faster lens or flash?

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  • 07-01-2009, 08:02 PM
    maharreybe
    faster lens or flash?
    so i am trying to decide on getting a faster lens (specifically a sigma 18-50mm f2.8) or a sb-600 flash for my nikon d90. i already have the 18-55mm kit, 55-200mm f3.5-5.6, and 50mm f1.8. my wife and i are having a baby this month and i would like to add to my arsenal something that will enhance my ability to shoot my new son (in both formal and informal settings)

    any ideas/suggestions? i am really torn!
  • 07-01-2009, 09:37 PM
    Dallas J
    Re: faster lens or flash?
    Flash is cheaper and youll have it forever.

    Plus sometimes you just need a fill
  • 07-01-2009, 10:13 PM
    Frog
    Re: faster lens or flash?
    Sometimes the flash is what you need and sometimes a lens would be better.

    I would also say to remember that you can really push the iso on that D90.
    Look at the last pics in this thread at iso 2000.
    http://forums.photographyreview.com/...ad.php?t=55805

    And welcome to the forums! Stick around and show us your stuff!