Lens for Nikon D500
Nov 21, 2019 08:56:31 #
17-55mm 2.8- it’s an older one but high quality lens. What lens you used on your older Nikon, you can used it on the new body
Nov 21, 2019 08:56:59 #
I have a Tamron 70-300mm DI VC that works quite well with my Nikon D500!..The vibration control on this lens is excellent, and you can shoot at higher ISO's with this camera and lens combination!..(I too had a D50, and had it converted to infrared Only)This tamron lens comes with a 6 year warranty, and sill not "bust your budget"..Checkout folks like B&H and Adorama fro pricing!..You're gonna LOVE that D500!!
Nov 21, 2019 09:07:48 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
Herself wrote:
First, although I’ve loved “taking pictures” for y... (show quote)
I think the Nikon 18-200 VRII is a great lens, light, 27-300 mm angle of view on the D500. You can get great deals on this lens used off ebay. A good place to start.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Nikon-AF-S-DX-NIKKOR-18-200mm-f-3-5-5-6-G-ED-VR-II-Lens-Excellant-Condition/323982427698?hash=item4b6edb8632:g:lhEAAOSw~bldxuz0
Nov 21, 2019 09:31:42 #
Herself wrote:
First, although I’ve loved “taking pictures” for y... (show quote)
Look at the Tamron 18-400
Nov 21, 2019 09:35:47 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
Nikon 18-300mm, or 18-200mm, if you don't need a focal range to 300mm. Both are very good lenses. And won't break the bank.
Nov 21, 2019 09:38:35 #
uhaas2009 wrote:
17-55mm 2.8- it’s an older one but high quality lens.
I think that makes 5 of us who like the 17-55.
Some background on the 17-55:
It was made back when Nikon had no full-frame cameras.
The build quality is the same as the current “trinity” of pro lenses, because it was a pro lens back in the day.
No VR, but easily hand-holdable.
Sharp, fast and more affordable now. (Depending on one’s budget)
I was blown away with the step up in image quality the first time I used this lens.
Nikon’s best DX zoom.
.....but it’s a bit short for the OP’s stated needs.
Nov 21, 2019 09:39:13 #
wetreed wrote:
I think you would like the Nikon 16-80 which is the kit lens for the D500
My thoughts as well. I love mine.
Nov 21, 2019 10:33:37 #
Papa j wrote:
This year I purchased the tampon 18-400 for my D7200 .i love the lens great range very sharp photos and quick focus.
Joe
Joe
I had to laugh at this typo. Cracked me up. As for the question, if it was me (and it was once not long ago) I would start buying full frame glass. I concluded that some day I would buy a full frame body, and about a year later I did. I have had good success with the suite of Tamron G2 lenses on my D500 and they can now be used on my D810 as well. Tamron makes quality lenses at about half the cost of Nikon glass.
Nov 21, 2019 10:50:12 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
I think that makes 5 of us who like the 17-55....but it’s a bit short for the OP’s stated needs.
Nov 21, 2019 10:58:20 #
I have a D500 and a D810 so most of my lenses that I use on my D500 are FX and not DX.
For reach, the already mentioned Nikon (FX) 70-300mm AF P is a great lens at a decent price. I also recommend the Nikon 70-200 f4 lens which is very sharp and light in weight and costs a lot less than the 70-200mm f 2.8.
The (FX) 300mm f4 P lens is simply outstanding either with a nikon 1.4x teleconverter or without. It is on my D 500 a lot.
Regarding smaller focal lengths, the 35mm DX lens already mentioned is small and very sharp and is a steal at its price.
For a more normal lens, what focal length range works best for you only you can decide. There are lots of choices out there and I think personal preference drives this decision more than lens image quality, etc. That being said, I use Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR Lens, but this is a FX lens.
For reach, the already mentioned Nikon (FX) 70-300mm AF P is a great lens at a decent price. I also recommend the Nikon 70-200 f4 lens which is very sharp and light in weight and costs a lot less than the 70-200mm f 2.8.
The (FX) 300mm f4 P lens is simply outstanding either with a nikon 1.4x teleconverter or without. It is on my D 500 a lot.
Regarding smaller focal lengths, the 35mm DX lens already mentioned is small and very sharp and is a steal at its price.
For a more normal lens, what focal length range works best for you only you can decide. There are lots of choices out there and I think personal preference drives this decision more than lens image quality, etc. That being said, I use Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR Lens, but this is a FX lens.
Nov 21, 2019 11:07:16 #
fetzler
Loc: North West PA
My favorite general lens is the Nikon 16-80mm. Not so cheap but good. The 16-85mm is cheaper but not as good.
Nov 21, 2019 11:26:57 #
wetreed wrote:
I think you would like the Nikon 16-80 which is the kit lens for the D500
I agree with the Nikon 16-80. I keep it on my D500 most of the time. It's the crop equivalent to the full frame 24-120, which I use a lot on my D850.
Nov 21, 2019 11:34:52 #
I'd like to know as well. I have a Nikon d5600 and love all the same as you posted. Not into Portrait Photography either. Thanks in advance! Rae
Nov 21, 2019 11:37:42 #
I love my 18-300. It is on my camera most of the time. It is a great travel lens.
Nov 21, 2019 11:44:22 #
Al Beatty wrote:
We'll second the vote for the Tamron 18-400. We love it on our D7200 and it should perform well on your D500 as well. Take care & ...
I agree, I have had excellent results with the Tamron 18-400 on my D500 and I have very high standards.
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