D50 50mm 1.8 over 18/55 kit lens?

[matt s.]

After browsing here and much research i have decided on a SLR instead of a p&s. I want the D50 (my first still cam ever) would you get the 50mm 1.8 over the kit lens as your first lens? i really know nothing aout mm distances etc escept that 50-55 is considered normal anything below is wide and above is tele. but ive like the photos i have seen with this lens (portraits s,still life,nature etc) and i t seems like a bargain?

would anyone consider buying a refurbished D50? ive read some things that warn they may have high shutter operation but i dont see why nikon would refurb and leave a mechanically failing shutter in there?

thanks for any info

[Chris Messineo]

I have the 18-55mm kit lens and I also have a Nikon 50mm 1.4 lens.

However, the lens I use the most is my Nikon 85mm 1.8.

If I were you and could only pick one lens, I would start with the kit lens as it will give you the most flexibility.

Chris

[Don Tucci]

Pro use the50mm 1.8 ,grab shots and fun use the 18-55 .

[matt s.]

thanks i think i will get both for starters.

[Jeremy Ordan]

Get the kit lens if you can only get one to start. The 1.8 is great to add from there, especially since it's only $100.

-Jeremy

[Drew]

Maybe(?) a little late, but I'd suggest you skip the kit lens and go with the 50. You'll learn to see better. Get a zoom later.

Henri Cartier-Bresson shot with only a 50mm on his rangefinder.