Adding some range for HS baseball
Dec 19, 2017 11:07:37 #
Using the D7200 with Tamron 70-200 G2. Better option to add some range the 2X teleconverter for the 70-200 or the new Tamron 100-400.
Dec 19, 2017 11:55:04 #
rbk35 wrote:
Using the D7200 with Tamron 70-200 G2. Better option to add some range the 2X teleconverter for the 70-200 or the new Tamron 100-400.
I have the 1.4X for the G2's and it's not bad, but the 2X would not be to my liking. Renting before you buy may be a good idea. No feedback on the 100-400 yet, but it should be interesting after using their 18-400.
Dec 19, 2017 11:57:43 #
Dec 19, 2017 12:08:28 #
rbk35 wrote:
How did you like the 18-400?
It is a great hiking lens, but I prefer more sharpness in my longer photos. The only reason I bought is was because my wife wanted it and it works well on her D7100. I have not shot sports with it as I often use a 70-200 for soccer and basketball. I would probably use the 200-500 or 150-600 if the 70-200 with or without a 1.4 wouldn't work, but a 200mm minimum may not be wise. I really don't know. In general I am not too keen on extenders for zooms, which is not to say they're not great on primes. The 1.4 is fine on the 70-200 2.8 Nikon.
Dec 19, 2017 14:48:58 #
rbk35 wrote:
Using the D7200 with Tamron 70-200 G2. Better option to add some range the 2X teleconverter for the 70-200 or the new Tamron 100-400.
Not an answer to your question, but have you considered a used Sigma 100-300 F4? Excellent lens, focuses quickly and you will get better results at 300mm than with either of the two options you are thinking about.
Dec 20, 2017 06:16:19 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
rbk35 wrote:
Using the D7200 with Tamron 70-200 G2. Better option to add some range the 2X teleconverter for the 70-200 or the new Tamron 100-400.
I would highly recommend staying with the best, the Nikon 200-500 F5.6. You should read the reviews on this lens. They are great. The following image was only about a 10th of the frame. This image is titled, Dangerously Suspended.
Dec 20, 2017 07:15:41 #
rbk35 wrote:
Using the D7200 with Tamron 70-200 G2. Better option to add some range the 2X teleconverter for the 70-200 or the new Tamron 100-400.
Or a 150-600mm. I'd try a Kenko 2.0 TC first - lots less expensive.
Dec 20, 2017 08:32:26 #
rbk35 wrote:
Using the D7200 with Tamron 70-200 G2. Better option to add some range the 2X teleconverter for the 70-200 or the new Tamron 100-400.
It is a tough call here. Personally, I would go with the 100-400 for the sake of what I would imagine to be slightly better AF (in good light) and maneuverability (weight).
As Gene recommends, the Sigma 100-300 F4 is a GREAT lens ! - no VR and have to buy used- I have two of them.
Dec 20, 2017 09:05:09 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
Baseball may be one of most difficult sports to photograph, since the 9 players on the field are so spread out. Your 70-200mm f2.8 should be fine for the infield images. The outfield is where you will need the extended range. You would need a 400mm focal range to cover that area. Not in its entirety though. I would see if a Tamron 18-400mm could qualify. It's a crop sensor formatted lens with high praise on this forum. That lens on a crop sensor would give you a FOV of 27-600mm. That should be satisfactory. IMO.
Dec 20, 2017 10:26:13 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
You're gonna sacrifice light gathering ability. I'd prefer getting a decently sharp shot and then crop in post.
Dec 20, 2017 12:30:15 #
gvarner wrote:
You're gonna sacrifice light gathering ability. I'd prefer getting a decently sharp shot and then crop in post.
Yes, cropping is a good idea also - especially at lower ISO's - and using pixel enlargement if necessary.
Using a 1.4x and cropping may be the best case scenario for you.
Dec 20, 2017 12:39:30 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
imagemeister wrote:
Yes, cropping is a good idea also - especially at lower ISO's - and using pixel enlargement if necessary.
Using a 1.4x and cropping may be the best case scenario for you.
Using a 1.4x and cropping may be the best case scenario for you.
There has not been a 1.4 produced that improves IQ. Only the opposite happens.
Dec 20, 2017 12:46:40 #
billnikon wrote:
There has not been a 1.4 produced that improves IQ. Only the opposite happens.
True - but it IS an improvement over using a 2X ....
Dec 20, 2017 13:25:18 #
rbk35 wrote:
Using the D7200 with Tamron 70-200 G2. Better option to add some range the 2X teleconverter for the 70-200 or the new Tamron 100-400.
I've had the Tamron 100-400 for a few weeks and its a great lens. Downside...tripod collar is $129.
My wife took these on a D810...stole it from right under my nose...
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-501621-1.html
Dec 20, 2017 17:29:39 #
Have a Tamron 70-200 G2 f/2.8 I use for indoor sports. Had both the 1.4x and the 2.0x converter. Did not like the results using the 2.0x so I sold it. The 1.4x is a keeper, much better results ....There are many articles written about both but the 1.4x seems to be a better choice. Gets my vote...
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