Maybe a dumb question…but
Aug 5, 2022 10:14:27 #
imagemeister wrote:
The 18-140 is not full frame and needs an adapter. The 24-200 is rather large but needs no adapter. The best travel option is the Sony RX100m5+ or RX10m4 ! I lean towards wider angles for travel so the 18-140 for me..
RX100. Soooooo tiresome. As usual, no solution. A new camera is not a new lens.
FWIW, I can agree with your preference for the DX zoom 18-140.
Aug 5, 2022 10:24:27 #
Aug 5, 2022 10:41:21 #
Mac wrote:
I believe the 18-140mm is a DX lens.
According to a nikon filter comparability chart the z dx lens takes a 62mm filter & lens hood. The non-z dx lens takes a 67mm filter. So , yes it is a dx lens.; but be aware of the difference in lens size when ordering. Been there; done that for my d5500.
Aug 5, 2022 10:42:44 #
gmontjr2350
Loc: Southern NJ
lyndacast wrote:
I own the Nikon z50 with its 2 kit lens package (1... (show quote)
18-140mm might be the way to go. This lens can stay on the camera anywhere you go.
Save the extra $$.
I just looked at the Nikon Z 1.4 teleconverter price
George
Aug 5, 2022 10:58:55 #
User ID wrote:
RX100. Soooooo tiresome. As usual, no solution. A new camera is not a new lens.
FWIW, I can agree with your preference for the DX zoom 18-140.
FWIW, I can agree with your preference for the DX zoom 18-140.
So KIND of you to AGREE
You can buy a RX100 for the same price as the 24-200.......which makes it a good/better option in my world . A new camera trumps a new lens ......for the intended application. Why not explore ALL the possibilities ??
Aug 5, 2022 11:06:26 #
whatdat wrote:
be aware of the difference in lens size when ordering.
Yes.
The OP says she wants a smaller, lighter lens for travel and the 18-140mm is smaller and lighter than the 24-200mm.
Also the OP is concerned about “reach”, but the 18-140mm will give her an equivalent angle of view of 210mm on her Z-50 which should be enough for a travel lens—unless she’s traveling where a long lens would be needed.
Aug 5, 2022 11:16:55 #
Orphoto
Loc: Oregon
There is an 18-140 dx native z mount lens for roughly $600. Lynda, most travel photographers will prioritize wide angle over telephoto. This is especially true in cities. Think about your own style of how you tend to look at the world around you. If you tend to pick out small details in the distance, go long. If you prefer expansive views inside and outdoors, go wide.
Aug 5, 2022 11:34:46 #
imagemeister wrote:
So KIND of you to AGREE
You can buy a RX100 for the same price as the 24-200.......which makes it a good/better option in my world . A new camera trumps a new lens ......for the intended application. Why not explore ALL the possibilities ??
You can buy a RX100 for the same price as the 24-200.......which makes it a good/better option in my world . A new camera trumps a new lens ......for the intended application. Why not explore ALL the possibilities ??
The interchangeable lens camera is a more versatile device. I know youre in love with the RX100 and for some the its lesser versatility is no problem, but you constantly peddle it like snake oil, as if its the "potion for every patient".
For equal $$, if a person wants a lens for an ILC then theyre choosing to use that device. Suggesting a different device is a whole other topic.
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Theres a good chance that many of these users enjoy their ILC but dont really need more than the high end phone that they already have. That is two devices already on hand, and you are forever offering yet a third.
Its like you love your RX100 "wife" and are now the self appointed match maker, to any and all potential suitors, for all her identical sisters ! You and the "wife" are a great couple, but you cant really reliably extrapolate beyond yourselves. Let the "sisters" find their own mates.
Aug 5, 2022 11:38:03 #
lyndacast wrote:
I own the Nikon z50 with its 2 kit lens package (1... (show quote)
You don’t mention if you own any other cameras. If you do not own other cameras, I recommend you stay with the Z lens line.
Having to add the F2Z adapter adds weight and makes the camera/lens bigger, about the same size as the F lens and DSLR. You lose mirrorless advantage for size and weight and that is going the wrong way for traveling where you want the smallest and most compact components.
Aug 5, 2022 11:56:06 #
[quote=User ID]The interchangeable lens camera is a more versatile device.
NOT in a size and weight challenged travel scenario !
And yes, I realize most brains are locked into ILC's - I have a few myself, but NOT for travel - unless I am working for NatGeo
NOT in a size and weight challenged travel scenario !
And yes, I realize most brains are locked into ILC's - I have a few myself, but NOT for travel - unless I am working for NatGeo
Aug 5, 2022 12:10:35 #
[quote=imagemeister]
I use M43 for travel, my entire kit with 4 lenses, bat charger, filters, body, extra batteries, fits in a small sling pack.
User ID wrote:
The interchangeable lens camera is a more versatile device.
NOT in a size and weight challenged travel scenario !
And yes, I realize most brains are locked into ILC's - I have a few myself, but NOT for travel - unless I am working for NatGeo
NOT in a size and weight challenged travel scenario !
And yes, I realize most brains are locked into ILC's - I have a few myself, but NOT for travel - unless I am working for NatGeo
I use M43 for travel, my entire kit with 4 lenses, bat charger, filters, body, extra batteries, fits in a small sling pack.
Aug 5, 2022 12:19:42 #
JD750 wrote:
I use M43 for travel, my entire kit with 4 lenses, bat charger, filters, body, extra batteries, fits in a small sling pack.
That's very nice .......but in a serious travel weight/size scenario - ONE camera and ONE lens - it's that simple !
Aug 5, 2022 12:26:15 #
gmontjr2350
Loc: Southern NJ
You didn't mention spare Z50 batteries (since you were only asking about lenses). I was wavering between a D500 and a Z50. Reviews mentioned battery life issues with the Z50, so buy a couple with the $$ you save buy buying the 10-140mm. 
George
George
Aug 5, 2022 14:14:44 #
imagemeister wrote:
That's very nice .......but in a serious travel weight/size scenario - ONE camera and ONE lens - it's that simple !
Sometimes it depends on whether the trip is for you and your photography, or for you and your spouse or significant other to get away and see some sights.
I've gone on several vacations with just my iPhone, because my wife balked at my camera. (I tend to fall into the photo zone and stay there when a camera strap is around my neck...)
Aug 5, 2022 14:34:18 #
I expect that you prefer Nikon branded lenses, but I use a Sigma 18-300 lens most of the time and love it. As far as quality, here is a photo taken at the full 300 end of the zoom and a blow up of a part of it. I think this is great detail.
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