The best wedding lenses 2025 ranked

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. Want us to feature your question, photography story, or industry hot take on an episode? Send us a DM, voice note, or video on instagram @TheShootYourShotPodcast. Your privacy is important to us. If you want to remain anonymous just let us know :) Sign up with Imagen AI to streamline your photo editing and get 1500 edits free! Sign up below for this rad AF offer: https://tinyurl.com/mt46dz6n Become an IG reel-creating machine with Social Templates! with Promo code: LINDSAY. socialtemplates.co/lindsay 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