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Hello, I would like to treat myself to a Nikon D5200 for my birthday. I found a kit with an 18-55 lens. I wanted to know if it's a good lens or if I should look for something else? I am an amateur, and I will use it for everyday photos, capturing moments as they happen. So there will be portraits, landscapes, a bit of everything.
I’m not sure if I explained myself well, but thanks in advance for your answers! :)
P.S.: If you have other Nikon DSLRs of better quality with a flip screen to suggest, I’m open (no more than €500).
I’m not sure if I explained myself well, but thanks in advance for your answers! :)
P.S.: If you have other Nikon DSLRs of better quality with a flip screen to suggest, I’m open (no more than €500).
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Hello,
In general, the lenses sold in the kit are not the best, far from it.
And if you have a wide range to cover because you want to do a little bit of everything in photography, the 18-55 will be quickly limited.
A 18-105 will be more versatile than the 18-55, and arguably of better quality.
However, the price is not the same.
Otherwise, you will need another lens to complement the focal range, like a 55-200, but that won't solve the problem of the low-quality 18-55.
See you later
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Brakes are for cowards! But the one who doesn’t brake is an idiot........
In general, the lenses sold in the kit are not the best, far from it.
And if you have a wide range to cover because you want to do a little bit of everything in photography, the 18-55 will be quickly limited.
A 18-105 will be more versatile than the 18-55, and arguably of better quality.
However, the price is not the same.
Otherwise, you will need another lens to complement the focal range, like a 55-200, but that won't solve the problem of the low-quality 18-55.
See you later
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Brakes are for cowards! But the one who doesn’t brake is an idiot........
So a 18-105 would be good for my use? Moreover, it would be more practical than having two lenses (18-55 + 55-200), even though I know that the 55-200 would still be better for some photos.
Because you have the 18 aperture for landscapes.
And for portraits, contrary to what one might think, you need at least a 50mm focal length, knowing that 80mm is often the focal range used for portraits. (everyone does as they wish afterwards)
But as long as you don't have a preferred area, the 18-105 will be versatile, while maintaining a minimum of quality.
Afterwards, it's like everything else, it all depends on your budget.
Have a good evening!
Have a good weekend.