I totally agree. I had gotten so much flack when I chose the 24-70mm f/2.8 when I was building up my lenses. 12 lenses later and the 24-70mm is still my most often used lens. It hits the spot so many times on so many different shoots!
It depends on what u mainly shoot. But usually start with 24-70 for most versatility, 16-35 for landscapes/vlogging and 70-200 for nicest portraits and some distant landscape. Ultimately, this holy trinity will be able to cover most facets of photography minus extreme wildlife. And if you fancy some more bokeh shots, 50mm, 80mm, and 100 for macro.
HI!!! I have watched so many different video's for photography here on RUclips. I want you to know that hands down YOU ARE THE BEST!!!!! I (a hobbiest) can understand EVERYTHING you are trying to get across in an entertaining and educational way. You don't have nearly the likes on each of your video's you should. I am soooo critical (I guess in life) and your talents for teaching, entertaining and amazing photography in my opinion are a 10/10!!!! I will always come here to your channel first from now on to find what it is I want to learn and I will hold all others to the bar you have set for education on You Tube. Bravo, keep doing what you are doing. You truly are a pro!!! Looking forward to watching all your videos (over time lol). Thank You!!!!
Very Helpful! I’d for sure like to see your “order” of lens you recommend to purchase, sounds like a fun and informative video. PS: I also really liked how you explained what you use each focal range for with sample images.
And for APS-C shooters like me and our channel, the "kit" lens is usually this focal length equivalent. 18-55 gives you this range, and this versatility. While not having the F stop, or speed, of the 2.8, your kit lens will give you this range of shots. So don't sleep on your kit lens, especially for Fuji. Theirs is probably the best. Thanks David, see ya next week!!
I’ve just got back from the lakes in the U.K. and my video is live I did only have one lens with me due to travelling (canon 10-18) this is a great video again David loving the content man! Congrats again on the 100k I set a goal for 100 total and I’m almost there :)
I saw that strong blue light (... i think it's 2 blue lights) on the background. Like it 👍!!! Great video as always and the road map to glass not a bad idea, actually I'll be very helpful for the one's like me who wants to get in this business!!! 👍
Great video! Yeah I really like to go out and shoot, and bring only one lens. As a Fuji shooter, I really like the 16-55 2.8 for that. Have it for a few days now, but really love it. If I could own only one lens, it would be between the 16-55 or the 23mm 1.4.
Excellent tip. It is huge to move from the kit lens, usually an f4, to the 24-70 f2.8. For an walk around lens this is my favorite lens. The Nikon Z mount lens is super sharp and has a ton of range. Primes are the great for their singular mission they lack the versatility of a zoom. A zoom like this is a great option if you have only one lens in your kit.
I’d love to see a lens buying timeline... I could definitely use some advice. I want to switch to full frame really soon, and I’m not sure which would be the right first lens. I’m definitely more of a landscape/outdoor photographer. My initial thought would be the 16-35 f4 or the 24-105 f4. It feels like the 24-105 would be more versatile, but the 16-35 seems pretty essential for what I’m trying to do. Love your channel man 🤙
I have many lenses, but not the 24-70mm (so far) as I don't take many shots within that range, being a wildlife/landscape photographer. I'll use my 16-35mm or 70-200mm F/2.8 'if' needed, but those lenses are rarely used either, as I need more reach. I use my tripod 90 % of the time, and I'll be sticking with my full frame DSLR for many years to come, as having a 'light' camera isn't necessary, and I've yet to see huge differences in image quality if one makes the necessary choices in camera settings. Yes, for close up shots for portrait or street, the 24-70 is a great lens. I'm hoping to try some astrophotography as well, of which some have tried the 24mm of that lens, but 'wider' is probably better, as well as getting lower than the F2.8mm, but it IS possible of course.
