60MM macro?

[TeriD]

I have the 60MM macro and I was just reading that this lens is also a good portrait lens, now I also have the 50 1.8mm. Is the 50 or 60 a better lens to use for portraits?

[AirBrontosaurus]

They're both good. The 50mm f/1.8 is going to have more DOF control (f/1.8 vs f/2.8 ), but in all reality they'll be about the same.

The 60mm will be much sharper, but that isn't always a good thing for portraits. It makes even tiny imperfections in the skin show up really well.

The 60mm has better build, MUCH better AF, and will look/feel more professional. Results wise, you're going to be happy with either.

[TeriD]

Thanks Chris, since im use to my 50mm i'll stick with my 60mm for macro only and the 50mm for portraits.

[photobitz]

One other thing... Not sure how many aperture blades the 60mm has, but you'll find all the out-of-focus highlights will show as crude pentagon shapes with the 50mm 1.8 because it only has 5 aperture blades. Just something to consider...

[wuwujohn]

the canon 100mm f/2.8 macro is an excellent portrait lens too! also, one the best macro lens, for it's price.