Najbolji objektiv za portrete (fotografija ljudi)
Ako posjedujete fotoaparat, postoji velika vjerojatnost da ćete biti zainteresirani za ovaj vodič o najboljim objektivima za portretnu fotografiju .
Razgovarat ću o tome koji su najbolji portretni objektivi koje preporučujem početnicima i profesionalnim fotografima koji jednostavno žele snimati bolje fotografije ljudi.
Bez obzira jeste li vlasnik fotoaparata Nikon, Canon, Sony ili Fujifilm, ovdje ćete pronaći preporuke za portretne objektive koji će vam pomoći pri fotografiranju.
Tamo gdje je relevantno, uključio sam i neke opcije portretnih objektiva treće strane.
Već znate da snimanje izvrsnih portretnih fotografija nije samo oprema, već i pravi alati za posao sigurno čine veliku razliku.
Imajući to na umu, zaglavimo!
Najbolji objektivi za portretnu fotografiju – NIKON
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| Nikon 85mm f/1.4BEST ALL ROUND |
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| Nikon 50mm f/1.8G AF-SB NAJPOVOLJNIJI |
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| Nikon 85mm f/1.8 NAJBOLJA VRIJEDNOST |
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| Nikon 70-200 mm f/2.8 |
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| Nikon 105 mm f/1.4 |
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| Nikon 135mm f/2 |
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Ova Nikonova recenzija portretnih objektiva ne bavi se znanstvenim ocjenama i statistikom objektiva, već stvarnom upotrebom i uravnoteženim mišljenjem o tome koji su portretni objektivi najbolji za sveobuhvatnu upotrebu .
Dobar primjer je Nikon 58 mm f/1.4 (recenzirano ovdje) – objektiv s lošijim performansama na papiru, ali koji pruža jedinstvenu kvalitetu u stvarnoj upotrebi, lagan je i nudi svestranu žarišnu duljinu.
(Pogledajte:što znači žarišna duljina leće?)
Kako bismo pojednostavili zadatak pronalaženja izvrsnih Nikon objektiva za portrete, objektivi s ručnim fokusom nisu uključeni jer jednostavno nisu praktični za većinu fotografa ovdje u 2022.
Zadržao sam se na Nikon FX (punom kadru) lećama koje se također mogu koristiti na fotoaparatima Nikon DX formata (senzor obrezivanja). (Ovdje pogledajte naš vodič za najbolje FX i DX Nikon objektive.)
Dakle, bez daljnjeg odlaganja, pogledajmo koji se Nikonovi objektivi preporučuju za portretnu fotografiju većini strijelaca.
Nikon 85 mm f/1.4
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Izbor urednika
Kompatibilni format: FX, DX (ekvivalent 127,5 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 3,4 in. (86,2 mm) x 3,3 in. (84 mm)
Težina: 21,0 oz. (595 g)
Teško je nadmašiti objektiv od 85 mm kada je riječ o portretnoj fotografiji, a Nikon 85 mm f/1.4G jedan je od najboljih objektiva za portrete ikada napravljenih.
Iako duga leća može proizvesti još laskaviji učinak na subjekt, ona ima tendenciju uvesti element nepovezanosti između subjekta i gledatelja. S objektivom od 85 mm dobivate adekvatan domet, laskavi komprimirani izgled vašeg subjekta, dok još uvijek zadržavate dio osobnog dojma šireg objektiva.
Objektiv od 85 mm također vam obično omogućuje dovoljno prostora za "nazad" u većini zatvorenih situacija (naravno, ovisno o veličini prostorije), tako da i dalje može biti koristan za fotografiranje događaja i vjenčanja kada je prostor problem.
Mogućnost brisanja elemenata izvan fokusa u vašoj sceni može biti nevjerojatno korisna, omogućujući vam da se više koncentrirate na svjetlo, subjekt ili bilo što drugo osim ružne pozadine.
Nikon 85mm f/1.4 | Fotografiranje mliječne kupke | © Mark Condon
Nikon 85mm f/1.4 oštar je pri f/1.4, a postaje još oštriji prema f/4, zadržavajući impresivnu točnost boja, kontrast i nedostatak kromatskih aberacija.
To je težak objektiv, ali to je za očekivati s vrhunskom kvalitetom izrade i dovoljno stakla da propušta puno svjetla. Također je daleko lakši od Canon 85 mm f/1.2, prave zvijeri od objektiva, i popularan je za glamuroznu fotografiju ili bilo što drugo što uključuje lijepljenje lica!
Ako ste profesionalni ili amaterski fotograf koji koristi Nikon i želite apsolutno vrhunske rezultate u portretnom objektivu koji proizvodi bokeh, ne tražite dalje od 85 mm f/1.4G.
Nikon 50 mm F/1.8G
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Izbor urednika
Kompatibilni format: FX, DX (ekvivalent 75 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 2,09 in. (53 mm) x 2,83 in. (71 mm)
Težina: 6,61 oz. (187 g)
U prethodnoj recenziji Nikon objektiva preporučio sam jeftinijeg rođaka ovog objektiva, Nikon 50mm f/1.8D.
Iako i dalje ostajem pri svojoj preporuci, ako ste spremni potrošiti malo više, noviji Nikon 50mm f/1.8G zapravo je bolji izbor... i zapravo još uvijek jeftin objektiv.
Žarišna duljina od 50 mm (ekvivalent 75 mm na fotoaparatima DX formata) s velikim otvorom blende od f/1.8 omogućuje vam snimanje zadivljujućih slika s malom dubinom polja, čime se vaši subjekti ističu u odnosu na pozadinu.
f/1.8 također znači da ćete moći snimati slike pri slabijem osvjetljenju od ekvivalentnih 'sporijih' objektiva, kao što je tipično za zum objektiv koji obično dobivate pri kupnji novog fotoaparata.
Nešto što se zove Super Integrated Coating (SIC) poboljšava prijenos svjetla i nudi vrhunsku postojanost boja i smanjeni odbljesak, dok Aspherical Lens Element (AS) pomaže u uklanjanju kome i drugih vrsta aberacija, čak i pri snimanju na f/1,8.
Također biste trebali provjeriti naš vodič o karakteristikama asph objektiva.
Nikon 50mm f/1.8 | Meegs Kougias i Sarah Jehan © Steven Markham
Sva ova tehnologija znači da je Nikon 50 mm f/1.8G u stanju proizvesti izuzetno oštre slike preko cijelog kadra, s izvrsnim kontrastom slike čak i pri izazovnom svjetlu.
Vidno polje od 50 mm izvrsno je za portretnu fotografiju, pruža dovoljno odvajanja subjekta da omogući "iskakanje" subjekta, a pritom ne uvodi osjećaj "virenja" dužeg objektiva.
50 mm je ekvivalentno 75 mm na DX fotoaparatu, što znači da je Nikon 50 mm f/1.8G i dalje izvrstan portretni objektiv za one s formatom senzora za izrezivanje.
