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Old 10-27-2009, 01:57 AM
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I recently picked up a 35 1.8 for my D90. All I can say is that I knew in my head that large open app's would give very shallow DOF's but knowing and putting it in practice are two different things. I think I'm going to like this lens.

1.Budding Glory

2.Creamy
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Old 10-27-2009, 02:00 AM
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Really nice shots...I especially like the first one.
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Old 10-27-2009, 02:01 AM
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Nice shots, questor! 1.8 gives you, and HAS give you, excellent bokeh. Very nice shots! ...and welcome to DPS! Looking forward to more.

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Old 10-27-2009, 02:02 AM
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And well you should....those are marvelous shots, crystal clear with great bokeh.
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Old 10-27-2009, 02:04 AM
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Thanks folks, I'm looking forward to learning to use this lens to it's full extent.
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Old 10-27-2009, 02:57 AM
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Very nice shots. Good luck with your new lens and I hope you have lots of fun putting it to practice!
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Old 10-27-2009, 03:12 AM
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Nothing to complain about your new lens! These are great! Thanks for sharing!
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Old 10-27-2009, 03:59 AM
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Nice work. The 35 1.8 is amazing. I love mine.
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Old 10-27-2009, 06:10 AM
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Two very beautiful captures here Questor. Thankyou for sharing.
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