Nikon 80-200 and 70-200 lenses
Mar 15, 2019 09:38:48 #
juan_uy
Loc: Uruguay
Screamin Scott wrote:
I have the two ring which I got from KEH several years back...Better than the push/pull IMHO.
I agree, the option considered in my list is for the "two ring" version, I have discarded the push/pull version based on several reviews and my analysis.
Mar 15, 2019 11:13:27 #
The 70-200 2.8 is my least used Nikon lens. Why did I think I needed that focal length, I don't know.
Mar 15, 2019 11:31:51 #
Fotoartist wrote:
The 70-200 2.8 is my least used Nikon lens. Why did I think I needed that focal length, I don't know.
Many use a 50MM f/1.8 or the 85MM f1.8.
Lighter & significantly less expensive.
Mar 15, 2019 11:51:59 #
jlocke
Loc: Austin, TX
I rented a 70-200 for a weekend of shooting my grandson's hockey games. It is a very nice lens, but out of my budget range. I later bought a 80-200 f/2.8 D AF ED (the 2-ring version), and I've been very happy with it on my D7200. I suppose it's a little slower to focus, but I use back-button focus and generally am focused on my subject well before snapping the picture. Small focus adjustments don't take much time. I DO wish the tripod mount was removable, as that adds a lot of unnecessary weight if you're hand holding. I got my lens for a little under $500 on ebay, and it looks and acts brand new.
Good luck to you.
Good luck to you.
Mar 15, 2019 12:10:43 #
SuperFly48
Loc: NE ILLINOIS
I had a very good copy of Nikon's 18-200 DX VR, had it about ten years; it stopped focusing last October. Because I also have a Nikon FX body, I took a current iteration Nikon 70-200 f/2.8 and mounted it on a D7100 body. I use that lens on either body; on the cropped sensor body I get extra reach which I like. It works for my purposes. Yes, it is a pricey lens but it was my choice to make.
Mar 15, 2019 12:17:12 #
SuperFly48
Loc: NE ILLINOIS
I am staying with Nikon lenses. I have had several Tamrons including their 18-270, their 24-70 G2 and 150-600 original version; only the 18-270 is still in my possession. I thought the Tamron 18-270 was a good lens until I compared my copy side by side with my now defunct Nikon 18-200 DX VR....NOT! The Nikon was the sharper lens, at least my copy was.
Mar 15, 2019 13:26:33 #
I have owned every 80-200 and 70-200 that Nikon has produced and currently have the F4 version along with the latest F2.8E FL version, the latter of which I find superior by far. If you're going to use ANY AF-D lens, you will need a camera body with a built-in focusing motor as those lenses do not have one built in. The AF-S lenses do have a built-in motor, and I did like the performance of the 80-200 AF-S lens and can recommend it as a cost saving investment over the newest model. I did not care for the first version of the 70-200 as I had mine back several times for back focusing issues which were really never resolved. The VR II version of that was a good lens but lacked the focus stop buttons on the lens barrel which was a problem for me. The current version, although expensive, exceeds my expectation in all ways. Just my $ .02. Best of luck.
Mar 15, 2019 14:00:49 #
juan_uy
Loc: Uruguay
jlocke wrote:
I rented a 70-200 for a weekend of shooting my gra... (show quote)
Thanks for your input, even with the same camera, I wish used lenses were so cheap here.
Right now there is used a 80-200 f/2.8 D AF ED (2-ring version) for sale.........for USD 1300 (without the case). Same price of new one in the USA
Mar 15, 2019 14:02:17 #
juan_uy
Loc: Uruguay
cjc2 wrote:
I have owned every 80-200 and 70-200 that Nikon ha... (show quote)
Without having used the new f2.8E FL, just based on reviews and sample images, I can agree with you :)
Sadly that's far away from my budget at this moment.
Thanks for sharing your experience/opinion
Mar 15, 2019 16:41:08 #
Mar 15, 2019 16:51:48 #
pego101 wrote:
In my opinion the 70-200 f4 with 5 stops of vr is the best choice. Very sharp lens too.
Actually it depends on what the OP wants to shoot. If there are any fast moving subjects ( like sports) the VR is inconsequential as all it does is help with your movement, not your subjects. The slower max aperture will take some money off the price though.
Mar 16, 2019 10:15:44 #
Screamin Scott wrote:
If the AFS goes out on the 80-200, Nikon no longer fixes that lens. I have the one currently still in production, the 80-200 AD D-ED
Scott,
APS in Morton Grove, IL and Midwest Camera Repair in Wyandotte, MI are both Nikon authorized repair facilities that do repair these lenses. The only problem (so far) that I have found is finding replacement bayonet mounts that Nikon no longer produces and the fastening screws for them.
Focus motors are still available (if you know where to look) and I have spares for my 300's, 400 and 600 that are all AF-S D II models.
Dean
Mar 16, 2019 12:22:36 #
juan_uy since you are using a D7200 why are you considering FX glass?
None of the options you mention come close to Sigma's recent DX offerings in this range...
That said if you are going to be shooting wide open you'll benefit from fine tuning Sigma's stellar glass to your particular camera...
I have owned the 80-200 f/2.8D and currently shoot the 70-200 f/2.8 VR II (but only on a FX body now) Both these lenses are simply not a wise choice for DX in my humble estimation... this is from experience... I'm solidly in the Sigma camp now... They did what Nikon refuses to do... provide superb DX optics... while you're at it... look to Sigma's DX 18-35mm f/1.8...
Best wishes and much success juan_uy with your D7200... it is an absolutely fabulous tool.... love it!
None of the options you mention come close to Sigma's recent DX offerings in this range...
That said if you are going to be shooting wide open you'll benefit from fine tuning Sigma's stellar glass to your particular camera...
I have owned the 80-200 f/2.8D and currently shoot the 70-200 f/2.8 VR II (but only on a FX body now) Both these lenses are simply not a wise choice for DX in my humble estimation... this is from experience... I'm solidly in the Sigma camp now... They did what Nikon refuses to do... provide superb DX optics... while you're at it... look to Sigma's DX 18-35mm f/1.8...
Best wishes and much success juan_uy with your D7200... it is an absolutely fabulous tool.... love it!
Mar 16, 2019 13:30:59 #
don't get 80-200 push and pull- I tried on my d7000 the focus wasn't grate on the d810 it's good enough. You can look under Ken Rockwell -google it- he have the history from 80-200 2.8 to the 70-200 2.8 nicely listed. I following for a wile the 80-200 got back on value in the used marked also you can buy it new in the store. What is a good sign, not every Nikon lenses are this valuable.
Mar 17, 2019 17:22:39 #
juan_uy
Loc: Uruguay
Thomas902 wrote:
juan_uy since you are using a D7200 why are you co... (show quote)
Thanks Thomas. I am considering all FX glass, because there is a possibility to add a FX body in the (near) future, mainly for low light and wide angle.
In addition to this, from everything that I read and see, FX glass is usually better than DX, and using it with a DX body I understand that I would use the best portion of the lens (center of it), avoiding any border issues any lens may present.
I will be looking in Sigma and Tamron's offerings also, you may be right there. However, I checked Sigma's website and didn't find any similar solution (around 70-200 and with f/2.8 or even f/4).
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