how is this lens?

[boominrick]

how is this lens? Nikon 50mm f/1.8D AF Nikkor Lens

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Nikon-AF-Nikkor-Lens-50MMLENS/sem/rpsm/oid/144803/catOid/-13066/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

would it be good for taking close up pics? like something that is close to me?

im new to this so im not sure


thanks in advance

ricky

[jcon]

Thats a great lens and is one every Nikon owner should have. Its a steal at around $100. Its very sharp and crisp and focuses very fast. As for close up pictures, what exactly do you mean? Its not a macro lens, its more of a portrait lens.

At around $100, why not?


EDIT* What camera do you currently have or plan to get?

[rawpaw18]

Ricky,
This is a lens that is a no-brainer, but as Jason said it is not a macro, which is the impression I am getting from your other posts that you might be looking for.

[shoeytennis]

duh, go buy it liek right this second. it is br far my favorite lens/

[jcon]

duh, go buy it liek right this second. it is br far my favorite lens/

It all depends on the OP's needs, if he/she is looking for a macro, then maybe something else would be benefitial.

[boominrick]

i dont have the camera yet i just bought it on ebay, its a nikon d50. it comes with the kit lens, but i figure i should start looking for more lenses.

what would be the best lens to shoot cars at car shows and stuff like that?

[jcon]

I would suggest shooting with the kit lens for now to see exactly what range you like to shoot. Its better to wait and buy a lens youll need and use as apposed to throwing money down on a lens now that you wont need.