Telephoto lens for Nikon D750.
Feb 6, 2019 17:24:40 #
I have two Nikon lenses now but would to add a approx 70 to 300mm lens. What other manufactures are close to the Nikon but not that expensive?
Feb 6, 2019 17:27:55 #
johnmlutzo wrote:
Welcome to the forum. Look at Tokina, Tamron and Sigma.I have two Nikon lenses now but would to add a approx 70 to 300mm lens. What other manufactures are close to the Nikon but not that expensive?
Feb 6, 2019 17:29:53 #
I use the nikon 28-300 lens with my 750, and I've come to like it so well that it's my default lens.
Feb 6, 2019 17:31:26 #
If you care about image quality and know about Nikon lenses, Nikon lenses would be your only choice.
--Bob
--Bob
johnmlutzo wrote:
I have two Nikon lenses now but would to add a approx 70 to 300mm lens. What other manufactures are close to the Nikon but not that expensive?
Feb 6, 2019 17:55:09 #
The Nikon 28-300 for FX or the 18-200 for DX are great one lens solutions for 90% of most peoples shooting. There is an abundance of special lens for special circumstances. But i suggest with either of those lens, depending on your format, will be the resident lens on your camera.
Chris
Chris
Feb 6, 2019 18:19:30 #
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Chris Hayes wrote:
The Nikon 28-300 for FX or the 18-200 for DX are great one lens solutions for 90% of most peoples shooting. There is an abundance of special lens for special circumstances. But i suggest with either of those lens, depending on your format, will be the resident lens on your camera.
Chris
Chris
Chris is right, my Nikon 28-300 lives on my D750 almost as a permanent fixture. I also have a Sigma 150-600-C for when I need it and I find it to be a quality lens. HTH
Feb 6, 2019 20:15:11 #
If you need 300mm, then the 28-300 is the last choice. The 70-300 AF-P is pretty good and not terribly expensive.
https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-70-300mm-vr-af-p
I've used 3 different copies of the 28-300 on my D800 and D810 and was incredibly underwhelmed.
https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-70-300mm-vr-af-p
I've used 3 different copies of the 28-300 on my D800 and D810 and was incredibly underwhelmed.
Feb 6, 2019 20:47:59 #
johnmlutzo like Gene mentioned...
the Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 AF-P VR is likely your optimum choice... it's cost effective and competes well with other third party glass and preforms exceptional well...
Here's Thom Hogan's take on this optic..
http://www.dslrbodies.com/lenses/nikon-lens-reviews/nikkor-zoom-lens-reviews/nikon-70-300mm-f45-56-af-p.html
I have this lens and concur with Thom...
And also have the 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6 and it's a standout since it's close focus makes in very close to macro... The issue is Nikon's build quality is considerably better on this heavy lens and it's priced accordingly... way more than the 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 AF-P VR...
Like Gene mentioned this heavier lens does not preform well wide open... I only shoot it at f/8... it's soft wide open... in low light the Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 AF-P VR does considerably better wide open...
Hope this helps,,,
All the best on your journey johnmlutzo
the Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 AF-P VR is likely your optimum choice... it's cost effective and competes well with other third party glass and preforms exceptional well...
Here's Thom Hogan's take on this optic..
http://www.dslrbodies.com/lenses/nikon-lens-reviews/nikkor-zoom-lens-reviews/nikon-70-300mm-f45-56-af-p.html
I have this lens and concur with Thom...
And also have the 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6 and it's a standout since it's close focus makes in very close to macro... The issue is Nikon's build quality is considerably better on this heavy lens and it's priced accordingly... way more than the 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 AF-P VR...
Like Gene mentioned this heavier lens does not preform well wide open... I only shoot it at f/8... it's soft wide open... in low light the Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 AF-P VR does considerably better wide open...
Hope this helps,,,
All the best on your journey johnmlutzo
Feb 7, 2019 06:18:53 #
On my D750 the Go-To is a Sigma 150-600, it does 80-90% of what I do. On my D200 it's a 70-300 and on the D5000 it's a nifty 50 or a 40mm macro. It all depends on what you want to do. Contrary to what you may hear, there is no one 'magic bullet' lens.
Feb 7, 2019 06:49:39 #
Feb 7, 2019 07:31:17 #
David,
The Nikon 200-500 is a super great lens, no doubt. I just wanted a little more UUMMMPHHH!
Dan
The Nikon 200-500 is a super great lens, no doubt. I just wanted a little more UUMMMPHHH!
Dan
Feb 7, 2019 08:09:10 #
I find my Nikkor 28-70mm on my D610 is my go-to for travel around. It has a bit of a heft which makes me feel more like a photographer.
Feb 7, 2019 09:01:14 #
johnmlutzo wrote:
I have two Nikon lenses now but would to add a approx 70 to 300mm lens. What other manufactures are close to the Nikon but not that expensive?
Sadly, in the 70-300 range, IMO, nothing strongly competes with the Nikon - same with Canon and Sony .....
I will also mention that the older non-VR Sigma 100-300 f4 is a GREAT lens !
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Feb 7, 2019 10:30:31 #
My experience is that you have to read the reviews lens by lens. The Nikon 70-200 VRII (for example) is an excellent lens, and the Tamron G2 is very similar but almost $800 cheaper (still expensive, but cheaper.)
Bang for the buck: Many people will prefer the G2. There are other Tamron lenses, though, that will not make you happy at all. You have read the review for the specific lens you are looking at, not just the brand.
Bang for the buck: Many people will prefer the G2. There are other Tamron lenses, though, that will not make you happy at all. You have read the review for the specific lens you are looking at, not just the brand.
Feb 7, 2019 10:56:49 #
I use the Nikon 70-200mm, 80-400mm and 200-500mm lenses. if you can, go the extra mile for a Nikon lens. In some cases they are not that much more expensive.
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