Comments on: Photography Q&A, What gear do you use?

By: Jon

Jon — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 08:57:19 +0000

Hi Michelle

Another question if I may.

I ended up buying a Sigma 50mm 1.4 to replace my Canon 50mm 1.4 and I must say that it tack sharp even wide open, very pleased with it.

Q) I’d value your thoughts on what my next lens should be, mega fast one. I currently picture loads of kids and families outdoors, I use a – 5Dii with:
- 24-70 2.8
- 70-200 2.8
- 85mm 1.8
- 50mm 1.4

I’d like to something that gives me some dreamy bokeh, the 2.8 zooms are great and I’m liking the Sigma 50mm. But I’d like to get one of the following, what would you suggest:
- Canon 50mm 1.2
- Canon 35mm 1.4
- Canon 85mm 1.2

I’m thinking the 85mm 1.2 as it just looks superb, maybe a 35mm 1.4 as well.

Do you have any samples of your pictures shot with these particular lenses? That would be great to see some.

I do shoot weddings as well, with my FF 5Dii woiuld you get 85mm 1.2 and/or 35mm 1.4 ??

My portfolio is here: http://www.mumuphotography.com

Appreciate your thoughts on this matter. Amazing work Michelle, very inspirational.

Cheers from the UK
Jon
jon@mumuphotography.com

By: Michelle Moore

Michelle Moore — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 14:48:55 +0000

Hope, our book list is on this page http://michellemooreblog.com/gear Have a fun trip! Thanks for stopping by :)

By: Hope

Hope — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 13:14:17 +0000

Thanks for all the great info! You are truly inspiring. I looked at this post before and thought you had a list of books you recommended. Do you still have that list somewhere? I’m looking for a good read for an upcoming plane ride. Thanks!

By: Michelle Moore

Michelle Moore — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:22:52 +0000

Pleasant, I can’t find where I answered this before, but my general rule of thumb is White for summer, Gold for winter! I don’t ever use the silver side. Thanks for stopping by!

By: Pleasant Vonnoh

Pleasant Vonnoh — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:07:41 +0000

This may be a silly question but do prefer to use the gold, silver or white side of the reflector, when you use it. Or does it depend on the situation? Thanks for all your tips. I love visiting your website!

By: Becca

Becca — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:26:00 +0000

Thanks for this post!

By: Michelle Moore

Michelle Moore — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:10:49 +0000

Thanks Matt! While I DO use a Photoflex reflector, it was *not* used in the shots above :)

By: Matthew Alvarado

Matthew Alvarado — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:51:49 +0000

Michelle! I love the new blog. You are always an inspiration to me, even from the first time I saw your portraits.. YEARS ago. :)

Just so you readers know, and correct me if I am wrong Michelle, the portraits above that Michelle shot were all backlit. If you are wondering why there aren’t any of those nasty shadows on the subjects face and why the background isn’t “blown” out, the answer lies with the Photoflex 42″ Reflector and proper exposures. It is a wonderful light shaping tool and probably essential if your going to be shooting portraits in the sun!

By: Kristie

Kristie — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:30:09 +0000

Fantastic post!! Thank you for sharing!! I loved your article on finding the best light and I am excited to check out Glazer’s camera since I just moved to the northwest!!

By: Lyssa Hilde

Lyssa Hilde — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 15:19:24 +0000

Do you use any flash attatchments at all?? I just ordered the 580ex ii because I tend to do alot of indoor shooting (it’s winter in northern Minnesota). You’re photos are truly amazing and one-of-kind!!