Nikon DX lens for wildlife.
Dec 15, 2017 09:21:57 #
I 've used a Tamron 150-600mm G2/Nikon D500 for over a year, and couldn't be happier with the results I'm getting..You're looking at around $1300 for this lens, which is considered at least on par with the Nikon 200-500, or the Sigma 150-600 Sport..(HEAVY!!)..The Tamron is the lightest of this group, and coupled with the 6 year warranty. it was a no-brainer for me. I would advise using it with a gimbal head on a tripod, or at the very least a good monopod. Can also be hand held for short periods.. The VR on this lens is INCREDIBLE! (Tamron calls it "VC"). Should work GREAT with your D7200!!
Dec 15, 2017 11:00:54 #
mas24 wrote:
I never said anything was wrong with the D7200. I first quoted that the D500 was a good combination with the 200-500mm. And that it will work well with the D7200. You obviously missed that sentence.
I must have.. However, the D7200 is a VERY good camera for nature/birding. The D500 is also good but better suited for sports photography.
Dec 15, 2017 12:10:54 #
I have been a birder for quite a while and started to photograph my subjects since 2014. I bought the D7100 and Nikon 80-400mm. I was never satisfied with my shots with the 80-400mm, so I purchased the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR and 1.4TC and have gotten great photos with this combo. However, since then I've purchased the D500 and love it more. I just use the D7100 with the 18-55mm for photographing insects, caterpillars, etc. With the 300mm & 1.4TC, I was missing the "zoom" factor I use to have with the 80-400mm, so I just recently I've purchased the Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8E with the 2.0TC - fantastic.
My friend has the newest Tamron 150-600mm lens and has gotten fantastic photos with it using the D850 & D500. However, he does have problems with the Tamron; it stops working while out in the field. There's a "contact" issue with the Tamron, but he sent his in to Tamron and it's working better now. But, it still does act up. So, if you can put up with this issue, the Tamron would work just fine.
Another friend of mine purchased the Nikon 200-500mm lens and uses it with a D7200. He gets great shots with this combo, but the lens is cumbersome and hard to handle for some people with small hands.
I would definitely suggest, if you can, to rent a lens and try it out before purchasing. I've done that many times and am glad I did...
My friend has the newest Tamron 150-600mm lens and has gotten fantastic photos with it using the D850 & D500. However, he does have problems with the Tamron; it stops working while out in the field. There's a "contact" issue with the Tamron, but he sent his in to Tamron and it's working better now. But, it still does act up. So, if you can put up with this issue, the Tamron would work just fine.
Another friend of mine purchased the Nikon 200-500mm lens and uses it with a D7200. He gets great shots with this combo, but the lens is cumbersome and hard to handle for some people with small hands.
I would definitely suggest, if you can, to rent a lens and try it out before purchasing. I've done that many times and am glad I did...
Dec 15, 2017 12:34:45 #
JPL wrote:
There are basically 3 lenses to choose from, if you can get a refurb one you will get it for somewhat less.
The leses are.
Nikon 200-500
Sigma 150-600
Tamron 150-600
Those are the best bang for the buck in the bird lens category.
The leses are.
Nikon 200-500
Sigma 150-600
Tamron 150-600
Those are the best bang for the buck in the bird lens category.
Dec 15, 2017 13:35:04 #
I would first suggest renting the lens your considering buying.
These are basically the lenses you should look at:
Nikon 200-500, my favorite as the f5.6 is consistent from 200 to 500mm
Sigma 150-600
Tamron 150-600
Tamron 100 to 400
These are basically the lenses you should look at:
Nikon 200-500, my favorite as the f5.6 is consistent from 200 to 500mm
Sigma 150-600
Tamron 150-600
Tamron 100 to 400
Dec 15, 2017 13:43:23 #
DVZ
Loc: Littleton CO
Tamron just came out with a 100-400 Fx lens for around $800. I got to play with one on my camera and was impressed. It's somewhat sharper than their latest 70-300 Fx which I own and not much bigger/heavier. It's a little slower at the long end f/6.3 vs f/5.6 than the Nikon and it doesn't have quite the reach but it's much more portable. If you want lightweight and portability it's pretty attractive, but if you need more reach than one of the other longer tele-zooms (Nikon, Tamron, Sigma) might serve you better. It seems a lot of people are happy with any of the three brands.
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