Ako tražite ekvivalent od 50 mm na Nikon DX tijelu, toplo preporučujem Nikon 35 mm f/1.8G ED, recenziran ovdje. (Saznajte više o 35 mm u odnosu na 50 mm.)
S više od 1800 pozitivnih recenzija, lako je shvatiti zašto je ovaj pristupačni, lagani objektiv omiljen za mnoge Nikonove strijelce. Njegova veličina i težina omogućuju vam da ga nosite u džepu jakne cijeli dan, a da ga ne primijetite, spremnog za izvlačenje za brzu fotografiju portreta.
Ako vam budžet dopušta i posjedujete Nikon fotoaparate bez ogledala serije Z, pogledajte našu recenziju Nikon 50mm f/1.2 S.
Nikon 85 mm f/1.8
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Izbor urednika
Kompatibilni format: FX, DX (ekvivalent 127,5 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 2,87 inča (73 mm) x 3,15 inča (80 mm)
Težina: 12,32 oz. (349 g)
Da, da, znam…. dva Objektivi od 85 mm u ovoj recenziji 3 najbolja Nikonova portretna objektiva… što daje?!
Pa, već znate moje mišljenje o tome zašto objektiv od 85 mm ima tako veliku žarišnu duljinu za portretni objektiv, tako da neću dalje o tome ovdje.
Nikon nudi izbor pristupačnih objektiva f/1.8G:24 mm f/1.8, 35 mm f/1.8 i 85 mm f/1.8. Svaki je objektiv manji, lakši i jeftiniji od svojih rođaka f/1.4, ali i dalje nudi nevjerojatnu kvalitetu slike i pristojnu izradu.
U nekim je slučajevima verzija f/1.8 zapravo oštrija nego f/1.4 varijanta, a to je slučaj s izvanrednim Nikon 85mm f/1.8G.
Kako bi uštedio na troškovima, Nikon je uključio najosnovniju mehaniku unutar f/1.8 verzije, s plastičnim prstenom za fokusiranje i potpuno jeftinijim osjećajem u usporedbi s f/1.4.
To bi moglo odvratiti mnoge profesionalce, ali ja i dalje tvrdim da je Nikon 85 mm f/1.8G izvrstan izbor, bilo da je riječ o amaterima ili profesionalcima.
Sviđa mi se kako se izbor laganih objektiva Nikon f/1.8 tako dobro slaže s njihovim kućištima fotoaparata. Cjelodnevno snimanje s Nikon 85mm f/1.8G na prednjoj strani mog Nikona D750 puno je ugodnije iskustvo od verzije s teškim f/1.4.
Nikon 85mm f/1.8G nije bolji nego f/1.4G na papiru, niti kada se uspoređuju slike jedna uz drugu. Međutim, razlike su minimalne , i nevažno za većinu fotografa.
Bilo bi gotovo nemoguće uočiti razliku između dva portreta snimljena pri f/1,8 s obje leće.
Ako apsolutno trebate prednosti f/1.4, svakako, potrošite 3 puta skuplje. Međutim, za nas ostale koji samo trebamo zvjezdani portretni objektiv, Nikon 85mm f/1.8G je apsolutna povoljna cijena i zaslužuje svoje mjesto u ovom pregledu.
Nikon 70-200 mm f/2.8E FL ED VR
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Izbor urednika
Kompatibilni format: FX, DX (ekvivalent 105-300 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 7,9 in. (202 mm) x 3,4 in. (86 mm)
Težina: 50,4 oz. (1430 g)
Ako gledate Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR kao potencijalni portretni objektiv za vaš Nikon fotoaparat, slobodno možete reći da ste profesionalni fotograf. Pa, ili to ili ste bogati hobist!
Svaki zum od f/2.8 bit će skupa kupnja zbog same prirode materijala i tehnologije koji se koriste za njegovu proizvodnju, ali također može biti jedno od najpametnijih ulaganja možete napraviti kao portretni fotograf.
Ako vam ne smeta težina objektiva, raspon zuma od 70-200 mm praktičan je i svestran. Možete snimiti laskavi portret u cijelom žarišnom rasponu, a fiksni otvor blende od f/2.8 omogućuje vam snimanje pri slabom osvjetljenju i/ili pretvaranje elemenata iz fokusa u kašu.
Snimanje portreta na 200 mm daje stisnut, laskav izgled stasu subjekta. Kompresija također može biti korisna kako bi udaljeni objekti izgledali bliže subjektu ili kada koristite forsiranu perspektivu u fotografiji.
Nikon 70-200 mm f/2.8E FL ED VR veliki je napredak u odnosu na staru verziju iz 2009. budući da teži manje i fokusira puno bliže čak i kada je zumiran na 200 mm. To vam omogućuje da stvorite uvjerljive portretne slike izbliza, koje se stvarno fokusiraju na crte lica subjekta.
Oštrina je izvan svake ljestvice, kao i jasnoća i kontrast – lako u rangu s fiksnim objektivom, barem kada se uspoređuju slike jedna uz drugu.
Na papiru fiksni objektiv može dobiti bolje rezultate, ali u stvarnim situacijama snimljenim pri f/2,8, teško ćete vidjeti bilo kakvu razliku u oštrini i bokehu.
Zumiranje objektiva je lagano i fluidno i nikada ne sklizne kada se namjesti na mjesto. Sve jednostavno vrišti visokom kvalitetom na ovom objektivu, što se odražava u izradi i posljedično cijeni.
Koliko god skup Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR izgledao skupo, kada uzmete u obzir da bi to mogao biti jedini portretni zum objektiv koji vam je ikada potreban, zapravo bi mogao uštedjeti (i napraviti ) novac na duge staze.
Nikon 105 mm f/1.4E ED
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Kompatibilni format: FX, DX (ekvivalent 157,5 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 4,1 in. (106 mm) x 3,7 in. (94,5 mm)
Težina: 34,7 oz. (985 g)
Nakon što sam posudio Nikon 105 mm f/1.4 od Nikona u Australiji na mjesec dana i solidno snimao s njim, imam odnos ljubavi/mržnje prema ovom objektivu.
Sviđa mi se jedinstven izgled koji može dati slici. Kao i kod Nikon 58mm f/1.4, skupog i neobičnog objektiva koji polarizira mišljenje o njegovim sposobnostima (recenzija ovdje), izgled oba objektiva jednostavno je nedostižan koristeći druge leće – to je gotovo poput 3D efekta kada ga zakucate.
105 mm trenutno je najduži Nikon objektiv s otvorom blende f/1,4 koji je dostupan, a mogućnost snimanja ove laskave žarišne duljine pri tako velikom otvoru blende pravo je zadovoljstvo.
