Thinking about the Nikon 70-200 f2/8
Feb 11, 2015 09:04:20 #
I have the 80-200 f/2.8 for sports photography. I would like options as to moving up to the 70-200 would be a better option or keep what I have. I am not sure how much heavier the 70-200 is. I am using Nikon 7100 and would eventually move up to a full frame camera. Thanks to all.
Feb 11, 2015 09:18:49 #
I'd keep what you have as long as it is meeting your needs. Not much improvement optically. The newer 70-200 will focus faster & have VR, but VR help with your movement, not your subjects. Then you have the cost to consider...I opted for the 2 ring 80-200 F2.8 myself when I was deciding... (I shoot with a D7100 myself)
Feb 11, 2015 09:21:24 #
Skane, Google Nikon 80-200 vs 70-200 for some excellent side by side reviews. The 70-200 is newer and has several features that the 80-200 does not have such as VR but the 80-200 is a very good lens. ;)
Feb 12, 2015 06:52:08 #
skane wrote:
I have the 80-200 f/2.8 for sports photography. I would like options as to moving up to the 70-200 would be a better option or keep what I have. I am not sure how much heavier the 70-200 is. I am using Nikon 7100 and would eventually move up to a full frame camera. Thanks to all.
When I saw your title, I was going to suggest the 80-200mm, which will probably be my next lens.
Good comparison -
http://danbaileyphoto.com/blog/comparing-nikon-zoom-lenses-80-200mm-f2-8d-vs-70-200mm-f2-8-g-vrii/
As for the physical -
80-200mm - - - - - 70-200mm
2.86 lb - - - - - 3.39 lb
3.4" X 7.4" - - - - - 3.4" X 8.1"
Feb 12, 2015 10:08:09 #
Feb 12, 2015 10:55:17 #
skane wrote:
Thanks for everyone's input. I will keep what I have. :D
:thumbup:
Feb 12, 2015 11:41:45 #
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