Nikon DX telephoto zoom recommendations
Oct 4, 2018 07:47:01 #
You might want to check out the Tamron 18-400. While at Yellowstone it was my walk around lens, and I have a Sigma 150-600 which I never used, as the 18-400 captured everything I wanted.
Oct 4, 2018 07:59:41 #
Consider Nikon's 18-300, which came out, you could say, in conjunction with the D500. Good zoom (300), good wide angle (18). Very good walk-around.
Oct 4, 2018 08:20:34 #
NCMtnMan
Loc: N. Fork New River, Ashe Co., NC
I know you said DX only, but I have a D7200 and I bought a AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED to use with it. It's not that much weight compared to a DX version. It is extremely sharp and with the crop factor it is effectively a 105-450mm on my DX body. Mine was refurbished and Nikon has them refurbished for $400.00.
Oct 4, 2018 08:31:10 #
AndyH wrote:
I’m starting to consider my next lens acquisition ... (show quote)
How about the Nikon 70-300mm DX AF-P lens? Reviews on the B&H website are pretty good. What body are you mounting it to, as there are some restrictions? Also, Nikon has several 70-300 mm older models which may work with your body. I have the FX model that works equally as well on my D7200, as it does on my D750. I purchased it used, in excellent condition, at a good price. I use it for my grandson’s sports and it responds well.
Oct 4, 2018 08:48:15 #
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Oct 4, 2018 09:40:28 #
Papa j wrote:
Nikon 70-300 VR is very good Tamron 18-400 even better
J
J
How is it better?
Oct 4, 2018 09:40:38 #
Andy; I'm confirming Gene's thoughts
"Andy, the only lens I can think of that answers most of your criteria - price, DX -only, speed and VR, and decent image quality would be the 70-300 AF-P DX"
This example was shot with the above mentioned which I pickup up new for $208 (white box i.e. gray market).
f/11; 1/1000; 300mm on a D7100
I wish you well on your journey Andy
"Andy, the only lens I can think of that answers most of your criteria - price, DX -only, speed and VR, and decent image quality would be the 70-300 AF-P DX"
This example was shot with the above mentioned which I pickup up new for $208 (white box i.e. gray market).
f/11; 1/1000; 300mm on a D7100
I wish you well on your journey Andy
Oct 4, 2018 09:43:43 #
Bultaco wrote:
How is it better?
The reach is a little longer, it feels lighter, autofocus is quick, image quality is very good, less bulky. IMO.
J
Oct 4, 2018 09:46:07 #
Although I now have a full frame, 70-200 2.8, I had extensive time and use with a 55-300dx on two different dx cameras - d5100 and d7100. What a gem of a lens with superb VR. I've used it with and without a tripod. I believe you can pick one used very reasonably. I also used it indoors at a wedding (believe it or not). It's very light also. I've taken close ups of bees, wildlife and jewelry and action shots of dogs running, soccer games......That said, here are a couple of images I took with this lens. Another thing I liked about the lens which you will rarely ever hear about third party lenses other than how sharp they are is the saturation of the 55-300 which I liked. I have also used a ff 70-300 vr on a d5300 and although the 70-300 seemed to focus faster and considered a better lens (more expensive too), for the money, 55-300 used is a great deal.
Oct 4, 2018 10:15:21 #
olemikey
Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida
[quote=Gene51]Andy, the only lens I can think of that answers most of your criteria - price, DX -only, speed and VR, and decent image quality would be the 70-300 AF-P DX
https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-70-300mm-dx-vr-af-p
If Andy is still using the D3200, I thought I read that the AF-P lens won't work with the older models.
https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-70-300mm-dx-vr-af-p
If Andy is still using the D3200, I thought I read that the AF-P lens won't work with the older models.
Oct 4, 2018 11:09:22 #
Check out the Sigma 18-300mm DC Macro Contemporary lens. Great lens for under 400 bucks.
Oct 4, 2018 11:12:57 #
[quote=olemikey]
Got a real bargain on a D7100 body, which is what I’m now using daily. My wife is still on the D3200, but she might as well have the Sigma 18-300 superglued to it, she’s so fond of that lens.
Andy
Gene51 wrote:
Andy, the only lens I can think of that answers most of your criteria - price, DX -only, speed and VR, and decent image quality would be the 70-300 AF-P DX
https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-70-300mm-dx-vr-af-p
If Andy is still using the D3200, I thought I read that the AF-P lens won't work with the older models.
https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-70-300mm-dx-vr-af-p
If Andy is still using the D3200, I thought I read that the AF-P lens won't work with the older models.
Got a real bargain on a D7100 body, which is what I’m now using daily. My wife is still on the D3200, but she might as well have the Sigma 18-300 superglued to it, she’s so fond of that lens.
Andy
Oct 4, 2018 11:16:10 #
I love my nikon 18-300 lens...it is my walk around lens. and my all purpose lens. and the lens i keep on the camera all the time...wide angle and it has a good reach...
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