 and also this one was jaw dropping for the lens collection
Please don’t be sorry for having a longer video once in a while, you went deep into lenses most beginners need to understand. So I appreciate you taking the time and explaining it clearly and understandable ☺️
thanks for the encouragement!
I agree 100000% - it's YOUR CHANNEL! ;D
You don't have to justify your purchase for your business. How many folks drop almost as much on a Canada Goose jacket to be on trend? Thanks for sharing as always!
Margot Daley thank you! 💛
Definitely, lenses and gear that is required is always justifiable.
I wish you included a picture sample for every lens you brought out. 😪
I love hearing about other photographers gear...but it makes my bank account sad. 😂
Also, I love hearing about your background and how you got yourself to where you are today!! You're so kind and it doesn't come across as bragging at all!
Boston Schulz thank you so much, this is really reassuring to hear 💛
Man, F*** any of those negative comments! You’re amazing and WE appreciate you and your input! ❤️ thank you for what you do
Great recommendations for beginners..I agree with you that the nifty 50mm 1.8 is a good lens to start with if money is tight...that's the one I got with my Nikon and used it until
I was able to upgrade to a Tamron 24-70mm! And then I lucked up on a used 55mm 2.8 macro lens and I feel I'm ready for most situations..THANKS for this
Great overview, I had had my 24 70 2.8 L the longest and glad I bought it after my 50mm 1.4 very versatile lens for photos the F4 is is better for video mind
that is awesome!
Wow, Jessica...
That hair color looks _stunning_ on you!
thanks so much!
I’ve gotta say that this video is so helpful. I feel like a lot of lens comparisons/recommendation videos go WAYYY too in-depth on tech-y side without really giving any practical/realistic advise. Thank you for sharing this!
This woman is just an angel, so humble 🙏🙏🙏 may God continues to bless you and guides you with your passion
thank you!
I'm just starting out in photography and trying to do as much research as I can to learn the basics etc. I must've watched 100s of RUclips videos by now and never felt the need to subscribe to anyone in particular, but your down to earth, giddy personality literally had my subscribing like 3 minutes into the video 😂 little did I know your video was also going to be jam packed with valid, amazing info! Thank you!!! Gonna go follow you on all my other social media now 🙄
Ugh this was so helpful I’ve been googling and searching for good advice on lenses. One thing is I wish you could show more examples of stuff you’ve shot with them idk it’s probably just me being obsessed with your work and love seeing what you’ve shot.
i have a few examples up! im so happy to help!
Would you recommend purchasing a new lens or upgrading my camera body? I've had my 700D for almost 5 years now and I'm looking to add something new to my collection!
The Baking Bomb upgrade body!
Hi Jessica. I discovered your channel today, and I have already watched half a dozen videos. People like us who grew up without having things do find it difficult to be casual about our purchases, even when we are doing well. I have gone through my own journey of not having anything, then collecting things, then giving it all away, then collecting things again. Please don’t feel bad about your purchases. Some RUclipsrs have a room to store their camera equipment. I love your passion and positive energy. Stay yourself and keep creating. May good things happen. 🤗
Yes, no apologies needed for being able to afford these things. Make an honest living and spend your money as you see fit. She also has a non-profit so she is obviously generous.
I’ll be purchasing my first lens pretty soon so this really helped a lot, thanks Jessica ❤️
Geovanna Rivera Ganin yay!! You’re so welcome! 💛 I’m so happy to help!
Oh wow your list of accomplishments is so amazing. God is so good!
Linsey Huffaker thanks!
This is so helpful! Thank you for making this video! I currently shoot with a Rebel T3i and a 50mm 1.8 lens. Would you recommend me upgrading my body or my lens first? I really want to be able to handle low light better, and not have to back up three miles to get a full body shot.
Lens would be the best upgrade. I still use a T2i with a 24 70 2.8 and it takes photos as well as my 5dmk2. Good glass should always trump new body
Love videos like this, love hearing about gear and recommendations. Big Fan of your Work🙌🏻
Fernando Saavedra ahh thanks so much!!!
Jessica, you are a delight. I appreciate the lens insight. I’ve been eyeing that 35 Sigma lately, seems like it would be a great add to my collection.
thank you! the 35 is a DREAM!
Some of the best photographers I know just use 50mm 1.2 90% of the time 👌🏻 I use to use 24-70 but it made me lazy
WOW!! You're a real photographer, you're not spoiled with focus peeking and other perks of going mirrorless! Knowing you're settings and willing to do the work required to create great images with a DSLR!! #KEEP THE GOOD CONTENT COMING...
