Best lenses for zoom photography of wildlife.
Aug 15, 2019 15:19:48 #
I have a Nikon D3200. I use a Sigma 18-300 mm lens for most photos.
Is there a better lens to use for long distance photos to zoom in on wildlife, and for landscapes.
Thanks.
Is there a better lens to use for long distance photos to zoom in on wildlife, and for landscapes.
Thanks.
Aug 15, 2019 15:26:32 #
The Sigma 18-300 is very highly regarded in the genre of large ratio zooms - but large ratio zooms in general as a genre are NOT well regarded as to image quality.
If I had a D3200, I would be looking at the Tamron 100-400 for longer distance stuff.
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If I had a D3200, I would be looking at the Tamron 100-400 for longer distance stuff.
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Aug 15, 2019 16:48:18 #
Jerry D. wrote:
I have a Nikon D3200. I use a Sigma 18-300 mm lens for most photos.
Is there a better lens to use for long distance photos to zoom in on wildlife, and for landscapes.
Thanks.
Is there a better lens to use for long distance photos to zoom in on wildlife, and for landscapes.
Thanks.
Welcome to the forum. Consider the Nikon 200-500 zoom for wildlife. Great lens
Aug 15, 2019 21:37:15 #
PixelStan77 wrote:
Welcome to the forum. Consider the Nikon 200-500 zoom for wildlife. Great lens
For the money, the Nikkor 200-500 is hard to beat and it works quite well with a Nikon 1.4X extender.
Aug 15, 2019 22:30:18 #
The Nikon PF lenses, which are fixed, if you can get one (I know, not a zoom, but a really good wildlife lens). I have a Nikon 200-500 and will be using it for Costa Rica wildlife shots at the end of the month. I've used it for a couple of years now, last year in Costa Rica, too. Nice lens, does a good job. Can be heavy. Best on a tripod but I've used it often hand-held, which works as long as you have a steady hand.
Aug 15, 2019 22:31:52 #
Jerry D. wrote:
I have a Nikon D3200. I use a Sigma 18-300 mm lens for most photos.
Is there a better lens to use for long distance photos to zoom in on wildlife, and for landscapes.
Thanks.
Is there a better lens to use for long distance photos to zoom in on wildlife, and for landscapes.
Thanks.
The Tamron 150-600 G2 will work nicely on your camera - and a full frame if that is in your future. The 100-400 is ok, but the G2 is better. If you can swing the cost, you won't be disappointed. You can always get a used one at this point and save a few $$. It is also cheaper and sharper than a 200-500 with a 1.4X TC.
Aug 15, 2019 22:52:08 #
Some one with a 3200 and their only lens is a 18-300 is probably NOT looking to spend the money for 150-600's ........but, then again I could be wrong 8-(
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Aug 16, 2019 00:31:35 #
imagemeister wrote:
Some one with a 3200 and their only lens is a 18-300 is probably NOT looking to spend the money for 150-600's ........but, then again I could be wrong 8-(
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You've been wrong before, and so have I. I am not making any assumptions about what the OP is willing to spend. I'm just putting it out there - it's the OP's decision on what they want to spend. The topic title was "Best lenses for zoom photography of wildlife" I could have suggested the Nikkor 180-400 F4 for $11K but even though it is a great lens, I am not sure it's the best.
The 150-600 G2 is a great lens, and I have found it equivalent in image quality to the more expensive Sigma Sport, and it has a similar build quality, comes with a Arca-Swiss compatible tripod foot, and weighs 2 lbs less than the Sport.
Sorry, but the Tamron 100-400, while a versatile and less costly lens is just not in the same league as the G2. To get better than the G2, you start to get into really expensive prime lenses, and the OP is looking for a zoom.
Aug 16, 2019 02:56:14 #
Pistnbroke
Loc: UK
The D3200 has no fine focus adjust mechanism so will not be optimum with the Nikon 200--500.( mine needs +8)
The sigma with a doc will allow you to adjust the fine focus and programme it into the lens. The D3200 should be fine for static birds but BIF it does not have the tracking ability
Best buy is at www.e-infinity.com I buy all my gear there.
The sigma with a doc will allow you to adjust the fine focus and programme it into the lens. The D3200 should be fine for static birds but BIF it does not have the tracking ability
Best buy is at www.e-infinity.com I buy all my gear there.
Aug 16, 2019 07:23:46 #
imagemeister wrote:
Some one with a 3200 and their only lens is a 18-300 is probably NOT looking to spend the money for 150-600's ........but, then again I could be wrong 8-(
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Of course I could be wrong too but the 18-300 the OP has is a $400 lens so I do not think a $1300 150-600 is too much.
Aug 16, 2019 07:37:37 #
BebuLamar wrote:
Of course I could be wrong too but the 18-300 the OP has is a $400 lens so I do not think a $1300 150-600 is too much.
Hmmmm $400 to $1300 not too much ??
In my world, WAY too much .....
Aug 16, 2019 07:41:08 #
Gene51 wrote:
You've been wrong before, and so have I. I am not ... (show quote)
Just so you know, the 100-400 has considerably better Imatest numbers than the 150-600 G2. And, yes, I was surprised too !
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Aug 16, 2019 08:17:16 #
Aug 16, 2019 08:23:41 #
"Is there a better lens to use for long distance photos to zoom in on wildlife, and for landscapes."
First thing first, the D3200 is an entry camera. I have no experience with its AF since I have never used one. You need a good AF system for wildlife photography. The 200-500 f5.6 VR lens has excellent reviews.
For landscapes and as a walk around lens there are many choices and perhaps the 18-140 or 18-200 will give you what you need for landscape photography. My 18-200 VR in my D7000 does very well.
First thing first, the D3200 is an entry camera. I have no experience with its AF since I have never used one. You need a good AF system for wildlife photography. The 200-500 f5.6 VR lens has excellent reviews.
For landscapes and as a walk around lens there are many choices and perhaps the 18-140 or 18-200 will give you what you need for landscape photography. My 18-200 VR in my D7000 does very well.
Aug 16, 2019 08:39:46 #
olemikey
Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida
Jerry D. wrote:
I have a Nikon D3200. I use a Sigma 18-300 mm lens for most photos.
Is there a better lens to use for long distance photos to zoom in on wildlife, and for landscapes.
Thanks.
Is there a better lens to use for long distance photos to zoom in on wildlife, and for landscapes.
Thanks.
Hi Jerry, Give us an idea of what you are looking at as your top dollar (spending limit) that will greatly influence the useful answers. The D3200 is 24MP, and a decent little camera (I had one so I know), it will do a good job with many lenses, old to new, but the price range/quality of lens will vary greatly, from quite reasonable/cheap to jaw dropping!
my $.02
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