Mrzim što moram reći da ovim objektivom svatko može snimiti sjajnu fotografiju... ali to je istina! Samo ga usmjerite u smjeru svog subjekta pri f/1,4, kliknite okidač i hej sad – fotografija koja je odmah 10 puta bolja od svega što kompaktni fotoaparat može proizvesti.
Nikon 105 mm f/1.4 | Snimila moja žena (fotograf amater!)
Očito je puno više potrebno za snimanje uistinu sjajne fotografije od samo opreme koju koristite, ali čini se da ovaj objektiv sve čini toliko lakšim.
Kao profesionalni Nikon portretni objektiv, kada snimate široko otvorenim f/1.4 ili smanjenim, jasnoća, oštrina i kontrast Nikon 105 mm f/1.4 su nevjerojatni.
105 mm pri f/1,4 ne ostavlja puno prostora za pogreške, pa ćete morati paziti da niste fokusirali trepavice vašeg subjekta iz blizine, na primjer, jer će oko biti potpuno izvan fokusa.
Dakle, što mi se ne sviđa kod ovog objektiva? Pa, ako zanemarimo cijenu jer je ona subjektivna (ako možete zaraditi novac koristeći ga kao fotograf portreta, može se činiti kao jeftino!), Nikon 105 mm f/1.4 je apsolutna zvijer objektiva.
Možete provjeriti njegovu statistiku iznad, ali dovoljno je reći da nećete htjeti cijeli dan hodati uokolo s ovim objektivom pričvršćenim na fotoaparat.
Međutim, ako ga namjeravate koristiti za snimanje portreta u studijskom okruženju s DSLR stativom, vjerojatno vam neće biti svejedno. Također je mnogo lakši nego i f/2.8 zum.
Opći zaključak – skup je, težak i glomazan... ali također je i najbrži objektiv od 105 mm na svijetu, koji vam daje mogućnost snimanja jasnih slika pri slabom osvjetljenju i stvaranje portreta najnevjerojatnijeg izgleda uz doista vrlo malo truda. To je tajno oružje bogatog fotografa!
Nikon 135 mm f/2 DC
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Kompatibilni format: FX, DX (ekvivalent 202,5 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 3,1 in. (79 mm) x 4,7 in. (120 mm)
Težina: 28,8 oz. (817 g)
Prethodni objektiv je dobar primjer nedavno objavljenog Nikon portretnog objektiva, ali sada prelazimo na nešto malo starije – zapravo 23 godine starije.
Nikon 135 mm f/2 DC prilično je neobičan objektiv, ali koji je izdržao test vremena kao jedan od Nikonovih najboljih portretnih objektiva ikada.
135 mm je žarišna duljina koja se obično ne može koristiti u zatvorenom prostoru u studiju, ali je prikladnija za veće prostore ili na otvorenom. Dok je 200 mm obično predugo da bi ga koristio fotograf vjenčanja u većini situacija, 135 mm može biti korisno za dobivanje iskrene reakcije u crkvi, na primjer.
Kada se koristi na DX kameri, ova leća daje kut gledanja sličan onom koji bi objektiv od 200 mm dao na FX kameri.
Učinci DC-a prilično su suptilni i zapravo se ne mogu vidjeti prije nego što stvarno snimite fotografiju. DC podešavate putem zasebnog prstena na objektivu, a zatim ga postavljate na bilo koji otvor blende na kojem snimate.
Tu je i 'R' za mekšu pozadinu i 'F' za optimiziranje učinka za prednji plan.
Ostavite prsten defokusiranja na nuli i objektiv se ponaša normalno, a vaš otvor blende i udaljenost od objekta određuju količinu bokeha.
Nikon 135 mm f/2 DC jedan je od najoštrijih portretnih objektiva ikad sam koristio. Uparen s Nikonovim DSLR-om sa više megapiksela kao što je Nikon D810 (recenzirano ovdje), moći ćete vidjeti svaki najsitniji detalj na licu vašeg portretnog subjekta.
Svaki objektiv koji nije ažuriran tako dugo vremena dobar je pokazatelj njegove dosljedne izvedbe i relevantnosti, čak i danas.
Možda izgleda i osjeća se malo drugačije od modernih Nikon objektiva našeg vremena, ali Nikon 135 mm f/2 DC pravi je klasik koji i dalje pruža nevjerojatne rezultate fotografima diljem svijeta.
Najbolji objektivi za portretnu fotografiju – CANON
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| Canon 85mm f/1.2 BEST ALL ROUND |
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| Canon 50mm f/1.8 NAJBOLJI PRORAČUN |
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| Canon 85mm f/1.8 NAJBOLJA VRIJEDNOST |
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| Canon 135mm f/2 |
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| Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 |
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| Canon 50mm f/1.2 |
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Ovaj pregled najboljih Canon objektiva za portrete ne bavi se znanstvenim rezultatima i statistikom objektiva, već stvarnom upotrebom i uravnoteženim mišljenjem o tome koji se objektivi za portrete preporučuju za sveobuhvatnu upotrebu .
Pisanje ovakvog vodiča uvijek će uključivati mnogo subjektivnosti i siguran sam da se neki od vas neće složiti s mojim odabirom u nastavku. Međutim, vjerujem da je izbor dobro zaokružen i nudi uravnotežen pogled na ono što je 'broj 1' za većinu vlasnika Canon fotoaparata.
Kako bismo pojednostavili zadatak pronalaženja najboljih Canonovih objektiva za portrete, objektivi s ručnim fokusom nisu uključeni jer jednostavno nisu praktični za većinu fotografa u 2022.
Držao sam se objektiva Canon EF (puni okvir) koji se mogu koristiti i na fotoaparatima formata Canon EF-S (Crop/APS-C senzor). [Povezano:Najbolji Canon EF objektivi.]
Dakle, pogledajmo koji se Canonovi objektivi preporučuju za portretnu fotografiju većini fotografa.
Canon 85 mm f/1.2 L II
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Izbor urednika
Kompatibilni format: EF, EF-S (ekvivalent 136 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 3,6 in. (91 mm) x 3,3 in. (84 mm)
Težina: 34,2 oz. (970 g)
Dvoumio sam se oko preporuke ovog objektiva kao najboljeg Canonovog portretnog objektiva svih vremena. Nazvati ga svestranim modelom broj jedan također je bilo malo pretjerano, jer da budem iskren, korištenje Canon 85 mm f/1.2 može biti razbješnjelo s vremena na vrijeme.
Nisam ga uključio u svoju listu od 9 izvrsnih Canonovih objektiva, ali od tada i dok sam još malo snimao s njim, odlučio sam da ga ovdje doista treba spomenuti kao izvrstan Canonov portretni objektiv.
85 mm je izvrsna žarišna duljina za portretnu fotografiju, pružajući laskavu perspektivu dok dopušta malo prostora između vas i subjekta. Biti izbliza i osobno kada snimate portrete je sjajno ako želite stvarno uroniti gledatelja u sliku, ali to može biti malo klaustrofobično za subjekt.
