Best Portrait Lens

[Digital Dude]

Keep in mind that shorter lenses can be good too...

Again, 35mm lux asph

Not necessarily a fair comparison since this subject would likely look great with any lens on any camera.😀
Regards,

 

[Nando]

I have a Helios 85/f1.5 for my Pentax but I rarely use it. I really like my CV 75/f2.5 Heliar. However, I use my 50 Summitar the most just because of convenience. If I'm using my M3, the Summitar is usually attached to it. I find it a very versatile lens and it is great for portraits.

M3 + Summitar

 

[harmsr]

Depending on how close I want to get, how much background to include, how much detail in the face to show while still being flattering,and how I want the OOF area, my choices are the 50 Lux ASPH, or the current 90 2.8 Elmarit.

This is what I also liked & still do on film, I adjust my positioning for the crop.

Basically, you really need to tell us what look you like in a portrait and how you compose it for a good suggestion from us.

Best,

Ray