I love your humility. Also you are a great photographer.
So proud of you Jess. You inspire many! Keep it up girly 💞
thank you!
You don't need to justify spending your hard earned money! specially when it's an investment for your business and it will pay itself many times over. I have a 50mm 1.4 that I love and I recently bought a 24mm 2.8 that has become a favorite. I am now saving for a full frame upgrade so once I achieve this goal I will invest on more lenses.
ah thank you so so much
She mentioned how much she loved the 5D mk II, and so do I. You can pick one up for under $500 now. Might be the best way to get into the ff world.
I currently just have a Canon 50mm 1.8 and am looking to upgrade/add to my lens collection. Is it worth it to buy a 50mm 1.4 or should I invest in a different focal length lens like 35 or 85 mm instead?
I NEED to upgrade my 50mm! Also fun fact a friend shared-B&H has a student discount program when you sign up and I ended up getting my sigma 35mm 1.4 NEW cheaper than it would’ve been on amazon or anywhere else
ahhh that is awesome wow!
Thank you for sharing your truth. Also I enjoy the teaching of your experience. It is helping me in my photography knowledge.
I Don't want any information about any camera or lens,
I just watch her full video just to see her.
Why she is so beautiful 😍
I love you openness and humility.
thanks!
You get so happy when sharing stories for lenses. It's adorable. Also was thinking about how your hair outgrew mine in such a short amount of time. Lol it looks nice, and yes even before you switched out your lenses
I started out photography a few months ago and have the canon 50mm 1.8 but i reallllyy want the 35mm 1.4
You are such a genuine person. It really shines through in your videos.
Jessica, you are gorgeous and your video is really clear and informative and helpful. Thank you.
I appreciate your candor. I hope god continues to bless your success and keep your positive attitude and hard work.
Hey girl, thanks for the great video! I'm deciding where to go with my collection next, so I appreciate your perspective! ❤️
i'm so happy to help!
I love watching your videos! I am learning new things about photography everyday! Thanks for this video!
ahhh that makes me so happy to hear. you're so welcome!
hey jessica, lemme 1st say how much of an inspiration u are to me; fashion, faith, and photography wise! im 13, and im obsessed with photography. my uncle is the photographer manager of cady studios! but anyways, as a 13 yr old (lol) how do u suggest me starting? like you, i want to be a portrait photographer. my parents wont buy me a camera yet bc they think that its just "a phase" ik its not tho. so again any tips on starting?
I just love your personality and your videos! This summer I am trying to grow in my photography skillz 😜. Thanks girl!
cassidy Jordan awww thanks so so much! I am happy to help!💛
I have had the 50mm f/1/4 for 5-ish years, and I use it on almost every session, but I have noticed in certain situations it has serious focusing issues. I'm planning to upgrade to the f/1.2 for my next lens purchase. :) I already have the 85mm f/1.2, and it's seriously amazing (bought it used for $1000). After shooting with that for the last 5 months, I'm even more excited to pick up the 50mm f/1.2 because 50mm is such a comfortable focal length, and I know the quality on that one is through the roof!
I like your enthusiasm Jessica. I watched your other video that you shot in Seattle and I think you did a superb job. As for the various lenses, I agree that lenses are an investment in the quality of photos that you will be able to produce. Great job and keep making your videos. Knowledge is power and you can't learn too much.
Thank you! As someone not growing up with a lot of money and still struggling because I'm trying to work myself out of a money wise poor upbringing, it means a lot to hear that being able to afford expensive gear is NOT common and not something to expect of ourselves easily. There are definitely times when I feel like I can't hold up to ppl my age because I don't have that financial background.
And I want to get some sigma lenses, but I've heard bad things about their autofocus on DSLRs... I have a canon SL3.. any recommendations???
The 24-105 is a great lens for streetphotography or travelling
yes!!
I love this style of vlog. Very open and honest. Coming from a sport photography background I completely understand the shock factor of quadruple digits. At least the lenses aren’t heavy! Lol great vid🤙🏻
thanks so so much!
I was just thinking about this a couple days ago! Thanks for the video!
imdvids yay you’re so welcome!!
@@JessicaWhitaker
Loved this!!!! So is the 24mm wider than the 35mm??
yes :)
always look forward to your attitude and vids : ) When I started I had the Tamron 17-55 and the Tokina 11-16
thank you!!!
I love your work!
