Nikon AF-S DX 35mm f1.8G Lens

[Christoph]

Hi

Have not been into photography for long, still learning the basics. I currently own a Nikon D90 with 70-300mm and and 18-105mm lenses.
Have just moved and we are now close to a river and I would like to get shots of kingfishers and otters which we have seen. I was thinking of buying the Nikon AF-S DX 35mm f1.8G lens which would hopefully be used for close ups of the grandchildren as well. Please could anyone advise if they think this is a good lens for the above, especially the wildlife as I can get pretty close to the subjects using a hide. Thanks for any views. Chris

 

[dandeakin]

It would be an exceptional lens for the grandchildren, but I suspected would be far too wide for kingfishers (unless you were sat literally next to one). Try out the 35mm focal length on your existing zoom to see how close you would have to be.

 

[TCR4x4]

As above, perfect for grand kids, pretty much unsuitable for wildlife unless they are sat on your hand.