Choice of lens for Nikon D610 - 24-85VR or 24-120VR
Mar 16, 2018 09:37:04 #
This topic might have discussed before but I probably missed it.Going overseas to Europe in a couple of months and need an all around lens
to carry with me. My first choice is the Nikon 24-70 f2.8 but because of economic reason have decided to give some consideration to Nikon 24-85
or Nikon 24-120. Any thought/suggestions would be useful to help me make a decision. Thanks in advance.
to carry with me. My first choice is the Nikon 24-70 f2.8 but because of economic reason have decided to give some consideration to Nikon 24-85
or Nikon 24-120. Any thought/suggestions would be useful to help me make a decision. Thanks in advance.
Mar 16, 2018 10:14:10 #
Trustforce
Loc: Chicago, Illinois
go for the extra reach from the 24-120. It has VR and is a great walk-around lens for travel, weight and length is a lot less than the 24-70mm VR, at half the cost. The constant f4 throughout the focal range is a plus as well over the 24-85mm.
Mar 16, 2018 10:15:21 #
Mar 16, 2018 10:24:46 #
Trustforce
Loc: Chicago, Illinois
btw, not a huge difference with the 24-85 f3.5-4.5 as far as speed is concerned, but the extra 35 mm of telephoto capability is why the 24-120 is twice the price of the smaller lens. B&H has a refurbished 24-120mm for $599, vs $339 for a refurbished 24-85 f3.5-4.5. I don't have any data on the 24-85 f2.8-4.0 lens, but it is probably an older product lacking VR.
Mar 16, 2018 11:53:00 #
hollis wrote:
This topic might have discussed before but I probably missed it.Going overseas to Europe in a couple of months and need an all around lens
to carry with me. My first choice is the Nikon 24-70 f2.8 but because of economic reason have decided to give some consideration to Nikon 24-85
or Nikon 24-120. Any thought/suggestions would be useful to help me make a decision. Thanks in advance.
to carry with me. My first choice is the Nikon 24-70 f2.8 but because of economic reason have decided to give some consideration to Nikon 24-85
or Nikon 24-120. Any thought/suggestions would be useful to help me make a decision. Thanks in advance.
Both are very good lenses and I don't think you would be disappointed with either one. The 24-85mm is slightly faster on the short end and slightly slower on the long end. In addition to having a longer reach the 24-120mm has 9 aperture blades to the 24-85mm having 7 blades. The 24-85mm is smaller and lighter than the 24-120mm.
Whatever you decide, I'm sure you will be happy with your choice. Enjoy.
Mar 16, 2018 11:56:33 #
Thanks trustforce - I will consider the 24-120 and increase the shutter speed to compensate for the light situation.
Mar 16, 2018 11:59:12 #
Mar 16, 2018 11:59:41 #
Trustforce wrote:
btw, not a huge difference with the 24-85 f3.5-4.5 as far as speed is concerned, but the extra 35 mm of telephoto capability is why the 24-120 is twice the price of the smaller lens. B&H has a refurbished 24-120mm for $599, vs $339 for a refurbished 24-85 f3.5-4.5. I don't have any data on the 24-85 f2.8-4.0 lens, but it is probably an older product lacking VR.
You are correct about the 24-85mm f/2.8-4.0 lens. It is an older design that uses an aperture ring and does not have a SWM motor, but uses the camera's AF motor.
Mar 16, 2018 12:10:29 #
Mac wrote:
Both are very good lenses and I don't think you would be disappointed with either one. The 24-85mm is slightly faster on the short end and slightly slower on the long end. In addition to having a longer reach the 24-120mm has 9 aperture blades to the 24-85mm having 7 blades. The 24-85mm is smaller and lighter than the 24-120mm.
Whatever you decide, I'm sure you will be happy with your choice. Enjoy.
Whatever you decide, I'm sure you will be happy with your choice. Enjoy.
