Lens Choice...a dilemna
Jun 18, 2020 21:07:44 #
Since the new Nikkor Z 70-200 f/2.8S has been delayed, I've been thinking of alternatives. In addition to my Z-6, I'm shooting with a pair of D7100s and have the FTZ adapter. Should I grab a 70-200 2.8E FL ED VR or 70-200G ED VRII?
Or should I wait? I don't like changing lenses in the field.
Or should I wait? I don't like changing lenses in the field.
Jun 18, 2020 21:27:36 #
I'd wait, unless money was no object. Unclear whether "grab" means buy or really grab from your kit?
Jun 18, 2020 21:46:56 #
Jun 19, 2020 01:20:32 #
...a buddy of mine has that 18-300 Nikon and swears by it, maybe that would be a nice alternative, especially on the Z6 FF...then, once you get your wonderful new Z glass, that alternative would still provide some juice...not to mention the crop factor on your 7100's. <shrug>
Jun 19, 2020 07:45:20 #
I would wait. It would be best to use Z series lenses on your Z6 instead of using the FTZ adapter with F mount lenses.
Jun 19, 2020 13:54:18 #
The 18-300 is a DX lens, and the Z-6 automatically goes into DX mode with a reduced megapixel count when it's attached. In my opinion, not a good fit for the Z-6. I have the 18-140 DX, along with a pair of 70-300 AF-S ED VRs but am looking to upgrade to faster, sharper glass of the 70-200 series.
Jun 19, 2020 14:17:37 #
harry-j wrote:
The 18-300 is a DX lens, and the Z-6 automatically goes into DX mode with a reduced megapixel count when it's attached. In my opinion, not a good fit for the Z-6. I have the 18-140 DX, along with a pair of 70-300 AF-S ED VRs but am looking to upgrade to faster, sharper glass of the 70-200 series.
...sorry I had that wrong; it's the 26-300 my friend extols. Yah, I wouldn't use a DX lens on any of my FF cameras, either.
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