RoswellAlien wrote:
Currently I have a 200-500 on a D850. The rig takes great pictures (wildlife, birds, and such, but just turned 80; it is starting to become a beast to lug around.
I have a Z7ii with several shorter lenses, but am seriously thinking about going all mirrorless. So, I would appreciate personal experiences with the 100-400 (with and without the 1.4 converter) and/or the 180-600. I am aware of the speed, size, weight — and cost differences.
Also, I try to have to do as little post as possible — not much could be done with E-6 or Kodachrome for all those years and that’s what I grew up with.
Thanks to all in advance. I appreciate your responses.
Currently I have a 200-500 on a D850. The rig take... (
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I have experience with all 3 on my Z9. I started with the 200-500 and picked up the 100-400 because of the close focus abilities and I like that range. When I got the 1.4 TC I liked the results with it better than the 200-500 even though I was at f/9. But once they released the 180-600 I picked one up and it’s my go to for most wildlife, better in every way than the 200-500. I still love the 100-400 and use it in cases where I want the close focus and don’t need as much reach, (great for places like gardens), but the 180-600 is #1.