Canon je kralj f/1.2 objektiva, a Nikon ga ne može slijediti s tako velikim otvorom blende dijelom zbog veličine Nikon objektiva. Objektiv f/1.2, posebno onaj s velikom žarišnom duljinom, zahtijeva veliki promjer stakla, a Nikonovi bajoneti to jednostavno ne mogu podržati.
Canon je uvijek bio korak ispred Nikona u igri primarnih objektiva kroz svoju ponudu f/1.2, a nigdje to nije očitije nego kod Canon 85mm f/1.2.
Doslovno ne možete razaznati elemente koji padaju samo nekoliko inča ispred ili iza subjekta - to je jednostavno najkremastiji bokeh koji ste ikada vidjeli.
Otvaranje do f/1.2 ostavlja vam izuzetno malu dubinsku oštrinu, a to je pretjerano s objektivom od 85 mm. Pokušavajući snimiti pokretni subjekt širom otvoren s Canon 85mm f/1.2 ostavit ćete vrlo malo čuvara , ali oni koje zakucate bit će vrijedni truda.
Za statične objekte, čak i pri slabom osvjetljenju, stopa zadržavanja očito će biti veća, ali ovo je jedan sporoooo objektiv za fokusiranje – kolosalan komad stakla pomiče se bolno sporo, a bez dovoljnog kontrasta u sceni, možda ćete pronaći svoj AF predmet.
Unatoč svim svojim padovima, Canon 85 mm f/1.2 još uvijek je jedan od najboljih Canonovih portretnih objektiva koji se novcem mogu kupiti... ako ne i the apsolutna opcija broj 1.
Jednostavno ne možete replikirati izgled fotografije snimljene ovim objektivom, a za fotografe koji snimaju u kontroliranim okruženjima kao što je urednički rad na setovima i u studijima, blijedi AF ne bi trebao biti problem.
Ovaj objektiv i Canon 50mm f/1.2L dva su dobra razloga zašto mnogi Nikonovi strijelci prelaze na Canon. Ako ste portretni fotograf kojem je iz bilo kojeg razloga potreban najveći otvor blende, ovo je objektiv koji trebate nabaviti.
Canon 50mm f/1.8 STM
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Kompatibilni format: EF, EF-S (ekvivalent 80 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 2,72 in. (69 mm) x 1,55 in. (39 mm)
Težina: 5,6 oz. (159 g)
Prije nego što se vratimo u prekrasan svijet f/1.2, želio sam istaknuti ovaj mali dragulj Canonovog portretnog objektiva – Canon 50mm f/1.8 STM.
Malen, lagan i pristupačan, ovaj zgodni fifty trebao bi biti dio arsenala objektiva svakog Canonovog fotografa, bez obzira snimate li portrete ili ne.
50 mm je oduvijek bila 'sigurna' žarišna duljina - nije preširoka da bi se iskrivile značajke, ali ni preduga da bi se uveo subjekt:isključivanje gledatelja.
Sve dok snimate fotoaparatom punog kadra, objektiv od 50 mm mogao bi biti sve što vam je potrebno (na kućištu senzora za obrezivanje, ekvivalentna žarišna duljina od 80 mm manje je svestrana).
Zbog svoje veličine, težine i cijene, Canon 50mm f/1.8 STM često možete pronaći u torbi za fotoaparat kao rezervni objektiv. Znam fotografe koji uvijek nose jedan u džepu jakne, kao objektiv za svaki slučaj – stvarno je tako kompaktan.
Međutim, samo ga držati kao pomoćni objektiv pomalo je gubitak, budući da je Canon 50 mm f/1.8 STM zapravo izvrstan mali izvođač – oštar, kontrastan i brz za fokusiranje, to je zabavan mali objektiv za portrete koji će Neka vaše tijelo DSLR-a tvrtke Canon bude poput igračke.
'STM' u nazivu odnosi se na tihi koračni motor, što je stvarno važno samo ako snimate video i želite koristiti mikrofon u kameri. Ako ste fotograf portreta, "STM" neće napraviti veliku razliku.
Spakirati vrhunsku optiku u malo, jeftino pakiranje nije lak podvig i lako je shvatiti zašto je ovaj otkačeni mali izvođač već neko vrijeme Canonov najprodavaniji objektiv.
Automatsko izoštravanje je brzo, precizno i tiho, a ručno izoštravanje je jednostavno – samo okrenite prsten dok prstom dopola pritišćete okidač. Kvaliteta slike je izvrsna, a bokeh je gladak, s lijepim padanjem od elemenata u fokusu do elemenata izvan fokusa.
Teško je pogriješiti s objektivom ispod 80 dolara i zato je ovaj fini-fifti još uvijek Canonov najbolji pristupačni portretni objektiv 2022.
Canon 85 mm f/1.8
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Kompatibilni format: EF, EF-S (ekvivalent 136 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 2,9 in. (74 mm) x 2,8 in. (71 mm)
Težina: 14 oz. (398 g)
Bilo da snimate Canon sa senzorom za izrezivanje (EF-S) ili full frame (EF), impresivan, pristupačan i moderan Canon 85mm f/1.8 može biti jedini portretni objektiv koji vam je ikada potreban.
Kod Canona, žarišnu leću objektiva punog kadra (35 mm) množite s 1,6 kako biste dobili ekvivalentnu brojku senzora za izrezivanje (APS-C). U ovom slučaju, objektiv će se pretvoriti u ekvivalent od 136 mm na osnovnom Canon DSLR-u, što je još uvijek izvrstan kut gledanja za portretnu fotografiju.
Pogriješio sam što sam uključio ovaj Canon 85 mm f/1.8 kao najbolji sveobuhvatni Canonov portretni objektiv 2022. umjesto varijante f/1.2. Zapravo je superiorniji na mnogo načina - cijena, veličina, težina, sposobnost fokusiranja, oštrina... i bez sumnje je bolji svestrani izbor od nezgrapnog Canon 85mm f/1.2.
Neću dalje ulaziti u tu raspravu jer sam sada donio odluku – znat ćete je li ovo objektiv za vas ako ste snimali s f/1.2 i shvatili da su vam njegovi nedostaci veći od njegove prednosti.
Canon 85mm f/1.8 | © Eolo Perfido Photography
Canon 85mm f/1.8 slične je kvalitete slike Nikonovoj verziji – ultraoštar preko cijelog kadra, s prekrasnim bokehom i brzim, preciznim autofokusom.
Jedna velika prednost koju ima u odnosu na Nikon je ta da možete nadjačati AF jednostavnim okretanjem prstena za fokusiranje, za puno lakša ručna podešavanja fokusa od Nikonove sklopke AF/MF.