Thanks David! From someone who hasn’t pulled the trigger on a nice DSLR yet, it is very helpful. Mostly use action’s and small point and shoot 📸 . I know, I know. I get asked a lot but it’s a big commitment (deeper issues there 😂). Seriously though. I ride everywhere and “space” is a premium. Shoot (pun intended) I have a backpack full with just this gear, then add a decent DSLR, Lenses and well, you know where I’m going. This is very helpful because if I can narrow it down to one.... Let’s just say this is why I need bikes with cases, because I haven’t figured out how to ride with two backpacks. 🤪 I’m thankful for quick tip Tuesday’s, shoot I’d like to see “long tip Friday’s”, wait that didn’t sound right. “In depth tip Friday’s” there we go. 🤦♂️ Stay well my friend. 🤙🏼
Interested in the road map lenses. I just started this whole new journey in photography as a hobby. Would like to know more about lenses. I got the a7r3 with an 85mm 1.8 as much starter kit. Thank you in advance
Hey David, yes you're right the 24-70 2.8 is the most versatile lens to own if you can only have one lens... but now you have the 24-70, what is the second lens you get?
Hey David 24-70 is great for full frane guys, but what about apsc cameras with cropped sensors? 24 won't be wide because of the cropped sensor , so which lens should people with apsc cameras buy? I hope you would reply
save your money and get a hero 7, I have 3 of them and they work great, plus if you ever drop the camera and smash the lens, you can replace it unlike the 8 where you have to buy a new camera
I have a GoPro 8 and I like how it works as a vlogging camera. The media media mod allows you to hook up a mic for better sound. The stabilization via hypersmooth makes things look real steady. The GoPro is also really light and you can easily carry it on one of their grips. I bought the GoPro gear early this year and then I boight a Nikon Z50 this summer. The Nikon Z50 definitely looks better but is a much bigger pain in the ass to deal with when walking around, the GoPro is light and easy to stash and you don't feel vulnerable with it.
Such a great video. I was researching about gas and thinking if or what my next lens should be. Ive borrowed my friends 24-70 2.8 and ive been using it daily, but like you said 2.8 is not that unique. So i decided to get tue canoj rf 28-70 f2, similar range that ill use daily but the f2 gives it a more unique look, its not f1.2 but itll still be amazing. Thanks for this video
I’m just getting started photographing with a manual camera. For my first camera, I have the Sony alpha 6000. The all-around go-to lens that you mentioned in this video is several thousand dollars. How would the Sony SEL1670Z Vario-Tessar F4 ZA OSS compare because it’s quite a bit cheaper?
David, good video. I recently bought a Nikon Z50, which I'm not too happy with for video. It came with a kit lens like f3.5/5 and I forget the other numbers. I'm bad with settings, but I know this lens is not good in low light and it does not really have an option to blur a background with any ease. I would like to get a new lens for RUclips DIY videos, some vlogging and run and gun style. I would appreciate any of your expertise. Thank you 👍👊
Um. Look at the sigma 17-70 2.8 with macro and VR. Yes it's an asp-c lens. But it covers alot. It's my main goto that's on my stills camera 90% of the time. For travel when I can only have one - an 18-200 is also a good choice. A little soft and there are two different versions starting at F3.5 or 4.6. But as a street photographer, all inclusive travel lens, etc. It gets the job done.
Yeah that is definitely the one I have been looking to get, however it cost more than the camera and I can't convince everyone that a new lens makes me a better photographer. Isn't that the only reason to buy better lenses? Fixed Aperture zooms are fantastic and are actually good for vlogging to because when you need the punch in you don't want to have to change all the rest of the settings.
If someone was to make RUclips videos and already had a 35mm and 24-105 f4, what would you think about a 16-35 for the next lens? Theoretically, of course... 😉
I honestly only have one lens and yep, it’s the Canon 24-70. Would I like additional lenses? Absolutely! I had a 70-200 but traded with a friend for the 24-70. LOVE this lens! But, next lens will be the 70-200. Then a Nifty-Fifty 1.4 or maybe 85mm prime. Mmmmm, prime.
Very informative video. Yes I would love to see the road map... the anticipation of the road map is one of the reasons I subscribed. Get crackin' David :)
Not to forget, switch your full frame camera into APSC mode, which is still good enough resolution on most cameras and you can extend your reach to virtually 105mm... ;)
You can get a 24mm 2.8, 50mm 1.4, and an 85 2.0. All prime lenses, and pay just as much. You would have to change lenses but they would all do the job better at those focal lengths.
