which focal length for nice portraits

[aizan]

don't plan on using a rangefinder for headshots. use an slr instead, preferably medium format. rangefinders are great for environmental portraits, though. anything from 28mm to 50mm is good. it's just a matter of personal taste and budget.

 

[fwellers]

No shortage of great ... and varied advice here 🙂.

Thanks much. I'll be reading this thread over, more than once before I make my decisions.

 

[gavinlg]

35mm and 50mm lenses are my fave for portraits. I don't get along with longer lenses, takes the people out of their environment and makes it boring and cliche. imo.