Tuesday, April 22, 2014

First Lens for Filming on a DSLR?


Hi all -

I'm looking to get into film. I have recently purchased a Nikon D5300 and am looking for a lens to pair it with. I am also a keen photographer and would like to keep that option open. At the moment I only have one lens, a 22-88mm.

As someone looking to get a grasp of film and photography in ONE lens what would your recommendation be? My research has left me between the 35mm and 50mm 1.8. I feel the 35mm lends itself better overall to both Film and Photography.

Could anyone add anything to what I've found thus far?

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