No 24-105/f4? For me, 70mm is just a little too short on too many occasions. The 24-105/f4 saves a ton of money over a 24-70/f2.8, gets me the extra range I need, and I usually don't miss the wider aperture of an f2.8 lens.
If only one lens, Tamron 18-400mm is gonna cover everything you possibly can need with the exception of ultra wide, which your pissy smartphone can deal with since ultra wide is never about quality but rather the FOV you can get. Its surprisingly capable optically 50 to 200mm with the 18 to 50 being average and 200 to 400 are pretty respectable. Its still sharper then a Canon 24-105mm F4 which is in itself shocking.
Hi i started photography a year back now and i still have my kit lens i really want to get a new one but I’m only 12 and photography is a bit pricy when you’re on 20 pounds a month😅. I have a Nikon d3200 and i was just wondering if you had any lenses you didn’t want or if you could tell me what the best lenses are for extreme sports photography or budget wildlife photography lenses I always take pictures of the skaters at the skatepark and pictures of any cool animals in the uk that are cool (thats not a lot) 😂 anyway hope you see this and respond to me but if not it doesn’t matter
No idea if your camera is full frame, so when you say 24-70 mm I assume you are talking true 24-70 mm which would be a 16-55 mm or thereabouts on my Nikon DX format camera.
Yeah though we actually can have more than one lens... so i'll stick to a 35mm and 85mm fast prime lenses combo :D Not like i cant afford a full frame camera plus a 24-70mm f2.8...
I totally agree. I had gotten so much flack when I chose the 24-70mm f/2.8 when I was building up my lenses. 12 lenses later and the 24-70mm is still my most often used lens. It hits the spot so many times on so many different shoots!
how about tamron 17-70mm
That road map for lenses video would be great man!
Would love to see what order someone should buy lenses as I am new to this.
The Sigma 18-35 1.8 is such a beast lens but it's for crop sensor cameras
There is no order. There are no rules. Don’t overthink it. Take pictures.
It depends on what u mainly shoot. But usually start with 24-70 for most versatility, 16-35 for landscapes/vlogging and 70-200 for nicest portraits and some distant landscape. Ultimately, this holy trinity will be able to cover most facets of photography minus extreme wildlife. And if you fancy some more bokeh shots, 50mm, 80mm, and 100 for macro.
@@Dustyphoto915 great advice thank you
@@Dustyphoto915 well said...
HI!!! I have watched so many different video's for photography here on RUclips. I want you to know that hands down YOU ARE THE BEST!!!!! I (a hobbiest) can understand EVERYTHING you are trying to get across in an entertaining and educational way. You don't have nearly the likes on each of your video's you should. I am soooo critical (I guess in life) and your talents for teaching, entertaining and amazing photography in my opinion are a 10/10!!!! I will always come here to your channel first from now on to find what it is I want to learn and I will hold all others to the bar you have set for education on You Tube. Bravo, keep doing what you are doing. You truly are a pro!!! Looking forward to watching all your videos (over time lol). Thank You!!!!
You have a good point there. I never go above or below those focal lengths most of the time anyways.
Interested in the road map and particularly the difference between OEM manufactured lenses and Aftermarket lenses in terms of quality and versatility
Very Helpful! I’d for sure like to see your “order” of lens you recommend to purchase, sounds like a fun and informative video. PS: I also really liked how you explained what you use each focal range for with sample images.
Huge fan of the road map idea. Would love to see it!
My one lens would be the Sony 18-105, yes it only goes to F/4 (at least it's fixed) but it's a great all around lens IMO.
And for APS-C shooters like me and our channel, the "kit" lens is usually this focal length equivalent. 18-55 gives you this range, and this versatility. While not having the F stop, or speed, of the 2.8, your kit lens will give you this range of shots. So don't sleep on your kit lens, especially for Fuji. Theirs is probably the best. Thanks David, see ya next week!!
For apsc sony and fujis personally i would go tamron 17-70 f2.8
24mm f2.8. I am a wide angle shooter and a 24is a nice wide for full frame and a nice moderate wide for crop sensor.
