Shoot Your Shot Photography Podcast

The best wedding lenses 2025 ranked


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Lindsay and Tim explore the world of wedding photography lenses, ranking various Nikkor lenses based on their performance and suitability for wedding photography. The ranking covers a huge range of lenses, from the high-end 58mm F0.95 Noct to the versatile 70-200mm F2.8, providing insights into their strengths and weaknesses for wedding photographers. There is an emphasize the importance of choosing the right lens for specific scenarios, making this episode a valuable resource for both aspiring and experienced photographers. Tim and Lindsay also share personal anecdotes and insights from their experiences in the field, making it a rich resource for both aspiring and seasoned photographers.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the S Tier Lens Ranking

02:58 Understanding the S Tier Concept
05:43 Ranking Wedding Lenses: The Nikkor Series
08:22 Exploring the 58mm F0.95 Noct Lens
11:24 The Versatility of the 85mm F1.8 Lens
14:12 The 24-50mm F4-6.3: A Beginner's Lens
17:01 The 17-28mm F2.8: A New Favorite
19:49 The 24mm F1.8: A Solid Choice
22:42 The 135mm F1.8: A Portrait Lens
25:47 The 70-200mm F2.8: The Wedding Photographer's Go-To
28:24 The 50mm F1.8: A Must-Have Lens
31:15 The 180-600mm F5.6-6.3: Not for Weddings
34:10 The 24-120mm F4: A Versatile Option
37:14 The 800mm F6.3: A Specialized Lens
47:53 Creative Wedding Ideas
51:03 Gear Acquisition Syndrome
51:26 The 28mm F2.8 Lens Discussion
53:33 Comparing Focal Lengths
54:29 Client Interactions and Podcast Insights
55:12 The 85mm Lens Debate
57:16 Control Rings and Their Usefulness
58:32 The Importance of Quality Glass
59:50 Weight Considerations in Lenses
59:58 The 85mm 1.2 S Lens Evaluation
01:00:54 The 35mm Lens Discussion
01:03:23 The 14-24mm Lens Review
01:05:33 The 100-400mm Lens for Wildlife
01:06:49 The Versatility of the 24-70mm Lens
01:09:07 The 50mm Lens Comparisons
01:10:33 The 51.4mm Lens Evaluation
01:12:45 The 51.2mm Lens Discussion
01:16:02 The 35mm F1.4 Lens Review
01:17:13 The 50mm Macro Lens Discussion
01:21:02 The 35mm F1.8 Lens Evaluation
01:23:59 The 40mm F2 Lens Review
01:27:17 The 28-75mm F2.8 Lens Discussion

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