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They're generally more expensive, but help with getting warped, discolored edges on pics

Never mind not what i want then lol
For general portrait use and taking photos what would you think is better 50mm Macro vs 50mm 1.4 ?

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Never mind not what i want then lol
For general portrait use and taking photos what would you think is better 50mm Macro vs 50mm 1.4 ?

If you are looking for background blur with any lights in the bacground to appear as smooth round points of light, then the 1.4. If you want exremely sharp, not necessary flattering, then the macro will work.

Personally, I like using an 85mm, and I use the 1.8 and make sure to get close to the and leave a lot of distance to any objects behind them. I also like to make sure that they have a background that contrasts with their hair, and I like to get a light source behind them that highlights the hair. The lighting is more important than the lens to me.