will the Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM LENS take 4 or 5 people up close where you can see their face real good
293370
I really would not use this lens to take photos of people unless you are taking a photo of a large group and need to get them all in
293371
The Sigma 10-20-mm lens will do that: at 14 mm focal length the field of view at 3 feet from the lens is 5.03 feet. However, the faces will be distorted. You can get the same field of view with a 28 mm lens at 7.0 feet with somewhat less distortion.
293372
It will be easier with this this lens than with a lens thats not as wide, but people tend to look more natural around 50-85mm
1019998
I use this lense on a canon t3i. It is great for shots that are in closed space of 10 to 15 feet. This allows for close ups of their faces within this distance or a wider pictures.
2236129
It's a great portrait lens. It will be wonderful on the a d40. I think that it really comes into it's own on fx though. That way you can really take advantage of the narrow depth of field as well as precise focus .
1135872
I use a prime lens as my carry around lens all the time. I find the quality of the glass and the low light capability very useful. However you have to get used to not being able to zoom in and out. You have to get better at framing your subject. I'd say this is a good lens for some landscapes and small group photos as well a portraits. If you need to shoot in small rooms or in tight situations like a restaurant you may need the room to back up (to 8 feet) or so to take a photo of a group of 3. The best trial is to use the kit lens for a day on 50mm and see if that works for you.
1796673
I'd put it in the 1.4 group... I love this lens. Tact sharp and can focus up close to your subject.
1784422
I use this lens for family portraits all the time. Just one remark, my previous lens was a cheaper zoom lens that had smaller f stop for bigger focal lengths so I always had enough depth for closed up photos. With this lens I need to pay attention that all subjects are in focus when the camera sets automatically f/2.8 in low light conditions
342852
Overall I am delighted with the image quality of this lens. I'd prefer to use the 24mm setting to minimize distortion in a group of people (if conditions permit). I use it mainly as a landscape lens and still use it extensively.
824633
I find the 28 to 70 lens to be a really great lens, sharp, easy to use, fast focus but a bit heavy when used for an event such as weddings. I would recommend looking at 24 - 70mm lens by sigma.
1429336
It depends on what you want to do. If you are mostly into landscape or sunsets then no you probably want to get a wide lens. I would suggest getting either the 24-70 f/2.8 or 24-105 f/4.0 L lens.However, if you want to take picture of "people minding their own business" (for lack of a better term), this would be a pretty good choice. You can be standing at some 20 ft away and still capture the emotion. Do not forget however F/4 is not that fast, in order to capture a crisp image you might end up having to boost up the ISO to ISO-800 unless it's a really sunny day.
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Depends on what you want to shoot - close-ups of the bride or groom or group shots of people. If it's close-ups, this would work but not so much for group shots. For those, you need a wider angle lens - maybe an 18-55mm for example.
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It is primarily a wide angle lens but will take pictures of groups of people. Its strength would be in taking a larger groups of people in a confined space. Would also set up so that people at each end are not right at the frame border in picture but in the middle 3/4 of the picture to avoid edge distortion. A minimal concern. Great lens.
464339
Absolutely!!! I use my lens for portraits also, It gives a nice flat perspective of features that you expect with a lens from about 85-200mm. Great for head shots as well as environmental shots.
725618
I use mine mostly outdoors at Motocross races and sporting events, I love it for the price. If doing large groups then you will definitely need a back up lens for that. I have had mine for about a year now and its still working great!
1351161
I own this lens and use it for good general snaps. If I were shooting indoors looking for the best result I would have a 20-35 2.8, a 501.8 and an 80-200 2.8
869669
This is a noisy lens and though you may think the focal length is good, the sharpness is not. If you want a good walk around lens, the Canon 15-85mm is just that, a great walk around lens and silent with IS & HSM.
1668544
This lens would help with group shots. As always, a lot depends on the skill of the artist and the quality of the camera, but yes, it would be good.
557617
I bought this lens mostly for use in landscape and family group photos. It also makes the camera slightly more compact and easier to pull out for a quick in-focus shot at gatherings and when hiking. Best in good light as subjects are generally further from camera. Light gathering seems on par with the 14-42mm. Easily worth $200.