You have a good head on your shoulders, young lady! Don’t apologize for what you worked hard to buy - with YOUR OWN MONEY. I don’t call it bragging at all. I am poor as well, but I saved up for my gear for manyyy years lol. I have Canon’s 50 1.8, 85 1.8, 100 macro, 70-200 is II 2.8, and a 24-70 2.8 Tamron. I am proud of myself for saving my hard earned money. I like your attitude and I subbed
Fell in love with the Canon 50mm 1.4 and it’s one of my go to lens along with my 85mm 1.8 🙌🏽
Thank you! These are very helpful as I'm looking into a system purchase.
Thanks so much for all you do ! I love Build and Bloom, and your RUclips videos. I have learned so much from you
aww that makes me feel so happy to hear!
I could watch you speak all day! Glad I came across your channel!
God, I'm exhausted! Must be a generational difference.
But seriously, thanks for your perspective on one's lens collection. And don't apologize for spending a lot of money on your equipment. It's not bragging. You're in business and should be using top line gear to get the very best results. I know a professional photographer who had to upgrade her gear mainly because some of her clients complained. Crazy, I know.
Jessica, first of all let me tell you I love you ❤ I have an APS-C crop sencor canon dslr, I'm between sigma 30 1.4 art and sigma 35 1.4 art, which one you recommend?
Elif Özpınar thanks! For a crop prob a 30
Thank you so much for sharing this! Definitely helped me with new purchases
I love this practical and business view 💙
Came across your video as a beginner on YT and hoping to find a lense you might recommend for astrophotography. Any suggestions please? Shoot on a Cannon SL2 and Nikon D5300.
Love it thx. Just a litle add up. Would have like to see exemple of what you can do with or what you did with each lens.
Great video - just what I needed to advise to my next lens purchase (and justify the old ones) 😅
Thank you so much for this info!! Perfect!! Can’t wait to get my next lens 😍
thank you!! :D
Love this! Definitely looking into adding the 35mm to my collection
Jessica! Seriously you are my go-to for camera questions and you always seem to answer it in your videos. I also posted about this in B&B today, HA! I'm looking to invest in a Canon 35mm 1.4L and I am allllll... scared?! Its a huge investment!! But I see you slaying it on your Sigma 35mm so why not right. I'm worried about the distortion for portraits, is that a huge concern though?? If you can fix it in post. I don't know. Anyways.... thanks
Thank you! Needed this!!
Naomi Davis you’re so welcome!
I've bought all my gear for the past few years used and have only had a problem once-- bought a 50 1.2 which ended up having fungus in it. But since I paid via goods and services, I was protected, and I was able to get a full refund and send it back to the seller (I ended up buying the Sigma 50 1.4 instead since I've heard it's a lot sharper and I'm super happy with it!). As long as you use goods and services, you're pretty much good to go.
I generally see 50 1.2's going for about $800-900 on the used market, and they're $1300 new on Canon and Amazon. Not trying to expose you or anything, just don't want to see anyone getting ripped off!😬
did you buy your 50 from someone you know? like i said in the video, i explain to only buy used if you either know + trust the person OR if it's on a website where everything is reviewed (such as KEH Camera). sorry i dont fully understand what you mean about exposing me i shared some super clear guidelines for buying used
@@JessicaWhitaker No, didn't know them. But since I paid via PayPal goods and services, I was protected, and got a full refund since I didn't receive the item that was described! I've been buying used gear from people I don't know for a few years and it's a very common thing to do, so I'm not worried about knowing the person or not. Sharing guidelines/ saying what to do when buying used gear is your personal approach and I'm not "in the wrong" for buying from people I don't know. Exposed might have been the wrong word. I just meant I'm not trying to show you up by saying that that lens goes for a lot less on the used market than you bought it for, and that they go for $1300 new now, not $1500!
Great video and thanks for sharing such relevant info. BTW - the hair was fine throughout :)
Hello Jessica, first of all i just wanna say i love your videos/channel.I have a question, I am planning in the future to open an youtube channel but i'm a bit camera shy and a bit overweight, what is your opinion on this ? Does the content mean more then our personal image in front of the camera/audience or are they equally just as important ? Thank you so much !
i have a video all on how to start a YT channel :)
@@JessicaWhitaker Thank you :)
i love your channel im brand new to photography,i relate about being poor.i ' ve done drone but now into all photography. but love any help or advice you give,and i'll look up your square space.
this was so informative!! thank you -
Love this video! Makes me want to purchase a new lens now 🙈
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and love of photography!
you're so welcome!
Since i upgraded to the EOS R now i am at a choice do i wanna buy the EF L series or go with the RF lenes
The EF L are epic. Plus you'd save lots of cash .
