Yor D7100 is a GREAT one, but loses out for not having much of a bufferie, You could easily lose a shot while of a fast moving subject on a burst , which was rectified with the now seriously dropped in price D7200.. I've seen US model pricing in the $700-800 range.. That would be a better camera to begin with for a relatively low investment.. BTW, I also chose the Tamron 150-600mm G2 over the Nikon due to it's lightness, and and it's extended Zoom range at the same cost as the Nikon..I've now had this Tamron for over to years in conjunction with a Nikon D500 purchased at the same time, and I'm still thrilled with my results with that Tamron!!
Yor D7100 is a GREAT one, but loses out for not having much of a buffer, ie, You could easily lose a shot while of a fast moving subject on a burst , which was rectified with the now seriously dropped in price D7200.. I've seen US model pricing in the $700-800 range.. That would be a better camera to begin with for a relatively low investment.. BTW, I also chose the Tamron 150-600mm G2 over the Nikon due to it's lightness, and and it's extended Zoom range at the same cost as the Nikon..I've now had this Tamron for over 2 years in conjunction with a Nikon D500 purchased at the same time, and I'm still thrilled with my results with that Tamron!!
the 200-500 does well with the 1.4 tc ii as well.
djbolden wrote:
Thank You Gene51 I have a Tamron 18 -270 and I have not been happy with the performance of the lens that is why I was considering purchasing a Nikon lens this time hoping to get better photos I m sure some of the problem is operator error But after viewing your photos im not so sure What to buy. I really like the cat and the owl ,they are awesome. I guess I will need to do more research
I would recommend for any Tamron lenses, invest $60 for the Tap-In and fine tune your lens to the camera. You can do it with just the camera withot the TapIn but it only allows on value for adjustment. The Tap-In lets you develop a better curve.
I own this lens with my D500. I shoot manual with auto ISO and fine it very satisfying. Fast focusing and very sharp.
djbolden wrote:
I am considering purchasing this lens to photograph wildlife. I will be using a Nikon d7100. My concern is the 5.6 aperture I'm sure it will be fine in the open but not sure how it will work in the woods. I am just a hobbyist and the $1400 price tag is stretching my budget. So I am wandering what your thoughts are Thanks
save some money - I bought a Nikon refurbished 200-500 during the sale a couple of months ago ( net price about $1100 ); Adorama and B&H also stock Nikon refurbished; selection varies at any given time; Nikon's 10% off refurbished sale just ended 2 days ago, but, it will return
Muddyvalley wrote:
If a $1400 price tag is stretching his budget, paying $3,600 for a lens that is also f/5.6 and might possibly become available at an unknown date in the future is kinda out of the question no?
Exactly my thoughts ...all other choices in reasonable priced super telephotos are 5.6 to 6.3 with 6.3 at the 500- 600 mm range ...
Agree with others, good value for the price. I just shot a bunch of wildlife at the local marsh. Very happy with results. Kind of heavy so should use at least as monopod. These shots were hand held.
You'll love the lens–go for it. Not a concern in the woods on a monopod. I use the same camera (as well as the 7200 and 750). When using this lens I use auto iso with the maximum set at 3200 and a low end at 100. I also use manual exposure mode which lets the iso float for proper exposure. My aperture is set at 5.6 or 6.3 and shutter is set for 1500 for a starting point. Use the fastest shutter possible within the iso range. This way the shutter and aperture stays at what you want and the iso varies for proper exposure. If you use exposure compensation in this mode you will only see a + or - symbol in the viewfinder rather than the actual amount of compensation.
I have had one for about two years. I love it. At 78, I can hand hold it for a while, but need a monopod or just rest a bit and off I go for BIF again. The VRis great.
Thanks to everyone who responded, When I posted the question I expected 1 or 2 maybe 3 replies.Was I wrong!!! I appreciate all the good advise, I am more confused now but I think it comes down to a matter of preference and will consider everyone' comments. Now I just have to pull the trigger !!
Thanks
cjc2
Loc: Hellertown PA
I am enjoying my Nikon 200-500 but I really have not finished putting it through the paces completely. So far I believe it is a good value for the price. Best of luck.
No doubt a great lens if you have an extra $3600 laying around.
Consider a Tamron or Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 for about 2/3 the price. I have the sigma contemporary and love it. No problem in the woods with aperture. The AF, I'm sure, is not as smooth as the Nikon but when I'm in the woods I use back button focusing with single point AF or 9 point AF and its great. I haven't had any issues with If you are just a hobbyist (as I am) then it should be enough for sure.
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