Brucej67 Loc: Cary, NC

The 500mm PF is an excellent lens these two shots were taken with it.

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par4fore Loc: Bay Shore N.Y.

NIKKOR 300mm f/4E PF ED VR with a AF-S TELECONVERTER TC-14E III best choice for my D850. I am not willing to carry anything bigger/heavier.

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

I have the 300 4 and the 500 5.6. Both are outstanding lenses. I also own and use the 200-500 5.6 lens. I shoot them all off the Nikon D850. You will be pleased with the result of any of these three on your D810. The most versatile of the three in my opinion is the 200-500. It is the least expensive also. I shoot hand held in Florida's wetlands and have found the 200-500 hand hold able all morning. It is also very sharp, it is not WATER RESISTANT like the other two but I do not shoot in the rain so it's OK. Below is a in flight Juvenile Black Crowned Night Heron taken with the 200-500. The second shot is an Anhinga with nesting material taken with the 500 5.6. Both lenses are very good and will serve you well.

tcthome Loc: NJ

Thomas902 Loc: Washington DC

"...Been thinking of the next lens to add for wildlife, moon photography..." Why richandtd? There is virtually no market for either of those genre... Those who shoot commercially shoot people... why? because there is ample market potential for those who have mastered their craft...

The only compelling reason for long glass (in my humble estimation) is to shoot outdoor sporting events... but please be aware that the competition is keen here... enough said...

While I have (and use) the AF-S 200-500mm f/5.6 for sports I find it flawed since Nikon requires that the collar be locked before use... What were they thinking? This is relegates this optic to being shot either horizontally or vertically... Also as a pumper it is prone to particulant build up if used in dusty conditions... Yes Virginia can and does experience same...

To this end I primarily use my AF-S 200-400mm f/4 IF ED VR since it is internally focusing and weather sealed... and optically superior albeit much heavier to the point of requiring a monopod...

I wish you well on your journey richandtd and suggest that you focus on shooting people if you hope to gain remuneration for your efforts...

Wilhan

I use and love the 300mmPF f4 on my D850 and because of it's compact size and weight it's always in my camera bag.

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Charlie C Loc: North Liberty, IA

For wild life and birding you really need more than a 300mm. The 200-500 5.6 is a superb lens for the money and will accept the 1.4 tele with good results. Had it for about a month and really like its performance. I had the 80-400 and it wasn't as sharp, the reach just wasn't enough for me. You'll may want to consider a gimbal head as well for those fast moving subjects.

sathca Loc: Narragansett Rhode Island

I bought the Nikon 200-500 for my D750 and now D810. I came across the Tamron 150-600 G2 at a great price and decided to give it a try. The Nikon is now for sale! The tamron is every bit as sharp AND auto focuses faster so I get more wall hangers than with the Nikon! Never had to tap in!

jimneotech Loc: Michigan

EyeShootWideOpen Loc: Florida

Wow. #1 is the money shot for me. Beautiful own and capture.

EyeShootWideOpen Loc: Florida

great image!

Wilhan

Thanks Diane.

RickL Loc: Vail, Az

I have a D810 and use a Tamron 150-600 g2 with great success. Very sharp images and fast focus

Rick

cjc2 Loc: Hellertown PA

I own both the Nikon 300/4 PF and the 200-500/5.6. I have owned the Sigma 150-600 Sport and I'm giving some consideration to the 500/5.6. I absolutely LOVE the 300. It's light and has great VR. I sold my Nikon 300 2.8 (older version) soon after and I use the 300 for many things. I recently purchased the 200-500 and have used it just a few times as I am waiting for Spring Sports. Although I thought the Sigma was decent, it was not 'good enough' for me to keep as I didn't like it much at 600. (My Nikon 400/2.8E FL spoils me). Although I find the 500/5.6 enticing, I would likely not find it useful for night games so I'll stick to my 400 for now. I also own a Nikon TC 1.4 III and a 2.0 II. I use the 1.4 with the 400 quite a bit and the 2.0 on rare occasion but I've not used either with the 300. My answer to that is often placing it on my D500. Best of luck.

NCMtnMan Loc: N. Fork New River, Ashe Co., NC

Well, I have never had to make any changes to mine for my D7200 and neither has my buddy with his 810 or his 850 and the shots are tack sharp. And, if I did need to, with the USB dock I can adjust it at several different focal lengths that I mostly use. Sigma lenses aren't perfect, but neither are Nikon and I own mostly Nikon. I wasn't necessarily recommending it over a Nikon, but it is certainly worth consideration.