@@MrCochise71 True if i go with the EF L series i can use it on both cameras i have
@@DeeDogg absolutely! That's a nice perk!
My first video of yours, interesting.... very very interesting (that last was said in my very best Inspector Clusö accent...which isn’t very good. I find it fun to see what people recommend & why. I was in Nice last October for about 10 days of training, France 🇫🇷 is a cool place to bring a camera, I brought my Nex-7 with a Zeiss 24-70 f4, I had some fun, hope you did as well. If I ever make a video of my lenses, I’ll invite you to watch it. Thanks for making this & I look forward to more of your videos! (My body was $350 used, my lens was 1k, I too felt strange!)
hi, I have decided to start taking pics, and I would know which lens is good.Actually, for the beginning I can not give too much money for that😞😣
Have you encountered some focusing issues with your sigma art lenses?
Its Me I haven’t but I talk more about that in the video 😊
@@JessicaWhitaker Oh okay, sorry I typed that comment when you're still talking about your 24mm 😅😬
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! this is so helpful.
yay you're so welcome!
This was great, and I appreciate the stories!
I really enjoyed and learned with your videos!!
Thank you very much
Jessica ..give over feeling guilty about how much your lenses cost... a good tradesman/women needs the best tools .. you are a fantastic photographer & if your 50mm F1.2 is your baby (& it is) its well worth every cent ..
My favourite lenses are my
28mm F2 for street fashion/wide enviromental portraits
50mm F1.4 & 85mm F1.8 both for portraits
ah thank you!
Thank you! & you deserve all you have! 💕Does this mean you’re done with school?!
Such a helpful video!
Have you ever shot with an 85mm or is that too tight for your style?
as i share in the video i love the 85!
here long after but your video has been super helpful
Can you do a video on crop vs. full frame camera?
that is a great idea !
Jessica Whitaker that would be awesome because right now I shoot on a crop but I am looking to buy a full frame.
Those tips are going to be helpful
yay!
I've never seen anyone get so excited over a lens
Thank you!!!! ❤️
i bought the sigma 24mm a few weeks ago, and i just returned it about 3 days ago
really why?
I shoot weddings and currently only have a sigma 35 and a Canon 50 1.4. Those 2 have worked for me for a while but I think I really need a zoom lens. I'm debating between the 24-105 or the more expensive 24-70. I'm torn!! The 24-105 is way cheaper and a lot more versatile but I really don't like the 4.0 aperature. The 24-70 is not as versatile and a LOT more expensive but I can go down to 1.4. Ugh! Thoughts?
Zaina Salem There is no 24-70 f1.4 lens but 24-70 f2.8 if you can afford it!!
Zaina Salem I do not recommend the 24-105 f/4, I had this lens and I swear I couldn’t sell it fast enough. I have a Canon, but because I could not afford the 24-70 2.8 at the Time, I settled for the Tamron 24-70 2.8 ... much less expensive and best purchase ever!!
@@eviem70 thank you for the info!! I'll check Tamron out
Zaina Salem you’re welcome and FYI, it’s true what she said ... it’s great for video not photos. That’s probably why I hated it, I don’t do videos.
Perfect
i loved this video
thanks so much!
im moving to ireland!!
awesome!!
I actually made sure I bought my Sigma Art from Sigma directly so I could get the warranty in case it developed problems 😂 Worth the extra money!!
okay true!
Great video
Tyreik Thomas try KEH cameras online!
@@JessicaWhitaker OMFG THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH IM GOING TO CHECK IT OUT :)
I hate talking about gear, but there is one lens I would super highly recommend you to try: the Sigma 50 1.4 Art. I don't care about sharpness and all the technical stuff, but that lens has just incredible characteristics. Technically it's perfect as well, the bokeh is smoother than on the 50 1.2 (yes it's not as wide aperture, but the quality of the bokeh is better), and it creates amazing texture on the skin, with a very unique 3D feel (due to the contrasty look). If you like the 24, you will be blown away from the 50.
There is something that cannot be described, related to the 3D feel and the texture detail.
And it wipes the floor with the 50 1.2 in terms of sharpness on wide apertures. Not even close, at all.
Great video ❤️
thank you!!
@@JessicaWhitaker ... You're welcome ❤️
Come-on Jessica...gotta get the 85mm 1.2! lol 👊👊😎
i wish i have those kind of lenses.
canon 1.4 50mm for 260$! I paid 450$ at b&h ;((
Im surprised you didnt mention an 85mm
i don't own an 85mm :)
@@JessicaWhitaker Interesting! would love to hear why