Need help buying a Nikon Lens !?

Question

I need a good, not too expensive lens for a Nikon D200 I will be shooting weddings, portraits (I'm not a pro i just do it for my friends) or if someone can give a link where I can do some research. I also like to take lots of pix when I travel with my kids. Or if anyone have one for sale (I Live in So. California by Disneyland) Thanks for any advice you guys can provide.

Answer 1

the standard lens that comes with most SLRs is about a 18-55 mm believe. This is best for portraits and weddings. Its wide and newer ones let in plenty of light in low light conditions. It's also probably the least expensive lens also. So if you don't already have it, get it

Answer 2

You didn't tell us what lenses you have already.

I shoot a lot of events and use a 24-85 mm f/2.8~4 and a 24-70 mm f/2.8.  Either one would be suitable for shooting weddings, I would suspect ...  and of course a nice flash like a SB600 or SB800.

My guess is you might want to have your "friends" give you an honorarium so you can afford to buy more equipment for your adventures in wedding photography