Would increasing the shutter speed on the 24-120 compensate for the low light? I had made the comment earlier but still ask the question
Thanks
Mar 16, 2018 12:17:08 #
hollis wrote:
Would increasing the shutter speed on the 24-120 compensate for the low light? I had made the comment earlier but still ask the question
Thanks
Thanks
I'm not sure what you mean, but to compensate for less light coming through the lens, you would need to slow the shutter speed so the shutter will remain open longer to allow more light in.
Mar 16, 2018 12:22:03 #
I'm not sure what you mean, but to compensate for less light coming through the lens, you would need to slow the shutter speed so the shutter will remain open longer to allow more light in.
You are correct.
Thanks
You are correct.
Thanks
Mar 16, 2018 12:37:26 #
hollis wrote:
This topic might have discussed before but I probably missed it.Going overseas to Europe in a couple of months and need an all around lens
to carry with me. My first choice is the Nikon 24-70 f2.8 but because of economic reason have decided to give some consideration to Nikon 24-85
or Nikon 24-120. Any thought/suggestions would be useful to help me make a decision. Thanks in advance.
to carry with me. My first choice is the Nikon 24-70 f2.8 but because of economic reason have decided to give some consideration to Nikon 24-85
or Nikon 24-120. Any thought/suggestions would be useful to help me make a decision. Thanks in advance.
The current version of thr 24-85 is a fine lens that you wouldn't be unhappy with. If I were to do it again though, for the extra reach I would go for the 24-120 (if money wasn't part of the decision process.)
Mar 17, 2018 05:13:51 #
Trustforce
Loc: Chicago, Illinois
Hollis--
We're going on a Baltic cruise this summer and I bought the D850 and the 24-120 mm lens because I wanted a full frame sensor with a good single lens to walk around. I've been very pleased with the photos that this combo produces. For now, the 24-120 is the only FX lens I have (I've got some non auto focus primes and zooms from my days as a Nikon F3 film user that can be used on the new dslr as they have the auto index ring so the D850 can know the lens aperture), and the 24-120 is the only lens I plan to take on the trip. I ruled out buying the 24-70mm based on cost, large size and weight.
Just curious, what camera body is the new lens for?
We're going on a Baltic cruise this summer and I bought the D850 and the 24-120 mm lens because I wanted a full frame sensor with a good single lens to walk around. I've been very pleased with the photos that this combo produces. For now, the 24-120 is the only FX lens I have (I've got some non auto focus primes and zooms from my days as a Nikon F3 film user that can be used on the new dslr as they have the auto index ring so the D850 can know the lens aperture), and the 24-120 is the only lens I plan to take on the trip. I ruled out buying the 24-70mm based on cost, large size and weight.
Just curious, what camera body is the new lens for?
Mar 17, 2018 06:34:50 #
Definitely the 24-120. I have the D750 and the 24-120 is my walk-around and travel lens, even though I also have the 24-70 2.8 and other lenses. The 24-120 is small enough and the extra reach is worthwhile. Additionally, the constant f/4 aperture is a plus.
You seem "focused" (pun intended) on the extra stop of the 24-85. You don't mention if you plan on shooting in low light but would ask if you need the extra stop. I don't miss it on the 24-120 for travel but if needed, you could choose slower shutter speed or play with ISO to achieve close to same.
I previously had the Nikon D600 as my first FF camera and loved it. Good Luck!
You seem "focused" (pun intended) on the extra stop of the 24-85. You don't mention if you plan on shooting in low light but would ask if you need the extra stop. I don't miss it on the 24-120 for travel but if needed, you could choose slower shutter speed or play with ISO to achieve close to same.
I previously had the Nikon D600 as my first FF camera and loved it. Good Luck!
Mar 17, 2018 07:27:22 #
24-120. if you think you might be in a low light situation, a 50 f1.8 or 35 prime would be small and not so expensive. (I always carry one around but seldom use it)
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