Why such a difference
Apr 25, 2013 18:20:29 #
I am new to all this zoom lens topic so i have a question, Why is there such a price difference between a 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6 ED VR High power zoom lens DX at $399.00 and a 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G AF-S IF-ED at $589.00. Is there that big a difference in these two .
Apr 25, 2013 18:27:52 #
Apr 25, 2013 18:34:38 #
dalcar wrote:
I am new to all this zoom lens topic so i have a question, Why is there such a price difference between a 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6 ED VR High power zoom lens DX at $399.00 and a 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G AF-S IF-ED at $589.00. Is there that big a difference in these two .
dpreview.com has a review of both lenses as well as specifications information. This will help you to understand the differences in zoom lenses and why the price range. Basically, when purchasing a lens you get what you pay for. This doesn't mean that all inexpensive lenses are bad and that all expensive are good. Rule of thumb is to read several reviews and ask around, ask on UHH before making a lens purchase.
Apr 25, 2013 18:39:08 #
Also June 2012 issue of Outdoor Photographer magazine has an article that will be helpful..
Apr 25, 2013 18:48:58 #
Read the manafacture's specs on eash one and then read reviews in the end you are just going to make a choice good bad or ugly?
Apr 25, 2013 19:28:03 #
The 70-300mm lens is an FX lens, larger optical glass elements translates into higher cost. It also has a fairly high build quality compared to the DX offerings.
Apr 25, 2013 20:39:10 #
This is like why does a BMW cost more than a Kia. They will both get you there, in relative comfort, but the BMW costs so much more.
Apr 25, 2013 22:21:16 #
dalcar wrote:
I am new to all this zoom lens topic so i have a question, Why is there such a price difference between a 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6 ED VR High power zoom lens DX at $399.00 and a 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G AF-S IF-ED at $589.00. Is there that big a difference in these two .
It's not a huge difference. Similar lenses sell for a few hundred vs a few thousand. In the examples you give, I bet the manufacturers are figuring more than manufacturing cost into the price. It might something to do with how many are available, new vs old design, lens coatings, internal construction and materials, what the competition is offering. Prices are artificial to begin with, so when he same company is selling similar items, it can get confusing.
Compare the price of a camera the first week after it is introduced with the price when its successor is introduced. It's the same camera it always was, but the price will be reduced drastically.
Apr 26, 2013 18:59:57 #
From what I can see, the G is a full frame lens and has the focus motor in the lens with IF - three good reasons to cost more !
Apr 26, 2013 19:43:39 #
I have tested two of these three lens plus a similar third lens(Factory Refurbished)using a resolution chart, under very bright, and in near-dark light, and ease when shooting hand-held. Ultimately, bought the 70-300 IF, ED (my camera is DX). That said, the decision wasn't easy. Bottom line, resolution of the IF is significantly superior to the others. Also internal focusing means less chance for dust, etc. to become attached to elements, a bit quicker to focus, and the lens barrel does not turn when focusing, which means a lot if using polarizer or graduated filter. But the IF is heavier and therefore more difficult to keep steady when shooting hand held in the field--- that took a bit of getting used to, but, the VR is really great on that lens and I am now quite satisfied that this was the right choice.
Apr 26, 2013 23:20:12 #
True, it's an FX lens, but when used on an DX, you "crop" only the areas of highest resolution area of the lens on to the sensor, with little, no noticeable, fall of at the edges---plus, getting a higher quality lens. Is it worth the extra cost? to me, with the D7100 it is. Furthermore, by buying it as a Refurbished, the difference in cost is reduced considerably, making the gain in image quality all the more worthwhile. .
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