Good choice. Mine is close: 24-105 F4 L - a beast, great flexibility for focal lengths. L glass. 😊
Fixing Pictures in lightroom/photoshop!
I’ve just got back from the lakes in the U.K. and my video is live I did only have one lens with me due to travelling (canon 10-18) this is a great video again David loving the content man! Congrats again on the 100k
I set a goal for 100 total and I’m almost there :)
I saw that strong blue light (... i think it's 2 blue lights) on the background. Like it 👍!!! Great video as always and the road map to glass not a bad idea, actually I'll be very helpful for the one's like me who wants to get in this business!!! 👍
Would definitely love to see that roadmap!
Great video! Yeah I really like to go out and shoot, and bring only one lens. As a Fuji shooter, I really like the 16-55 2.8 for that. Have it for a few days now, but really love it. If I could own only one lens, it would be between the 16-55 or the 23mm 1.4.
Great video Thanks for the tips. So much to learn
Excellent tip. It is huge to move from the kit lens, usually an f4, to the 24-70 f2.8. For an walk around lens this is my favorite lens. The Nikon Z mount lens is super sharp and has a ton of range. Primes are the great for their singular mission they lack the versatility of a zoom. A zoom like this is a great option if you have only one lens in your kit.
best gopro hero 8 settings!
Yes! Please make that video about Lens purchases. I have my own roadmap, but would like to see how you break it down for photography and videography.
I’d love to see a lens buying timeline... I could definitely use some advice. I want to switch to full frame really soon, and I’m not sure which would be the right first lens. I’m definitely more of a landscape/outdoor photographer. My initial thought would be the 16-35 f4 or the 24-105 f4. It feels like the 24-105 would be more versatile, but the 16-35 seems pretty essential for what I’m trying to do. Love your channel man 🤙
I guess I should’ve watched the video before commenting lol
Roadmap please!!!! Thank you for explaining things for us
Yes for the roadmap lens video.
Now, the Tamron 35-150 is THE single lens giving event photographers the freedom from lens changing we've been waiting for!
Agreed
Yes! Quick tip Tuesday!
Overall do you prefer primes or zoom lenses? :D
I have many lenses, but not the 24-70mm (so far) as I don't take many shots within that range, being a wildlife/landscape photographer. I'll use my 16-35mm or 70-200mm F/2.8 'if' needed, but those lenses are rarely used either, as I need more reach. I use my tripod 90 % of the time, and I'll be sticking with my full frame DSLR for many years to come, as having a 'light' camera isn't necessary, and I've yet to see huge differences in image quality if one makes the necessary choices in camera settings. Yes, for close up shots for portrait or street, the 24-70 is a great lens. I'm hoping to try some astrophotography as well, of which some have tried the 24mm of that lens, but 'wider' is probably better, as well as getting lower than the F2.8mm, but it IS possible of course.
Thanks David! From someone who hasn’t pulled the trigger on a nice DSLR yet, it is very helpful. Mostly use action’s and small point and shoot 📸 . I know, I know. I get asked a lot but it’s a big commitment (deeper issues there 😂). Seriously though. I ride everywhere and “space” is a premium. Shoot (pun intended) I have a backpack full with just this gear, then add a decent DSLR, Lenses and well, you know where I’m going. This is very helpful because if I can narrow it down to one.... Let’s just say this is why I need bikes with cases, because I haven’t figured out how to ride with two backpacks. 🤪 I’m thankful for quick tip Tuesday’s, shoot I’d like to see “long tip Friday’s”, wait that didn’t sound right. “In depth tip Friday’s” there we go. 🤦♂️
Stay well my friend. 🤙🏼
Interested in the road map lenses. I just started this whole new journey in photography as a hobby. Would like to know more about lenses. I got the a7r3 with an 85mm 1.8 as much starter kit. Thank you in advance
Thank you I don't have a wide angle as such this is my next buy. Liked and subscribed.
Hey David, yes you're right the 24-70 2.8 is the most versatile lens to own if you can only have one lens... but now you have the 24-70, what is the second lens you get?
