I generally like Jason’s approach to photography kit. He’s honest — sometimes brutally so — and has no qualms with telling you to shoot with the kit that works best for you.

So when Jason says Sony’s recently announced 85mm f/1.4 GM lens is the better lens, I trust him. After all, it is $500 USD ($800 CDN!) more than the f/1.8 Zeiss Batis lens. Of course the more expensive lens is a better lens.

The real question comes down to value. And if this comparison proves anything, it would be how well the Batis 85mm f/1.8 performs. The Batis is no slouch, and I think I prefer the colour and contrast of the Batis more than the smooth bokeh and extra light in the Sony GM lens.

Jaclyn needed some photos for an internship project recently, so we whipped out the studio lights, reflector, and new lens for a test run.

Of the endless list of photography aspects I want to learn, food photography is near the top. Turns out you need a lot more equipment than I originally guessed.

Quick Info Tidbit: Jaclyn says the above foods are high in phosphorus. Our bodies need phosphorus to survive, but even a normal diet provides more than enough phosphorus for our needs. Those individuals with kidney disease, however, may find they need to control their phosphorus levels.