I’ve gotten a few questions lately about the gear I use, so I thought I’d write a quick post about what I have and what I use most often. Onward!
NIKON D600: My primary body is the Nikon D600 which is a full frame camera. I’ve been dedicated to the Nikon family since I started shooting so when it came time to make the switch to full frame, the choice was clear!
NIKON D7000: The D7000 is the younger sister of the D600 – I shot with this camera for about 2 years and it never failed me! I love it. Now, it’s my backup camera at weddings just in case something goes awry. It is not full frame.
85 MM 1.4: The 85 is my favorite portrait lens. It is a prime lens, which means that it is made of glass and has a fixed focal length (does not zoom.) I usually take the 85 and the 50 with me on portrait sessions. I also use it for wedding ceremony and reception shots. Here’s an example of a shot with my 85:
50 MM 1.4: The 50 is my other go-to lens. It is prime, but at 50 it is slightly more “zoomed out” than the 85. I use it primarily for portraits that include interesting surroundings and group photos. 50 MM lenses are the “standard” lens for most cameras, and if you are a beginner looking to take your game up a level, GET A 50! It will change the way you shoot. Here’s an example of a shot with a 50:
35 MM 1.8: The 35 is yet another prime in my set-up, though I rarely use it. It provides an even more zoomed out focal point, but at 1.8 it’s capable of letting in less light than my 1.4’s.
Epiphanie Bag: My bright yellow bag is not your average ugly camera bag…check out Epiphanie‘s gorgeous and stylish options! I love my bag because it’s comfortable, and it also helps new clients find me when we meet to shoot! 🙂
In short, I shoot NIKON and I shoot with PRIMES (for dreamy DOF and bokeh.)
Got questions? Let’s get talkin!
Ya, I have the 50mm 1.4 that would work with the full frame, I just can’t decide if it is worth it to go full frame or invest in a 24-70mm 2.8. Too many choices and not enough cash! haha 🙂
I actually think the two images in the blog post were shot on my D7000.
Thanks Danielle! My 35 does not work on the D600, so if you’re considering an upgrade make sure that your lenses are compatible! I usually keep my 35 on my D7000 body and use my 85 and 50 on the D600. I think upgrading to full frame is awesome, but it doesn’t drastically affect your images. For me, I just notice a little more “space” around the edges of my photos, like there is more information packed into the photo than there was with a D7000..I know that’s very not-concrete, but I guess that’s what I like about it.
Love your work! I have been thinking about upgrading from my D7000 to an intro full frame. Do you see much difference between the d7000 and d600? Also, are you able to shoot with the 35mm on your D600 seeing it is a DX lens? Thanks!