Craig Boyle 16-35 2.8 or 55 1.8.
Hey David
24-70 is great for full frane guys, but what about apsc cameras with cropped sensors? 24 won't be wide because of the cropped sensor , so which lens should people with apsc cameras buy?
I hope you would reply
AWESOME DAVID!!! LOVE TGE BLUE BACKGROUND!!!🤣🤣😝
BINGO! You nailed the absolute ALL-AROUND LENS! :)
also quick question, is a gopro hero 8 a good vlogging camera ?
M50 is better
But if ur activities is more on a go pro side then use go pro
But if ur gonna do photography choose m50
save your money and get a hero 7, I have 3 of them and they work great, plus if you ever drop the camera and smash the lens, you can replace it unlike the 8 where you have to buy a new camera
I actually like the DJI Osmo Action better for Vlogging.
I have a GoPro 8 and I like how it works as a vlogging camera. The media media mod allows you to hook up a mic for better sound. The stabilization via hypersmooth makes things look real steady. The GoPro is also really light and you can easily carry it on one of their grips. I bought the GoPro gear early this year and then I boight a Nikon Z50 this summer. The Nikon Z50 definitely looks better but is a much bigger pain in the ass to deal with when walking around, the GoPro is light and easy to stash and you don't feel vulnerable with it.
Such a great video. I was researching about gas and thinking if or what my next lens should be. Ive borrowed my friends 24-70 2.8 and ive been using it daily, but like you said 2.8 is not that unique. So i decided to get tue canoj rf 28-70 f2, similar range that ill use daily but the f2 gives it a more unique look, its not f1.2 but itll still be amazing. Thanks for this video
Order of lenses I'm down for
I’m just getting started photographing with a manual camera. For my first camera, I have the Sony alpha 6000. The all-around go-to lens that you mentioned in this video is several thousand dollars. How would the Sony SEL1670Z Vario-Tessar F4 ZA OSS compare because it’s quite a bit cheaper?
Yes to the lens roadmap video
David, good video. I recently bought a Nikon Z50, which I'm not too happy with for video. It came with a kit lens like f3.5/5 and I forget the other numbers. I'm bad with settings, but I know this lens is not good in low light and it does not really have an option to blur a background with any ease. I would like to get a new lens for RUclips DIY videos, some vlogging and run and gun style. I would appreciate any of your expertise. Thank you 👍👊
Um. Look at the sigma 17-70 2.8 with macro and VR. Yes it's an asp-c lens. But it covers alot. It's my main goto that's on my stills camera 90% of the time. For travel when I can only have one - an 18-200 is also a good choice. A little soft and there are two different versions starting at F3.5 or 4.6. But as a street photographer, all inclusive travel lens, etc. It gets the job done.
Imagine a Sony 16-200mm f/2.8 G Master!!
@@DavidManningvlog 😯that would be sweet. Expensive but sweet. Only 1 lens needed for my outdoor adventures / youtube channel.
Great video! I like the idea of the road map video!
Yeah that is definitely the one I have been looking to get, however it cost more than the camera and I can't convince everyone that a new lens makes me a better photographer. Isn't that the only reason to buy better lenses? Fixed Aperture zooms are fantastic and are actually good for vlogging to because when you need the punch in you don't want to have to change all the rest of the settings.
For full fram. What about Crop sensor? Talking like we got money lol. But great video at the same time.
Love the vids! keep them comming!
Yes to roadmap!
I couldn't agree more.
Yes to road map pretty please!
My Nikon 24-70 definitely my favorite
OMG, that video is the best!!!🚀
If someone was to make RUclips videos and already had a 35mm and 24-105 f4, what would you think about a 16-35 for the next lens? Theoretically, of course... 😉
Let's see that roadmap!
I honestly only have one lens and yep, it’s the Canon 24-70. Would I like additional lenses? Absolutely! I had a 70-200 but traded with a friend for the 24-70. LOVE this lens! But, next lens will be the 70-200. Then a Nifty-Fifty 1.4 or maybe 85mm prime. Mmmmm, prime.
