Nikon 70-200 Lens Comparison (Page 2): thanks William for your info K...

kenzlenz Loc: Western North Carolina

thanks William for your info
K

kenzlenz Loc: Western North Carolina

thanks for your info
K

coolhanduke Loc: Redondo Beach, CA

I recently got a 28-300 and was pleasantly surprised at the sharpness.
To the extent that I very seldom use my 70-200 anymore. I have used both on my Z9 with the FTZII adapter. Cant really tell the difference.
But you may have more needs than me for sharpness so I’m no authority on that matter.
Having said that, if I were to make an investment, I would go for the Z 70-200. It was designed to work as a system and probably the sharpest you’ll get.

Sinewsworn Loc: Port Orchard, WA

kenzlenz wrote:

I use a Nikon z9 body and have the F mount converter. When I am not using the 500 PF with 1.4 Converter, I use the Nikon 28-300. I need a sharper lens than the 28-300 and need to know if either the Nikkor 70-200s F or Z will be sharper and if the two ( Nikon z 70-200, Nikon AF-S 70-200 F mount) which would you recommend?

I own all three-28-300, 70-200 f2.8-f-Mount, Z70-200 f2.8. The Z glass is sharper and focuses a bit faster IMHO. I shoot the F Mount 70-200 on my D850. I use my 28-300 for videos on my D7200.

I believe the Z 70-200 f2.8 is worth the cost.

cjc2 Loc: Hellertown PA

I have owned a 70-200/2.8FL and a 70-200/4 and now own the Z version which I find to be the best of the three. Since you own a Z9, I would stick with Z lenses. Best of luck.

JD750 Loc: SoCal

You own the Z9 so why would you want the F Mount lens? I own both 28-300 and 70-200 f2.8 in F Mount the 70-200 is definitely sharper. But be warned it is a big heavy lens.

You might also consider the 70-300 f5.5-5.6 (?). Much lighter. I own that lens (F mount) and it is good in good light and sharp!

jcboy3

kenzlenz wrote:

I use a Nikon z9 body and have the F mount converter. When I am not using the 500 PF with 1.4 Converter, I use the Nikon 28-300. I need a sharper lens than the 28-300 and need to know if either the Nikkor 70-200s F or Z will be sharper and if the two ( Nikon z 70-200, Nikon AF-S 70-200 F mount) which would you recommend?

I traded my 70-200/2.8 G VR ED II for the 70-200/2.8 S primarily for convenience (able to quickly swap with other Z lenses) and AF speed. It's also sharper, but that was not enough to justify the upgrade alone.

I am greatly disappointed that they haven't also released a 70-200/4 S lens, because it would complete the f/4 triad for a lighter kit. I shoot with two bodies. I also have the 24-200, but that's a disappointing lens and I eventually will exchange it for a 24-120/4.

Royce Moss Loc: Irvine, CA

kenzlenz wrote:

I use a Nikon z9 body and have the F mount converter. When I am not using the 500 PF with 1.4 Converter, I use the Nikon 28-300. I need a sharper lens than the 28-300 and need to know if either the Nikkor 70-200s F or Z will be sharper and if the two ( Nikon z 70-200, Nikon AF-S 70-200 F mount) which would you recommend?

Hello Ken for what it's worth I have the Nikon 70-200 f/4 on my 7200. It is nice and sharp and not very heavy. I shoot with it hand held photographing dogs all the time

kenzlenz Loc: Western North Carolina

My rational is that since I have the F mount 500 PF which I definitely love and the adapter, having an F mount 70-200 2.8 would not be a problem even weight wise. I need a better lens for low light since I like to shoot indoor rodeos, etc. where there is not strong light. Thanks for your input!

cjc2 Loc: Hellertown PA

jcboy3 wrote:

I traded my 70-200/2.8 G VR ED II for the 70-200/2.8 S primarily for convenience (able to quickly swap with other Z lenses) and AF speed. It's also sharper, but that was not enough to justify the upgrade alone.

I am greatly disappointed that they haven't also released a 70-200/4 S lens, because it would complete the f/4 triad for a lighter kit. I shoot with two bodies. I also have the 24-200, but that's a disappointing lens and I eventually will exchange it for a 24-120/4.

I would agree with this somewhat, but I have some added thoughts. Obviously, the Z mount 70-200 is a better fit for a Z camera, it is sharper and it is also much better and faster at focusing. As a lens I use quite a bit for my sports work, that is very important to me. Yes, I would also love to see a native Z 70-200/4 for times when I was not shooting sports and wanted something lighter. That's not a priority for me right now and I would guess it's also not a priority for Nikon. I also have the Z version of the 24-200 and I do not think it's in any way disappointing. I find it very useful for ENG work when there is enough light and I wish to take one camera and one lens. For its price, it is a nice lens, no competition to any 70-200, but lighter with a much wider range. Kind of a 24-70 and 70-200 combined. I will finish by saying that I also own the 24/120/4 Z lens and find it quite good. Best of luck.

bjojade Loc: Wausau, WI

I owned a Nikon 70-200 F2.8 VR that I used when I first got my Nikon z6. (the older model, not the latest generation) It was a great lens, but focus was kind of finicky on it with the FTZ adaptor compared to my previous camera. Sold that and went to the 70-200 f4 because the Z version wasn't available yet. The 70-200 f4 was definitely sharper than the older 2.8, but focusing was still not that fast. Then I got the 70-200z and wow, night and day difference. That lens is amazing. Focusing is wicked fast and silent, pictures are crisp. VR works so much better than with the F lenses. Hands down the best of the 3 I owned. Now, I haven't compared it against the very latest 70-200 F mount model, but I don't see any reason to deal with the FTZ adaptor. Additionally, the 1.4TC is an easy add on and the quality doesn't seem to suffer at all. The TCs on the F mount lenses never impressed me much.

Bridges Loc: Memphis, Charleston SC, now Nazareth PA

kenzlenz wrote:

I use a Nikon z9 body and have the F mount converter. When I am not using the 500 PF with 1.4 Converter, I use the Nikon 28-300. I need a sharper lens than the 28-300 and need to know if either the Nikkor 70-200s F or Z will be sharper and if the two ( Nikon z 70-200, Nikon AF-S 70-200 F mount) which would you recommend?

Why don't you just get the 100-400 z lens? From everything I've read, it's a killer lens.

CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

kenzlenz wrote:

Good info, thanks
K

You want to use the <quote reply> button to direct your responses to specific earlier comments.

Sinewsworn Loc: Port Orchard, WA

Bridges wrote:

Why don't you just get the 100-400 z lens? From everything I've read, it's a killer lens.

I have both the Z100-400 and the 70-200. Both are sharp glass with 70-200 focusing a bit quicker IMHO.

chrisg-optical Loc: New York, NY

kenzlenz wrote:

I use a Nikon z9 body and have the F mount converter. When I am not using the 500 PF with 1.4 Converter, I use the Nikon 28-300. I need a sharper lens than the 28-300 and need to know if either the Nikkor 70-200s F or Z will be sharper and if the two ( Nikon z 70-200, Nikon AF-S 70-200 F mount) which would you recommend?

I just recently got a used 70-200 2.8 VR G lens (2003 vintage, brass plate, made in Japan - built like a tank), great condition (practically no signs of wear), but it's a heavy beast of a lens. The IQ is fantastic across the range. I'm using it on a Z6ii with the FTZii adapter. If you can afford it the Z version will probably work better, especially on a higher res sensor the likes of the Z9. OTOH you may want to go with a f 4 version which will save a few OZ and $$$ too.