Travel Lens Recommendations for Nikon DX Body
Jan 5, 2021 11:43:43 #
wthomson wrote:
I'm looking for a 16/18mm to 200/300/400mm lens for travel (assuming that COVID will allow travel in 2021) with a Nikon DX body. What do you recommend for light weight, reasonable weather protection, reasonable quality option among Nikon, Sigma, Tamron and Tokina? Personal experience with recommendation would be greatly appreciated.
I have been pleased with my 18-140M f/3.5-5.6 Nikon Lens on my D7100. Sharp at 18MM, 140MM and everything in between.
Jan 5, 2021 11:56:48 #
The Tamron 18-400 is an excellent choice. I was just about to pull the trigger on one when I decided to sell my D7200. A decision I regret having made. Another excellent choice, especially for landscapes, and I’m sure you’ll want to take more than a few, is the Tokina 11-16 f/2.8 wide angle zoom. The Tokina 11-20 is also a good choice.
Jan 5, 2021 12:11:48 #
Jan 5, 2021 13:03:09 #
I'm very happy with my Sigma 18-300. The Tamron 18-400 has more range but is larger, heavier and $150 more expensive. Below are a photo and a blow-up showing the IQ at 300mm for my Sigma.
Jan 5, 2021 14:08:21 #
Strodav wrote:
For family vacations I take my D7200 with a Tamron... (show quote)
I agree with the 18 140 as far as sharpness and weight.
Jan 5, 2021 14:18:39 #
Peterfiore wrote:
Your first night in Paris and You're drinking beer????? ; )
My thoughts exactly!
Jan 5, 2021 15:01:27 #
18-300mm 3.5-6.3 G ED VR pretty much stays on my D5300. Be happy with whatever you choose. Have fun.
Jan 5, 2021 15:02:15 #
I started with a Nikon 18-200; but changed to Nikon 28-300 because of longer reach. Had them originally on a D80; now on D500. I am not into landscapes/cityscapes that much, so 28mm is OK.
Jan 5, 2021 15:02:29 #
I started with a Nikon 18-200; but changed to Nikon 28-300 because of longer reach. Had them originally on a D80; now on D500. I am not into landscapes/cityscapes that much, so 28mm is OK.
Jan 5, 2021 16:22:09 #
Tamron 16-300. About the same size and weight as the Nikon and Sigma 18-300s. In my experience with all 3 they perform about the same with similar strong & weak points but the added 2mm on the wide end are very useful.
Jan 5, 2021 16:36:21 #
I have the Tamron 18-200 and the 18-400. When I travel and need to lighten my load I take the 18-200 otherwise its always the 18-400. It does it all. Good luck!
Jan 5, 2021 17:30:32 #
I have both the 18-200 & the 18-300 (Nikon branded not Signa) I believe the 18-200 is a little sharper but took that lens on a trip to Thailand and missed the reach of the 18-300.
Jan 5, 2021 18:37:17 #
baron_silverton
Loc: Los Angeles, CA
wthomson wrote:
I'm looking for a 16/18mm to 200/300/400mm lens for travel (assuming that COVID will allow travel in 2021) with a Nikon DX body. What do you recommend for light weight, reasonable weather protection, reasonable quality option among Nikon, Sigma, Tamron and Tokina? Personal experience with recommendation would be greatly appreciated.
The Tamron 18-400 is the longest zoom range in its class - it has some weather sealing and has VC (Tamron's Vibration Control - or stabilization)
The IQ is very good for a super zoom.
Jan 5, 2021 18:42:14 #
Nikon AF-s DX Nikkor 18-300mm f3.5-6.3 ED VR is my go to lens that rarely comes off the camera. It works for landscape and a much of the wildlife. Also recommended would be one of the Cotton Carrier systems to stabilize the camera, take the weight off the neck and leave both hands free when walking.
Jan 5, 2021 19:07:49 #
Kmgw9v wrote:
18-200 Nikon DX is a good lens.
Stays on my D7200 90% of the time.Don
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