Is the NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED Lens really worth $1,700?

I shoot most of my work with my Nikkor 50mm 1.8 lens and I love to shoot fashion, studio work, and street photography. I heard a lot of photographers use 24-70mm lenses. But will I really see a big difference in my photos?

Only if you need a fast lens that has those focal lengths.

I have the following lenses and All of them are worth the cost to me because without them, I could not accept the assignments I get.

14-24 mm f/2.8, 24-70 f/2.8, 70-200 mm f/2.8, 200 mm f/2.0, 200-400 mm f/4.0 and 300 mm f/2.8 From time to time also rent a 400 mm f/2.8 and 600 mm f/4.0 Those two lenses are far too expensive for me to make the investment. The cost of those two lenses exceed $24,000 and I can't imagine a time when I would be able to produce enough income to buy them outright.

The lenses you own, for the most part will NOT show a big difference in your photo quality… They just extend the number of subject possibilities.

The 14-24 mm lens is the one I use when shooting landscapes and architecture
The 24-70 mm is used when shooting both fashion and some sports like basketball
The 70-200 mm lens is used when shooting runway fashion, field sports like football, soccer and baseball
The 200 mm and 300 mm lenses are used when shooting football for the most part
The 200-400 mm lens I use when shooting hockey, football, soccer and basketball. (When shooting basketball, I use two camera bodies, one for shooting cross court and the other for shooting baseline shots.

As you can see, each of the lenses has a specific use. If you are unsure of the value of the 24-70 mm lens, rent one for a few days when you are shooting in the studio or fashion. I'm sure you will see the benefit of owning that lens. You can still use your 50mm. The advantage of the zoom is you won't have to walk back and forth more often just to get the right frame. Your photos will remain the same no matter what.

You can still use your 50mm. The advantage of the zoom is you won't have to walk back and forth more often just to get the right frame. Your photos will remain the same no matter what.