Is this a good lense for taking upclose pictures for portraits in an indoor setting with poor lighting
2059965
With the newer camera bodies that can shoot at 2000 ISO or above and still give good resolution ( I have a Canon 70D), it works very well.
2059966
You bet your Canon! The focal range allows wide angle for groups... Up to short tele for portraits.
2059967
The lens has a maximum aperture of f4, if the lighting is really poor, a lens with a maximum f2.8 or 1.4 would give more flexibility. This is a nice lens and good for portraits but a prime ens may be better in there circumstances. I use a 50mm f1.4
2059968
It is an excellent lens for close ups and distances when there is good light environment, but not for low light situations, unless you have a flash. For indoors would be better a f/2.8 lens or less (f/1.2 or 1.4).
2059969
No. You will want a fast lens that is f/2.8. This lens is good with adequate lighting, and yes good for close ups. But if the lighting is poor, any f/4 lens is not good for it. Though this lens is nicely priced, you may want to look at the 24-70 f/2.8, or a prime lens.
1429330
I think it would work great for that. The optics are amazing...I took it on a safari and got some amazing photos. The only concern I could potentially see you having is the stop if you are shooting indoors. They make one that opens up further, however it is nearly double the price. I don't typically shoot low light, so I can't give you any advice here. I found it to be a pretty incredible lens.
1241571
Its a great all around lense. It produces very sharp images. Portrait shots will definatelly come out crisp but keep in kind that its a 70-300 lense, therefore; distance may be an issue when trying to shoot indoors.
1398788
It is a great lens for portraits. That's what I primarily use it for. Another good option is an 85mm.
1858499
Yeah buying a zoom lens for indoor low light shooting is where photography starts to become expensive. Canon's 70-200 f2.8L is over a thousand dollars, so depending on how far away from the subject you are, I'd suggest a prime lens at any one of several focal lengths offered at apertures of f1.4, f1.8, or f2.8. I've personally had great success using the 50mm f1.8, but since you're asking about telephoto zoom lenses, it seems you might need a little more reach. The Canon 200mm f2.8L lists for $750, and the 100mm f2 is about $400, and that's about the same price as the 85mm f1.8. So it depends on your needs pretty much.
2188337
I use it at f8 because at that value is sharp, and for that you need a lot of light( daylight, sun). Not good for indoor/night photos. Also if you want to take sharp pictures of moving targets its not recomended, for that you need a lot of light OR a lens who is sharp at low f OR a camera with low noise at high iso.
496027
I understand your situation, but for shooting indoor sports the wider aperture is the way to go. Save up for the 200mm telephoto. It's a great lens and considerably less expensive than something like a 70-200 IS ii.
2000790
This is an excellent prime lense that you can use for portrait work with pleasing results. It is also an excellent lense that you can use for landscape photos as well as low light photos without a flash.
2020396
I have only used it in low light conditions at home, it takes decent pictures.
2256205
I use it on the North Shore of O'ahu for surfing pics. It is perhaps the most widely used lens there. Works great in sunny conditions, but tends to struggle when it's overcast as it is only an F5.6. If you plan on using it for indoor sports, it is not "good". It is OK at best.
94148
It is a fast lens for sure. Great for poor lighting enviornments, but if course the cost is that it has a fixed focal length at 50mm so no ability to zoom in or out. It takes great portrait shots though. I would definitely recommend it!
2280342
Depends on the lens you're using and regardless of that, you should always be using flash indoors. The image will be grainy otherwise. So yes, that's normal.
1185802
Yes. This is my "go-to" lens for landscape and close-quarters indoor work with the D700 and D800E. The only precaution I can think of is that it will block the built-in flash on these cameras at wider angles.
1813089
This isn't a professional lens by any means but if you're taking photos in a well lit space or outside it should be more than adequate. The more you zoom in with this lens the more it limits light reception, so not the best lens for poor lighting conditions. Until you're willing to spend in the $1000's there aren't many other options. Disclaimer; I'm not a professional photographer...just a hobbyist.
1186461
I use this lens primarily for architectural photos. But I imagine it would be ok. It's not the fastest lens in its class, so if stopping action in low light is an issue, you may want to consider that.
1709380
It's a solid lens with good range. If you plan on using it outside, then the lighting should be ample to take the type of shots you're seeking. I have found that indoor shooting is not its strength. But the shots I've gotten are clear and I've been pleased with it. The additional range has come in handy.
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Yes it is a good lense. I have the 35mm as we'll. if you are going to be taking more picture inside than out, I would go with the 35mm. If more outside then the 50mm. Both do an excellent job.