Nikon D5200
Sep 30, 2013 06:41:42 #
collinslm
Loc: Orlando
Recently purchased a Nikon D5200. We travel a lot. What recommendations, if I want to carry one lens?
Sep 30, 2013 06:50:06 #
collinslm wrote:
Recently purchased a Nikon D5200. We travel a lot. What recommendations, if I want to carry one lens?
I like the 18-200mm. Of course it does depend somewhat on where you're going and what you're shooting. Anything bigger and heavier would be a nuisance. The wide end is good for getting in urban scenery.
Sep 30, 2013 06:52:37 #
collinslm
Loc: Orlando
Thanks, Jerry
I borrowed a Nikkor 70-300 and it does seam a little heavy at the end of the day
I borrowed a Nikkor 70-300 and it does seam a little heavy at the end of the day
Sep 30, 2013 06:56:48 #
collinslm wrote:
Thanks, Jerry
I borrowed a Nikkor 70-300 and it does seam a little heavy at the end of the day
I borrowed a Nikkor 70-300 and it does seam a little heavy at the end of the day
And you'll miss all the wide angle shots, which are more common for me. You can get the 18-200 on ebay for a good price. You can probably also get a refurbished one.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=Nikon%2018%20200%20Refurb&N=0&InitialSearch=yes
This is camera and lens going for $316, with three hours left. the lens is "loose" though.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nikon-D200-Camera-AND-18-200MM-3-5-5-6-DX-VR-Lens-3546-3/390664301144?_trksid=p2050601.m2372&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D17614%26meid%3D1650663848652102972%26pid%3D100085%26prg%3D8172%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D4%26sd%3D390664301144%26%26clkid%3D1650664906756441084&_qi=RTM1562569
Oct 1, 2013 06:09:09 #
Oct 1, 2013 06:25:30 #
collinslm wrote:
Recently purchased a Nikon D5200. We travel a lot. What recommendations, if I want to carry one lens?
You do not tell us what type of photos you shoot. There is no one lens that will do everything. Years ago when you purchased a new camera, it came with a 50mm prime lens and everyone was happy. Many were fast, F1.8. Now everyone must have a slow super zoom, and complain when they do not get good pictures.
Oct 1, 2013 08:24:34 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
collinslm wrote:
Recently purchased a Nikon D5200. We travel a lot. What recommendations, if I want to carry one lens?
Hey Doc ..... I suggest a two lens option ..... for traveling weight becomes factor ..... 18-55 VR kit and a 55-200 VR kit ..... less weight and 1/3 the cost ..... and you could even throw in a 35mm f1.8 for low light and have money left in ya pocket .....
the 18-200 makes a D5200 front heavy while the 55-200 does not .....
Oct 1, 2013 11:08:02 #
collinslm wrote:
Recently purchased a Nikon D5200. We travel a lot. What recommendations, if I want to carry one lens?
I have had the D5200 for a couple of months. My husband bought me the Nikor 18-200 a few weeks ago and I love it! I haven't used any of my other lenses since I got it.
Oct 1, 2013 16:17:44 #
collinslm wrote:
Recently purchased a Nikon D5200. We travel a lot. What recommendations, if I want to carry one lens?
A good strap is key, I like the OpTech Sling.
Feb 18, 2014 13:22:55 #
[quote=Wabbit]Hey Doc ..... I suggest a two lens option ..... for traveling weight becomes factor ..... 18-55 VR kit and a 55-200 VR kit ..... less weight and 1/3 the cost ..... and you could even throw in a 35mm f1.8 for low light and have money left in ya pocket .....
That's funny, I bought all 3 of these lenses for my D5200, quite pleased!
That's funny, I bought all 3 of these lenses for my D5200, quite pleased!
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