Nikon 16--140 or 16--300? After a lot of research before getting a new camera, going back and forth between DSLR and mirrorless, D7200 or A6000' Imthink I have pretty much decided on...

Wingpilot Loc: Wasilla. Ak

After a lot of research before getting a new camera, going back and forth between DSLR and mirrorless, D7200 or A6000' Imthink I have pretty much decided on the D7200. So the question comes up, which lens? I'd rather not have the hassle of having to carry a bunch of lenses around and do changes in the field, so an "everything" lens seems to be in order. The two that I'm looking at are the Nikon 16--140 and the 16--300. How good are these lenses, and is the larger lens too big and heavy to carry around? Is the 16--300 a sharp lens throughout its zoom range?

jethro779 Loc: Tucson, AZ

Wingpilot wrote:

After a lot of research before getting a new camer... (show quote)

I think you mean the 18-140 & the 18-300. The only 16-300 I know about says Tamron on it.

Wingpilot Loc: Wasilla. Ak

jethro779 wrote:

I think you mean the 18-140 & the 18-300. The only 16-300 I know about says Tamron on it.

Yes, typo on my part. Those are the ones.

LarryFB Loc: Depends where our RV is parked

Wingpilot wrote:

After a lot of research before getting a new camer... (show quote)

Ignoring the mistakes in the lenses, I would recommend the 18 - 140. I have and use the Nikjon 18-140 as a walk around lens and am very happy with it. I also have a Nikon 55-300 which I do use on occasion (e.g. birding, or wildlife) and it does a good job.

Frankly, the 18-140 has taken the role of a general purpose lens, while the 55-300 is now a special purpose lens.

My 18-55 lens has be relegated to a "do I really need this" lens!

Wingpilot Loc: Wasilla. Ak

The 18--140 is looking better and better.

Jahawk Loc: Rhode Island

LarryFB wrote:

Ignoring the mistakes in the lenses, I would recommend the 18 - 140. I have and use the Nikjon 18-140 as a walk around lens and am very happy with it. I also have a Nikon 55-300 which I do use on occasion (e.g. birding, or wildlife) and it does a good job.

Frankly, the 18-140 has taken the role of a general purpose lens, while the 55-300 is now a special purpose lens.

My 18-55 lens has be relegated to a "do I really need this" lens!

:thumbup: :thumbup:

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

Wingpilot wrote:

After a lot of research before getting a new camer... (show quote)

Moo. Now there is a special on a D750 with a 18-140 that would cost less than a D7200 and a 18-140

mymike Loc: Tucson, AZ

Love my 18 -140.

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

billnikon wrote:

Moo. Now there is a special on a D750 with a 18-140 that would cost less than a D7200 and a 18-140

Perhaps you could enlighten us as to WHERE this wonderful, obviously grey market, bargain can be had?

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Try some comparisons.

http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/lenses
http://lenshero.com/lens-comparison
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/ISO-12233-Sample-Crops.aspx
http://www.lenstip.com/lenses.html
http://www.dxomark.com/Lenses/Compare

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

MT Shooter wrote:

Perhaps you could enlighten us as to WHERE this wonderful, obviously grey market, bargain can be had?

Come on man. B&h

jaybyrd Loc: Oceanside, CA

I have had the tamron 24-300 and 18-270. Size and weight were ok, but was not pleased with the IQ. Have had the Nikon 18-140 for about 2 years and it lives on my D7000. The IQ is excellent. My favorite lens.

jaybyrd Loc: Oceanside, CA

I have had the tamron 24-300 and 18-270. Size and weight were ok, but was not pleased with the IQ. Have had the Nikon 18-140 for about 2 years and it lives on my D7000. The IQ is excellent. My favorite lens.

Wingpilot Loc: Wasilla. Ak

So far, good stuff, and the 18--140 seems to be a clear winner here. But what about the 18--300? No one's mentioned that one. I'm thinking that one would cover the whole spectrum, but if it's not that great a performer, I wouldn't be above picking up something like a good, sharp 70--300 lens.

bdk Loc: Sanibel Fl.

sister in law has the 18 to 300 and loves it, almost never takes it off , If your doing a lot of nature photography this is the one to choose.