Prime Lens: 35mm or 50mm?
I just ordered a new Pentax K10D kit.
I'm planning on getting a fast prime lens for it some time soon.
A 50mm f/1.8 lens goes for around $200 (I think the f/1.4 isn't much more), while the 35mm f/2 is about $300.
For me, a fast lens is especially attractive for low-light indoor work. I'm wondering if I will be too limited by the effective 75mm length of the 50mm lens and would be better suited with the ~50mm effective of the 35. Indoors, its much easier to get closer than it is to back farther away.
I suppose it would be no contest if the 35mm didn't cost 50% more. So bottom line, is it worth it? What are your experiences with these types of lenses?
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