Thank u
Hello David.What about on crop sensor cameras?
Very informative video. Yes I would love to see the road map... the anticipation of the road map is one of the reasons I subscribed. Get crackin' David :)
Please make that roadmap!!!
Not to forget, switch your full frame camera into APSC mode, which is still good enough resolution on most cameras and you can extend your reach to virtually 105mm... ;)
Tamron 35-150mm?
Hi, what is the only lens for crop?
Tamron G2 by far the best 24-70mm
Hi David just need your help I love your intro of youtube can tell me how to make this. Please please please please please 🙏🙏
Seeing the costs of this lense no wonder I don't have it yet. I had no idea they cost that much
You can get a 24mm 2.8, 50mm 1.4, and an 85 2.0. All prime lenses, and pay just as much. You would have to change lenses but they would all do the job better at those focal lengths.
No 24-105/f4? For me, 70mm is just a little too short on too many occasions. The 24-105/f4 saves a ton of money over a 24-70/f2.8, gets me the extra range I need, and I usually don't miss the wider aperture of an f2.8 lens.
For video, I would go for the 24-105 f/4, but for photo I love the 24-70 f/2.8
Have you tried the Tamron 18-400?
how about the cheapest 28-75mm F2.8 ???
I currently have the Sony 24-105 F4. In your opinion would it be worth selling and buying the 24-70?
How would the Nikon 24-70 2.8 lens perform on a Nikon Crop Sensor Body??
If only one lens, Tamron 18-400mm is gonna cover everything you possibly can need with the exception of ultra wide, which your pissy smartphone can deal with since ultra wide is never about quality but rather the FOV you can get.
Its surprisingly capable optically 50 to 200mm with the 18 to 50 being average and 200 to 400 are pretty respectable.
Its still sharper then a Canon 24-105mm F4 which is in itself shocking.
Is your rode video NTG fixed? what was the problem and how did you fixed?
I want to get into photography but I don’t know any cheap cameras with great quality. Any recommendations would be appreciated
Need the roadmap video David.
Roadmap!!
Still loving yr videos 🤟🤟
How about the sony 24-70GM
Roadmap, yes please.
Does it work on a nikon d60? Thank you
I would take the sony 24-105 f4 OSS
I am newish to photography and I thought that would be the obvious choice.
what about 28-70 f2 rf?
Hi i started photography a year back now and i still have my kit lens i really want to get a new one but I’m only 12 and photography is a bit pricy when you’re on 20 pounds a month😅. I have a Nikon d3200 and i was just wondering if you had any lenses you didn’t want or if you could tell me what the best lenses are for extreme sports photography or budget wildlife photography lenses I always take pictures of the skaters at the skatepark and pictures of any cool animals in the uk that are cool (thats not a lot) 😂 anyway hope you see this and respond to me but if not it doesn’t matter
No idea if your camera is full frame, so when you say 24-70 mm I assume you are talking true 24-70 mm which would be a 16-55 mm or thereabouts on my Nikon DX format camera.
this angle with the background is sleeeeek, haha
I would agree. Especially with a good body.
Yeah though we actually can have more than one lens... so i'll stick to a 35mm and 85mm fast prime lenses combo :D
Not like i cant afford a full frame camera plus a 24-70mm f2.8...
Fast-forward three years - there's a new one and only lens king from Canon - RF 24-105 F2.8
hold up, the number one question you get is "which lens should i buy?" - not "hey, how can I afford the lenses you talk about"
That's how I feel about my Nikon 16-80mm f2.8-4mm
I vote for roadway for lenses
We want road map for lenses!!!
24-70 got it .
That lense is expensive damn!!
24 mm on the ZV1 is not 24 mm on a full frame.... i'm not following you on that one .
If they made a 24-105 f/2.8 then that is a game changer
My dream would be a 16-70 f2.8!!!
The price though.
If only one I'd have to choose a 50 or 85 prime. I usually just have my 35 and 85 primes on me whereas 10 years ago my 50 lived on my camera
One vote for road maps of lens
Before I watch the video, I’m gonna go with a Canon 70-200
AHAHHA I KNEW IT