Sa starijim Canon DSLR-ovima s lošijim visokim ISO performansama, profesionalcima koji su snimali pri slabom osvjetljenju često je bilo potrebno koristiti brze f/1.4 ili f/1.2 objektive. Međutim, danas s fotoaparatima kao što je Canon 5D Mark IV (recenzirano ovdje), ISO performanse su se uvelike poboljšale, a održivost visokog ISO-a i objektiva f/1,8 mnogo je veća.
Poznajem mnoge fotografe vjenčanja koji ne mogu biti sretniji kad snimaju s Canon 85mm f/1.8, čak i pri slabom osvjetljenju (gdje je izvedba AF-a zapravo mnogo bolja od verzije f/1.2 85mm).
Ako ste fotograf portreta koji snimate u studijima s umjetnom rasvjetom, na dnevnom svjetlu ili bilo gdje gdje nije potrebno izuzetno brzo staklo i oštro fina dubinska oštrina, trebali biste ozbiljno razmisliti o Canon 85 mm f/1.8 umjesto f/1.2 verzije – vaš novčanik, vaša leđa i vaše strpljenje bit će vam zahvalni na vašoj odluci!
Canon 135 mm f/2L USM
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Kompatibilni format: EF, EF-S (ekvivalent 216 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 3,27 inča (83 mm) x 4,41 inča (112 mm)
Težina: 27 oz. (771 g)
Izdan davne 1996. godine, Canon 135 mm f/2 jedan je od onih klasičnih Canonovih portretnih objektiva koji jednostavno ne zahtijevaju ažuriranje.
Pitajte bilo kojeg fotografa na Shotkitu koji posjeduje ovaj objektiv i reći će vam da je to jednostavno jedan od najboljih Canonovih objektiva svih vremena, posebno za portretnu fotografiju.
Da mu damo puni naziv, Canon EF 135 mm f/2L USM je optički vrlo impresivan. Boje i kontrast izvrsni su kao i kod svih objektiva iz serije L, a zamućenje kad se snima široko otvoreno čini da se pozadine tope u kremastom vrtlogu boja.
Ako zumirate kako biste pregledali fotografije snimljene ovim objektivom, primijetit ćete da 8 lamela dijafragme proizvodi prekrasan kružni bokeh, posebno pri f/2.
Teško je poreći da fotografija snimljena objektivom Canon 135 mm f/2 jednostavno ne izgleda kao nijedna druga , i zapravo je bio veliki razlog za mnoge Nikonove strijelce da pređu na Canon posljednjih godina.
Automatsko fokusiranje je munjevito brzo i precizno, a ergonomski se ovaj objektiv odlično pričvršćuje čak i na najveće Canonove dSLR fotoaparate.
To nipošto nije kompaktan ili lagan objektiv, ali njegova ergonomija i kvaliteta izrade osjećaju se kako treba .
135 mm je još jedna klasična žarišna duljina za portretnu fotografiju, koja pruža laskavi učinak tijelu i licu vašeg subjekta.
Na 216 mm na fotoaparatu sa senzorom Canon APS-C, učinak je još uvijek prisutan, ali očito će vam trebati puno više prostora za snimanje – iz tog razloga bih Canon 135 mm f/2 stvarno preporučio samo za korištenje s punim okvir Canon DSLR-a.
Mnogi fotografi koji su prije imali odličan Canon 70-200mm f/2.8L prelaze na Canon 135mm f/2 i više se nikad ne vraćaju. Mogućnost zumiranja je korisna, ali manja veličina, težina i veći otvor blende 135 čine 70-200 suvišnim.
To je jednostavno jedan od najbolje preporučenih Canon objektiva za portrete i zapravo je odlična vrijednost za novac za vrstu slike koju može proizvesti.
Canon 70-200 mm f/2.8 IS II
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Kompatibilni format: EF, EF-S (ekvivalent 112 – 320 mm)
Dimenzije (promjer x duljina): 3,5 inča (88 mm) x 7,4 inča (199 mm)
Težina: 56,4 oz. (1599 g)
Svaki put kad uzmem objektiv za zumiranje kao što je Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 IS II, pomislim dvije stvari:1. vau, ovo je super zgodno! Ne trebam više micati nogama! …i 2. o, ova stvar je teška tonu!
f/2.8 zooms are always going to be big and heavy, due to the amount of glass involved to take you between focal lengths at a constant, fast aperture. Attached to a full frame or crop sensor Canon DSLRs, there’s no getting away from it – this is one beast of a lens!
While I’ve included plenty of prime lenses for photographers in this line up, a zoom lens certainly has its advantages. With one twist of the zoom ring, you can go from medium crop to tight crop on your subject, providing versatility and convenience in one.
70-200mm has long been the choice lens for all kinds of photographer, be it portrait, sports, event or even wedding. From 70 all the way to 200mm, you can create a flattering photo, as well as exaggerate the compression between subject and back/foreground elements.
Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 II | © Fernando Decillis
Shooting at 200mm on the Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 with your subject in front of the Sydney Opera House for example, can make the background seem much closer, and create a more compelling environmental portrait.
For more casual use, the Canon 70-200mm f/4 is cheaper and lighter, but for AF speed, sharpness and bokeh, the f/2.8 version really can’t be beaten.
This is the one lens you’ll find in any professional Canon zoom shooter’s bag, and is usually a lens that’s a firm favourite in photography studios around the world too. If you can afford it, don’t think twice – it’s Canon’s best zoom lens ever.
Canon 50mm f/1.2L
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Compatible Format: EF, EF-S (80 mm equivalent)
Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 3.4 in. (86 mm) x 2.6 in. (66 mm)
Weight: 20.8 oz. (593 g)
Well, here it is – the one Canon portrait lens that has arguably caused the most DSLR shooters to choose (and jump ship to) Canon over the years. I know, because I was one of them…
I remember a few years ago after acquiring a Nikon D700, looking enviously at images created with the Canon 50mm f/1.2L. There was just some dreaminess about the photos; some three-dimensionality that Nikon f/1.4 lenses simply couldn’t reproduce.
I know of some photographers who shoot Nikon, but have one Canon DSLR just so they can take advantage of this unique lens!
So, what’s so special about the Canon 50mm f/1.2L anyway?! It’s certainly not a lens priced for everyone’s wallet, but if you’re a shooter who wants one amazing, all purpose lens to start out, this is a great investment.
50mm is versatile and useful, and even on a crop sensor Canon body, can be used as an 80mm equivalent for flattering portrait photography.
Unsurprisingly though, the magic of this lens is in the exotic f/1.2 maximum aperture.
Image quality is excellent, and the auto-focus is leagues better than the 85mm f/1.2 mentioned previously. Its a heavy lens for its size, but not overly so – I can imagine leaving this on the camera all day, with no complaints from my back.
f/1.2 doesn’t give much room for error, but thankfully, manual focus override is easy with the Canon 50mm f/1.2L – just half press the shutter and twist the ring. Used in conjunction with focus peaking on the new Canon mirrorless camera, you can be sure to nail focus every time.
