will this lens take 4or5 people up close
1354146
It depends on how close you're talking about. 17mm isn't extremely wide like say a 10mm but it should unless you're standing really close to them. With any focal length running in that range you're still apt to get the occasional focal distortion such as rounded edges. To me it's still maybe my favorite lens that I've ever owned.
736773
I did use this lens for my grandson's graduation - when he was on stage, under lighting, got some good shots. But I use the 85mm f/1.8 for most school events. I would think you would want at least 2.8 for most events.
1242033
it will work yes, but it is a rather heavy lens if you don't mind lugging it around you will get great photos - i use it for live music - great in low light situations
1833850
I have limited experience shooting weddings, but it's usually best/ideal to carry two bodies, one with a wide angle and one with a zoom. So yes, if I were shooting a wedding, I would want this lens. But I would use a 70-200 more. The only real drawback is that if you're shooting inside with ambient light, the f4 maximum aperture won't perform as well as a more expensive 1.8 or 2.8. That means high ISOs, long shutter speeds, etc. Outdoors it's golden.
548769
Yes Karl, This lens is amazing. You can see some of my photos that were taken with this lens on my page @ https://www.flickr.com/photos/123197757@N06/Good Luck,Matt K.
236867
Of course, it will. And you get the best part of the lens...the middle and you won't vignetting problems. If you plan to go back to Full Frame don't waste too much money on DX lens. This lens is the equivalent of the $1250 16-35mm f/4 except for VR. It is one of those rare gems that outperforms it's price point if you don't need to shoot handheld in low light where the 16-35mm give f/1.4 equivalent shutter speeds at f/4 DOF.
1019998
I use this lense on a canon t3i. It is great for shots that are in closed space of 10 to 15 feet. This allows for close ups of their faces within this distance or a wider pictures.
1287965
This lens is fixed at 50mm so you zoom in and out by walking closer or farther from your subject. This lens is good for low light without having to slow your shutter speed which causes blur if people are moving. Idea for low lit rooms like wedding receptions and parties.
293370
I really would not use this lens to take photos of people unless you are taking a photo of a large group and need to get them all in
1849073
A fantastic prime lens. Super crisp even in the corners. Depends upon how big of a group and what the perspective is. I would typically use a longer lens for most wedding group shots. Something like 35mm prime or the 16-35mm L2.8. I think the 14mm is a killer lens, but probably not the lens that i would use for group shots usually.
2069808
this is a great lens, and with the 1.8 aperture, it really does low light well. However, its not going to do very well at group pictures because it can't go very wide. If you are trying to do group photos at a wedding, looking at a 35mm 1.8 or a 50mm 1.8.
784514
Yes, this lens is top of the line. Beautiful results. Keep in mind its 85mm its not a long lens but its not short, a 50mm is perfect indoors. I use my 85 for tight portraits. here's my image taken with my 85mm 1.2 http://500px.com/photo/27766557.
1270621
This is enough zoom if you are on the bleachers watching your child play. Not enough zoom if you are on the stands at a big stadium. This lens is higher quality than either 18-55 or 55-200.
1025742
This is a wide angle lens intended for taking pics of scenery and architecture. It's not optimal for taking pictures of people, but at 22mm it is capable without a doubt.
1796673
I'd put it in the 1.4 group... I love this lens. Tact sharp and can focus up close to your subject.
1038339
It's not quite large, it works fine for 3-4 people. Not quite sure about five or more people.
1981465
Yes it will. This lens is a full frame lens. It's also very sharp and is my all around lens at this time.