GH13 Recommendation for new lens

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RKPEAGLE

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Hey everyone,

As of now I have the 20mm and a 50mm and I'm looking for something in the middle of those two and can't make up my mind between the:

Vivitar 28mm 2.0
Nikkor 35mm 2.0
Nikon 35mm 1.8 DX
Cannon FD 35mm 2.0 (What price do these generally run? I found one on ebay for $290)
Super Takumar 35mm 2.0

What do you guys recommend for me to get? My shoots generally consist of interviews, scripted videos for various clients, and the occasional wedding. I am aware of there being faster 35mm lenses then the ones I listed but I'm content with a f-stop of 2.0. I am open to suggestions on any other 35mm lenses that I did not list. These are just the ones I stumbled upon on my research and I'm trying to stay in the price range of $400 or less.
 
Between the two 35mm nikon, I would strongly advise you to go for the 35mm 2.0 instead of the 1.8 DX. It's of a much better construction.
Look for a manual version on eBay, I got mine for ~$200 and it is perfect!
 
RKPEAGLE said:
Cannon FD 35mm 2.0 (What price do these generally run? I found one on ebay for $290)
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KEH has EX quality FD 35/2's in the $200- range, and KEH has a stellar reputation. They even have Nikon 35/1.4's as low as $275 in Ugly or Bargain condition, but their UG/BGN is as good as some people's MINT.
 
Oh just noticed this thread:

I have not used the 35mm 2.0 but do use the 35mm 1.8 DX. Its an amazing lens, its sharp with no choma at all apertures. But the most amazing thing is there is NO breathing what so ever. Here is a lens test video I did with it.

 
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