50mm is the most versatile focal length for portrait photography, and as wide as you would traditionally go without distorting facial features. Combined with a maximum aperture of f/1.2, this is an absolute gem of a lens, and should be at the top of any Canon photographer’s wishlist.
Best Lenses for Portrait Photography – SONY
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| Sony 85mm f/1.4BEST ALL ROUND |
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| Sony 85mm f/1.8BEST BUDGET |
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| Sony 50mm f/1.8BEST VALUE |
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| Sony 55mm f1/.8 |
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| Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 |
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Since the release of the first full frame mirrorless camera, the sticking point for many photographers looking to switch to Sony has been the distinct lack of lenses.
However, over time Sony has built up a stellar range of prime and zoom lenses for its E mount system, and now with third party options such as Sigma offering first class native lenses, Sony is truly dominating the mirrorless market.
I’ve written in more depth about the top all round Sony lenses here, but below I’ll be covering the recommended lenses for portrait photography.
It’s possible to use adaptors to attach any of the recommended lenses from other camera brands to a Sony camera, but using native (no-mount) lenses will always be the most convenient option. Unless you have a very specific reason to use a 3rd party (adapted) lens, there really isn’t any need.
Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM
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Compatible Format: FE, E (127.5 mm equivalent)
Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 3.5 in. (89.5 mm) x 4.2 in. (107.5 mm)
Weight: 28.9 oz. (820 g)
At the time of writing, Sony offers 3 native 85mm prime lenses for its FE (full frame) and E (APS-C) mount mirrorless cameras. It’s a tough choice recommending just one as the best Sony portrait lens, but we’ve ended up on this one – the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM.
For portrait photography, 85mm really is hard to beat. It offers enough working distance from your subject to give them some room (or allow you to remain unnoticed, if candid photography is more your style), and creates a flattering, compressed look to your subject’s features, without making the final image feel too ‘detached’.
As we discussed previously, a longer lens will typically introduce a ‘spying’ sensation when the final image is viewed, making your viewer feel more detached from the subject than they would be if you used something wider.
Whether this is an issue to you or not is up to you to decide, but in general, the more involved you can make the viewer feel when seeing your image, the better. This is especially the case with a portrait photo.
It’s Sony’s flagship mid-range G-Master lens, and delivers stunning optics in a robust package.
Autofocus is fast and silent, and an additional Focus Lock button on the barrel is a nice touch – much more convenient in my opinion than an on-camera button, and can actually be reprogrammed to a custom button depending on your Sony camera model.
The only downsides of this lens for me were the size, weight, and the price. Being a wedding photographer that likes to get up close and personal, I don’t use 85mm all that much, so couldn’t justify the price tag.
However, if you’re a portrait photographer, 85mm will be your bread and butter, so the Sony 85mm f/1.4 should be an excellent investment.
Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
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Compatible Format: FE, E (127.5 mm equivalent)
Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 3.07 in. (78 mm) x 3.2 in. (82mm)
Weight: 13 oz. (371 g)
I had a hard time choosing between the aforementioned f/1.4 85mm Sony lens and the one I ended up keeping for myself – the Sony 85mm f/1.8.
The actual difference between f/1.4 and f/1.8 in use is often debated. Sure, we all know that the difference in light capturing ability means that f/1.4 will allow you to shoot in slightly lower light than f/1.8, and that the depth of field will also be slightly shallower.
However, in practice, does it really make much of a difference? Well, yes and no.
If your job is portrait photography, and you want an edge on your competitors, to be able to consistently deliver images that have a ‘certain something’ about them… by all means, invest in the Sony 85mm f/1.4.
You’ll also need it if you shoot in adverse weather conditions a lot since it’s weather sealed.
Sony 85mm f/1.8 | © Mark Condon
Aside from the ‘on paper’ advantages of the f/1.4 85mm lens, the images do have a certain look to them – some kind of additional 3-dimensionality, caused in part by smoother, rounder bokeh elements and some image rendering magic thanks to the extremely shallow depth of field.
However, and this is a big one, it’s arguable as to whether anyone will ever notice… except you. Maybe at the highest levels of portrait photography, or for those looking for that shallow DOF ‘dreamy’ look, yes, but for all the rest of us that can easily make so with a super sharp lens with excellent bokeh, the Sony 85mm f/1.8 is a hard one to pass by.
Even on an APS-C sensor body like the immensely popular Sony A6000 (reviewed here), this lens feels great. It’s actually one of the few FE lenses I’d recommend buying for an E mount Sony body too (see other recommended Sony a6000 lenses).
All in all, I highly recommend the Sony 85mm f/1.8 as an affordable, lightweight, versatile, all round lens, whatever your level of photography.
Sony FE 50mm f/1.8
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Compatible Format: FE, E (75 mm equivalent)
Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 2.67 in. (68 mm) x 2.3 in. (59mm)
Weight: 6.6 oz. (186 g)
At the time of writing this, Sony offers 4 50mm focal length prime lenses for its full frame mirrorless cameras. I wouldn’t say that the Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 is the top one of the lot, but for its price, it’s without a doubt the best budget Sony portrait lens available in 2022.
For a little under 500 bucks, you’re getting a fantastic little lens that’s as light as a feather, ready to make your full frame or crop sensor Sony mirrorless camera an absolute joy to use.
On a crop sensor (E mount) camera, 50mm is equivalent to 75mm – another perfectly viable focal length for flattering photos.
As a nifty-fifty on FE mount cameras such as the Sony a7RIII (reviewed here), the combination makes for a great walk-around street photography set up.
50mm is long enough to deliver hardly any visible facial distortion, but still wide enough to include some surroundings for environmental portraiture.
Sony 50mm f/1.8 | © Charles Torrealba
Auto focus is slower than other lenses, so if you’re shooting moving subjects, there are better options available out there. For static subjects however, the Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 does just fine.
Bokeh is impressive for such a cheap lens, and dare I say, even less distracting than the Canon/Nikon equivalents.
Out of focus elements are soft and creamy, and shooting at f/1.8 is useful for when the scene gets darker and you don’t want to push your ISO too high, or risk a blurred shot with a slower shutter speed.
The Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 is a great budget, all-purpose Sony lens, and does a fine job for people photos too.
If you’re a pro who wants better AF performance and the ability to shoot in lower light, by all means invest 3x the price in one of the f/1.4 Sony offerings… but I highly recommend you keep one of these mini-marvels as a backup in your jacket pocket too.
Sony FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA Zeiss Sonnar T*
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Compatible Format: FE, E (82.5 mm equivalent)
Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 2.5 in. (64 mm) x 2.7 in. (70 mm)
Weight: 9.9 oz. (281 g)
If you know anything about Sony portrait lenses, chances are you’ve come across this little beauty. It’s actually one of the sharpest Sony lenses ever produced, despite being over 5 years old.
