lens size
Dec 9, 2016 16:55:28 #
xman222 wrote:
The Tamron 70-300 Di VC (USD) is actually 4-5.6 (not 4.5-5.6 right?)
Although not being a very fast lens, I find it shoots VERY sharp wide open at all settings except at 70mm, where it's a bit soft. But it should be a good boat lens.
But for less than $500 you can't beat it.
I actually juggle between this lens and my Tamron 70-200 DI VC USD selling for $1,200.00, which has its own limitations at 200mm.
Although not being a very fast lens, I find it shoots VERY sharp wide open at all settings except at 70mm, where it's a bit soft. But it should be a good boat lens.
But for less than $500 you can't beat it.
I actually juggle between this lens and my Tamron 70-200 DI VC USD selling for $1,200.00, which has its own limitations at 200mm.
I didn't dig out the lens to check, but the literature that is in my desk says "SP70-300mm F/4 - 5.6 Di VC USD Model A005 for Nikon/Canon. I'm quite happy with the lens; it gives me the "extra reach" for those situations when my kit lens Canon 18-135 mm just isn't long enough for on the water work and birds, although I'm not "a birder". I don't find the f4 -5.6 to be a problem, I just increase the ISO when I need more light. I haven't noticed any softness at the low end, but I think I can detect it near the 300 mm so I try to remember to limit myself to about 250mm. If I forget and the shot is fuzzy, my consolution is that it was too far away anyway do maybe don't enlarge it as much. For the price difference, it's great. I probably couldn't do any better with Canon lens anyway with the boat 'a rockin' and rollin'.
Dec 10, 2016 09:19:02 #
gst6814 wrote:
Hello out there; I,m a Newby to this site, and was... (show quote)
Firstly, the word "preferred" invites a number of variables:
Preferred in terms of what? Best images? Least weight? Ease of use? (you probably already have that).Lowest cost to best result?
For best result and affordability I would suggest a Sigma contemporary 150-600mm. My only concernwould be whether or not the D3300 would be able to autofocus above 400 mm since the lens is at f6.3 near 600mm. You would need to find a camera store that has one and try it out.
Dec 10, 2016 09:50:08 #
Of course if cost is no object, the 600mm f4 nikkor vr would give you the best reach, but at almost $10,000....
And at f4 would definitely work with the d3300.
And at f4 would definitely work with the d3300.
Dec 10, 2016 11:01:38 #
Thanks for the reply, and I thought of another question. Would it probably be better to shoot with a smaller lens at higher shutter speed and enlarge it somewhat? This might get a less blurred or cleaner end result? I used to try this with my 35mm pentax before I went digital. I realize I may have to try a different approach if I dont have enough magnifyication. Thanks for your thoughts,
Dec 10, 2016 11:37:59 #
gst6814, YES, shooting with a good lens and cropping it later is a very good option.
As has already been stated elsewhere, this will actually result in a much sharper image than using a $500.00 tele-converter. (I've seen the difference)
300mm is the longest I own and I have some very good, tack-sharp images resulting from a cropped exposure.
Of course, you have to start with a good lens either way.
As has already been stated elsewhere, this will actually result in a much sharper image than using a $500.00 tele-converter. (I've seen the difference)
300mm is the longest I own and I have some very good, tack-sharp images resulting from a cropped exposure.
Of course, you have to start with a good lens either way.
Dec 10, 2016 12:03:11 #
Dec 10, 2016 20:40:28 #
Djedi wrote:
Of course if cost is no object, the 600mm f4 nikkor vr would give you the best reach, but at almost $10,000....
And at f4 would definitely work with the d3300.
And at f4 would definitely work with the d3300.
I really like my 600mm f5.6 nikkor show in my avitar. Tt is only 6lbs and nice and sharp even wide open. there about $1400 used for one in EC. The weight actually allows you to hand hold it at slower speeds than you would expect. With practice I can get good focused shots with even birds in flight on my Df body using a 1.2x multiplier, viewfinder.
Dec 11, 2016 10:16:03 #
Thanks for the answers folks, as you can see I have a lot to learn about this subject and feel that the people with experience not trying to be my salesman will steer my boat safely. so to speak?
I also am contemplating a 1.3x multiplyier , its Nikons III series, to use with the 18-300mm af Nikkor lens to get more magnification, and option.. Any drawbacks here other than its another lens to carry, and will reduce my light some? I,m not sure the auto function will operate as well as the lens, but the sales info that ive read says its compatible. If needed I can supply the readers more numbers of the lenses for a better answer.......
I,might be wrong in this assumption but it seems like at about 300mm the lenses jump dramatically in price, have higher f stops, and are less available. Is this at about the limit of magnification thats practical for the general user? and or getting away from what is easily produced and marketed> or both? Your comments will be read and evaluated. thanks gst.
I also am contemplating a 1.3x multiplyier , its Nikons III series, to use with the 18-300mm af Nikkor lens to get more magnification, and option.. Any drawbacks here other than its another lens to carry, and will reduce my light some? I,m not sure the auto function will operate as well as the lens, but the sales info that ive read says its compatible. If needed I can supply the readers more numbers of the lenses for a better answer.......
I,might be wrong in this assumption but it seems like at about 300mm the lenses jump dramatically in price, have higher f stops, and are less available. Is this at about the limit of magnification thats practical for the general user? and or getting away from what is easily produced and marketed> or both? Your comments will be read and evaluated. thanks gst.
Dec 12, 2016 09:42:47 #
And to further beg of some honest replys, another Q? Is the wide angle of the 18-300mm nikon lens going to adversely affect the performance of the 1.4x (typo error above?) teleconverter? I see most users state that they use a more common 70-200-250 lens in the comments section about customer reviews. Any info on this will help as Christmas is coming! Thanks gst.
Dec 12, 2016 11:21:46 #
LFingar wrote:
Did I oversleep again? Is it April 1st already?
Everyone has a learning curve. You had one once too. >Alan
Dec 12, 2016 11:23:29 #
Dec 12, 2016 12:19:49 #
gst6814 wrote:
And to further beg of some honest replys, another Q? Is the wide angle of the 18-300mm nikon lens going to adversely affect the performance of the 1.4x (typo error above?) teleconverter? I see most users state that they use a more common 70-200-250 lens in the comments section about customer reviews. Any info on this will help as Christmas is coming! Thanks gst.
Recheck the Nikon teleconverter compatibility chart. The Nikkor 18-300mm lens will not mount to any Nikon TC.
Dec 12, 2016 15:47:20 #
aellman wrote:
Everyone has a learning curve. You had one once too. >Alan
Ah, No... Everyone STILL has a learning curve. The fact that you learn something does NOT eliminate or modify your learning curve. Only increases your knowledge of said subject. Your learning curve remains pretty much unchanged.
Dec 12, 2016 19:19:12 #
Thanks for the answer, I will recheck the lens to see if it will fit........ anyway it seems as though this forum is a whipping post used by wanna be pros that never made it in the big league! some of you wanto help, but by reading a lot of comments waay too much infighting goes on.
Sorry but you got to walk before you can run. I dont feel this place has room for me in your little club. I won't bother you anymore.
Sorry but you got to walk before you can run. I dont feel this place has room for me in your little club. I won't bother you anymore.
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