Announced to complement the first Sony A7 and A7R mirrorless cameras, the Sony 55mm f/1.8 was the perfect match for these groundbreaking devices. Its size/weight went well with the smaller bodies, and the impeccable Carl Zeiss optics made the most of the A7R’s 36MP sensor.
If you’re looking a sharp lens with lightning fast AF, and at a useful, flattering focal length, it’s hard to beat the Sony 55mm f/1.8.
55mm may sound unusual, but the difference between a 50mm and a 55mm field of view is minor and something you’ll quickly get used to.
When mounted on a Sony APS-C body, the field of view is converted to 82.5mm, a nice all round focal length for all forms of photographers
The focus falloff from these razor sharp in-focus elements to creamy bokeh is gradual and subtle, and the bokeh itself is beautifully smooth.
If you’re shooting moving subjects, the AF performance of this lens is nothing short of breathtaking – when combined with face tracking and continuous AF, the lens holds tight focus on your subject, even when approaching your camera fast.
At only 281 g, the Sony 55mm f/1.8 feels great on any Sony FE or E mount camera, and could be the only portrait lens you ever need. If you’re stuck deciding between a 50mm and an 85mm prime lens, this 55mm is the perfect in-between.
Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS
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Compatible Format: FE, E (105-300 mm equivalent)
Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 3.4 in. (88 mm) x 7.8 in. (200 mm)
Weight: 52 oz. (1480 g)
It wouldn’t be fair of me to not include Sony’s epic 70-200mm f/2.8 zoom lens in this line up of the top Sony portrait lenses.
Despite being a fan of prime lenses, I’m the first to admit how much more versatile and useful a zoom lens is. Being able to twist the barrel and go from a tight full body shot to a tight head shot… without moving any other muscle in your body, is amazing! Who needs legs?!
Being a G Master lens, you can expect first class build and performance from the Sony 70-200mm f/2.8. Ultra sharp at every aperture, it excels when shot at f/2.8, where, let’s face it, you’ll be for 99% of the time with this lens.
Auto focus is similarly excellent, with the AF locking on to moving subjects very easily indeed.
70-200mm f/2.8 zooms are engineered predominately for sports photographers or those who require reliable AF for moving subjects. For your average photography session of a subject dancing around, running or jumping, this lens has you well and truly covered.
Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 | © Hanna Saba
The Optical Steady Shot (OSS) works in conjunction with Sony camera bodies’ own image stabilization, meaning you can shoot at much slower shutter speeds, and consequently, much lower ISO levels too.
This means that f/2.8 shouldn’t be a limiting factor even in low light, with the OSS and high ISO capabilities of all Sony full frame mirrorless cameras taking up the slack.
On a crop sensor body, you’ll have to work harder with the 105-300mm focal lens. Also, at a whopping 1.5kg, the Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 will quickly unbalance any crop sensor body you attach it to… and any full frame bodies too come to think of it!
Thankfully, the detachable foot allows you to securely attach the lens to any camera tripod, and also doubles as a comfortable way to grip the lens when hand holding your camera.
Make no mistake, this is one serious lens for professional photographers or hobbyists who don’t mind dropping some serious coin on the top Sony telephoto zoom lens ever made :-)
Best Lenses for Portrait Photography – FUJIFILM
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| Fujifilm 56mm f/1.2BEST ALL ROUND |
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| Fujfilm 90mm f/2BEST VALUE |
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| Fujifilm 50-140mm f/2.8 |
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| Fujifim 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 |
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I’m a big fan of Fujifilm, having shot with them for years and written several Fujifilm lens reviews.
Fujifilm seems to concentrate the majority of their R&D efforts on the crop sensor format (and more recently on medium format, with the GFX line), and doing so, are the leaders in APS-C imaging, and their stellar lens lineup reflects this.
Fujifilm lenses are renowned for their excellent image quality and build, and thanks to the smaller APS-C format, reduced size and weight too.
With several great Fujifilm portrait lenses to choose from already and others on the roadmap, it’s an exciting time to be shooting people with a Fujifilm camera.
Fujifilm 56mm f/1.2
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Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 2.8 in. (73 mm) x 2.7 in. (70 mm)
Weight: 14.2 oz. (403 g)
If anyone ever argues with you that the crop sensor format struggles to create shallow depth of field like full frame, this is the lens to show them…
The Fujifilm 56mm f/1.2 is arguably the best Fuji portrait lens ever made, and should be at the top of your wish list as a photographer.
Whilst similar f/1.2 lenses from Canon (which are over twice the price of this Fuji) display softness around the edges when shot at f/1.2, the Fuji 56mm f/1.2 manages to achieve incredible sharpness from edge to edge.
Equivalent to an 85mm lens on a full frame sensor, this is the perfect focal length for a flattering people photo and comfortable working distance. 85mm is a sweet spot between ‘immersive wide angle’ and ‘distant telephoto’ – it’s able to capture subjects from further away, but without the scene looking too compressed.
Auto focus on the Canon f/1.2 lenses is clunky to say the least, but it’s much faster and more accurate with the Fujifilm 56mm f/1.2.
With a sturdy but lightweight build, it’s easy to attach this lens to the front of any small Fujifilm mirrorless camera body and walk around with it all day long.
If you’re looking for stellar subject separation and low light performance, its hard to beat the Fujifilm 56mm f/1.2, and the hundreds of positive customer reviews since its launch in 2014 tell a similar story.
This is a lens that should be in the arsenal of every Fujifilm camera owner, portrait photographer or otherwise – it’s just that dobro.
Fujifilm 90mm f/2
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Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 2.95 x 2.95 x 4.13 in. (75 x 75 x 104 mm)
Weight: 1.32 lbs (600 g)
With an equivalent focal length of 137mm on a 35mm sensor, the Fuji 90mm f/2 would be my second choice as the top Fujifilm lens for portrait photography… and a very close second at that!
If you have the space to back up enough to use a 137mm equivalent lens, the Fujifilm 90mm f/2 would actually be at the number one spot in my list. However, it’s just not quite as versatile as the 56mm lens discussed earlier.
Either way, this is one impressive lens that delivers ultra-sharp, flattering results with zero distortion.
The first-class optical construction of the lens minimizes vignetting, and the 8 rounded aperture blades produce some of the most beautiful bokeh you’ll see out of a Fujifilm camera.
Fujifilm 90mm f/2 | © Dylan Goldby
Shot at f/2, centre sharpness is excellent, and still very good all the way out to the edges – an essential trait of a great portrait lens.
As with all Fuji X mount lenses, the construction is solid. The Fujifilm 90mm f/2 features weather and dust-resistant sealing, allowing usage to temperatures as low as -10 degrees.
When compared to the Nikon/Canon 135mm alternatives, this lens is actually lighter and smaller , perfect for the more portable nature of the Fujifilm camera system.
All in all, this is one impressive Fuji lens for portrait photography. I’m a big fan of prime (fixed focal length) lenses, and this is one I’d recommend to all level of photographer, whatever the genre.
Fujifilm 50-140mm f/2.8
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Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 4.9 x 7 x 11.1 in. (124 x 177 x 281 mm)
Weight: 2.19 lbs (995 g)
Equating to roughly a 70-200mm in full frame terms, it’s easy to see why the Fujifilm 50-140m f/2.8 is such a popular lens for portrait photography.
Similar to the other big name f/2.8 telephoto lenses, this a must-have for any photographer wanting the convenience and performance of a fast, medium-long range zoom.
Being able to go from a flattering half-body crop at 50mm, all the way up to isolating facial features at 140mm is an effective way to bring diversity to your shoot with minimal effort.
Imagine a model standing in a pose – when you’re happy with the light and composition, you can get a whole range of different photos just by turning the lens barrel and narrowing your field of view. Lazy, but very effective!
(Check out our guide to Model Mayhem if you’re in need of a model to practice your portrait photography.)
Sharpness is impressive across the image when shot at f/2.8, and improves up to around f/5.6, where images are razor sharp and comparable to the sharpest prime lenses.
Fujifilm 50-140mm f/2.8 | © Dylan Goldby
Auto focus is almost instantaneous and incredibly accurate, especially in daylight. When the light starts to drop, you may notice a few more missed shots, but overall there’s little to complain about here.
Out of focus bokeh elements are soft and creamy, and when shot at its full range of 140mm, the Fujifilm 50-140mm f/2.8 offers excellent subject separation, making it a great lens if you have the room to back up enough.
Another great feature perfect for portrait photographers is the built in image stabilisation, with handheld shots at shutter speeds as slow as 1/15s shot at 140mm still remaining sharp.
This means you won’t need to rely on high ISOs to get a fast enough shutter speed to shoot any low light portrait opportunities.
All in all, the Fujifilm 50-140mm f/2.8 is one serious, pro-grade zoom lens that’s as suited for shooting static people photography as it is for sports, events, weddings and anything else that requires some flexibility, speed and reach.
It’s an all-in-one top-performer of a lens, and as such, highly recommended to all Fuji shooters.
Fujifim 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8
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Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 2.95 x 2.95 x 4.65 in. (74 x 74 x 118mm)
Weight: 1.28 lbs (580 g)
The last lens I feel like I should recommend in this roundup of the best Fujifilm lenses for portrait photography is the Fujifilm 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8.
With an equivalent focal length of 83-300mm, the range of these type of zoom lenses is more suited for outdoor use (or a large studio), but that doesn’t mean that it’s not an incredibly versatile lens for portrait use.
The minimum focus distance is only 1.1m (3.67 ft), meaning that the zoom range allows you to crop right in on your subject’s eyes, for example.
f/3.5 may not sound very fast, but for the equivalent lens on a DSLR, it’s actually half a stop quicker . Combined with Optical Image Stabilisation, this makes the Fujifilm 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 a viable option for low light photography.
Image quality is impressive, with low chromatic aberration, and distortion and vignetting which are corrected via the camera’s internal software. The amount of detail in the files is impressive, with images offering great clarity and contrast.
One thing that takes a little getting used to with the Fujifilm 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8, is the inclusion of 3 control rings, for zoom, aperture and (manual) focusing. In practice, you’ll only usually be using the zoom dial, and this feels beautifully smooth and well-engineered.
Fujifilm 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 | Shot on assignment for White Caviar Life | © Kent Johnson Photography
Autofocus is similar to all other Fujifilm lenses I’ve used – quick and accurate, and totally competent for the speed at which your average subject will be moving!
Shooting at 300mm is a lot of fun, either to capture subjects at a distance, or for zooming right in on a subject’s features for some interesting crops.
If you’ve ever seen headshot photography that highlights a model’s eyes, or lips in dramatic fashion, chances are the photographer used either a macro lens, or a telephoto such as the Fujifilm 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8.
One thing to note – this is a rather large lens for mirrorless standards (but still small when compared with a DSLR equivalent), and as such, may make a smaller Fujifilm body such as the Fujifilm X-T20 feel somewhat unwieldy – one way to overcome this is to use a hand strap (see more accessories for Fuji cameras here).
Overall, the Fujifilm 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 is an impressive lens, and one that can produce a wide variety of images thanks to its wide (and somewhat unusual) focal range.
It’s fantastically engineered, and offers excellent image quality in a well-built, ergonomic body.
Često postavljana pitanja
What lenses are best for portrait photography?
A good place to start is a prime lens with a focal length of 85mm or 50mm. For Nikon, our top pick is the Nikon 85mm f/1.4G, while for Canon we’d suggest something like the Canon 85mm f/1.2. Sony’s 85mm f/1.4 GM is another great option, and if you’re looking for a Fuji lens, check out the Fujifilm 56mm f/1.2.
Is 50mm lens good for portraits?
Yes, 50mm can be excellent for shooting portraits as it’s a very versatile focal length. 50mm will normally allow you to fit someone’s full body into the frame (granted that you have a little space to move) or to capture details, as well as being perfect for three-quarter length shots.
Which is better for portraits 50mm or 85mm?
Choosing between 50mm or 85mm really depends on the type of portraits you want to create. 85mm is better for closely framing your subjects and capturing up-close details, while 50mm won’t be quite as suited to details but also gives you greater versatility.
How do I choose a portrait lens?
Choosing a portrait lens comes down to a number of factors like your shooting style, which camera system you use, and of course your budget. Once you’ve determined those things, it’s wise to read reviews to narrow down which lens will be best for you.
Best Portrait Lenses – Final Words
With so many great lenses for portrait photographers on the market in 2022, the choice can be a little overwhelming.
My advice when trying to decide upon the best lens for you is to first try and understand which is your preferred focal length.
The longer the focal length, the greater the degree of compression and subject separation you’re able to achieve. However, you simply may not have enough space to shoot with a 200mm lens, for example.
It’s also important to take into account the feeling of ‘detachment’ that comes with using a long lens. Shooting over 85mm tends to make the viewer feel like they’re detached from the moment, rather than involved in it. This may or may not be important to you and your style of photography.
I’ve only included lenses longer than 50mm in this guide to the best portrait lenses. While lenses wider than 50mm can still be used for great portrait photography, it’s traditionally not their usage, so I’ve neglected them here for the sake of simplicity.
Other factors to take into consideration include price (obviously), maximum aperture (for low light), size and weight (for all-day shooting), and AF capabilities.
If you’re shooting static subjects in controlled environments, maximum aperture and AF may not be important to you. If you use a tripod to shoot portraits, size and weight may be irrelevant too.
So have a good think about what factors are most important to you, and be sure to check out our article on editing portraits in Lightroom too.