Zoom lens question
Sep 15, 2023 23:07:04 #
larryepage
Loc: North Texas area
kcooke wrote:
Understood and that was not my point. The point was that Nikon can possibly fix the OP’s lens in an expedient manner if they want to keep the lens.
I do not think that the 18-200mm zoom is still supported, especially what sounds like a first-generation version as described. I have had no success over the past year finding anyone willing to even look at mine. I have also not found one for sale during that time.
Clearly there are other similar options. For me, they just don't work. We'll have to see how flexible the OP is willing and able to be.
Sep 15, 2023 23:14:58 #
larryepage wrote:
I do not think that the 18-200mm zoom is still supported, especially what sounds like a first-generation version as described. I have had no success over the past year finding anyone willing to even look at mine. I have also not found one for sale during that time.
Clearly there are other similar options. For me, they just don't work. We'll have to see how flexible the OP is willing and able to be.
Clearly there are other similar options. For me, they just don't work. We'll have to see how flexible the OP is willing and able to be.
That’s true there are other options for sure. If the lens is no longer supported that will be their only choice.
Sep 16, 2023 06:46:29 #
rangel28 wrote:
I used the Nikon 70mm-300mm AF-P (FX version) on both my D7200 and D500 and have had great results with it. It's relatively light, it focuses very quickly and silently, and it's pretty sharp throughout the range. There are two versions of this lens, a DX and FX version. The FX version is better built and weather sealed, and it does not have have a plastic mount like the DX version. Best of all new it's a relatively inexpensive lens.
Thank you!
Sep 16, 2023 07:19:35 #
zug55
Loc: Naivasha, Kenya, and Austin, Texas
ELNikkor wrote:
Something a little more tidy and sharp is the DX 18-140. My friend had one and loved it! If you really might need longer, as a companion to the 18-140, Nikon also has a DX 70-300P lens that weighs less than a pound.
During my D7100 days, the 18-140mm was my standard lens. I was generally very happy with it. It is relatively small and easy to carry. This lens (27-210mm full-frame equivalent) gives you a good focal range that should work well for every day shooting.
A note on the 24-120 f4 Nikkor lens. This is a full-frame lens, and it is rather heavy. While it will work on your crop-sensor camera, it will give you a field of view of 36-180mm. In my opinion, this is not wide enough for an all-purpose zoom.
Sep 16, 2023 07:21:14 #
zug55 wrote:
During my D7100 days, the 18-140mm was my standard... (show quote)
Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
Sep 16, 2023 07:48:07 #
SewClever wrote:
Hi friends, I have Nikons d7200 and d500 and my fa... (show quote)
My 18-140MM did the same, Nikon repaired it. Send it in.......
Sep 16, 2023 07:50:45 #
The chances are excellent Nikon will not fix the 18-200 VR. It was introduced in 2005 and shortly thereafter the second version was introduced that has a button to lock the zoom but, as far as I know, only at 18mm.
I like the lens and I use it often with my D7000. I also have the Nikon 18-70 f3.5-4.5 but its AF failed and I tried to have it repaired by Nikon who advised me they no longer service the lens. The price of repairs with another repair shop was more expensive than buying a used lens.
I have been pleased with the 18-200 and will keep on using it till it dies. Yes, cripping is bad on this lens and many users hate it because of that but it has an easy fix with a rubber band. If the lens is kept on a horizontal position, like when used with a tripod, cripping will not take place. A slight cripping of the lens will not produce sharp images and not waiting till the lens autofocus will not produce good results either. It is an excellent walkaround lens, it has been for me and it has a range of focal lengths which are very flexible.
If you decide to keep the lens the technicians at Authorized Photo Service, out of Morton Grove, Illinois, have done excellent and professional work for me in the past to my entire satisfaction with a very fast turn around. You could check with them over the phone.
Authorized Photo Service
8120 N. Lehigh Ave. Suite 105 Morton Grove IL 60053
Phone: (847) 966-4091
Fax: (847) 966-4101
I do not know the nature of your issues with the lens but the solution to your problems with it could be easier than you think. Good luck.
I like the lens and I use it often with my D7000. I also have the Nikon 18-70 f3.5-4.5 but its AF failed and I tried to have it repaired by Nikon who advised me they no longer service the lens. The price of repairs with another repair shop was more expensive than buying a used lens.
I have been pleased with the 18-200 and will keep on using it till it dies. Yes, cripping is bad on this lens and many users hate it because of that but it has an easy fix with a rubber band. If the lens is kept on a horizontal position, like when used with a tripod, cripping will not take place. A slight cripping of the lens will not produce sharp images and not waiting till the lens autofocus will not produce good results either. It is an excellent walkaround lens, it has been for me and it has a range of focal lengths which are very flexible.
If you decide to keep the lens the technicians at Authorized Photo Service, out of Morton Grove, Illinois, have done excellent and professional work for me in the past to my entire satisfaction with a very fast turn around. You could check with them over the phone.
Authorized Photo Service
8120 N. Lehigh Ave. Suite 105 Morton Grove IL 60053
Phone: (847) 966-4091
Fax: (847) 966-4101
I do not know the nature of your issues with the lens but the solution to your problems with it could be easier than you think. Good luck.
Sep 16, 2023 08:10:35 #
ABJanes wrote:
My 18-140MM did the same, Nikon repaired it. Send it in.......
That's my plan 😉
Sep 16, 2023 09:12:05 #
Warhorse
Loc: SE Michigan
I use an 18-300mm on my D500 along with a MD-D17 grip. I really like this combo, but admit that I find it heavy.
Sep 16, 2023 09:19:08 #
Warhorse wrote:
I use an 18-300mm on my D500 along with a MD-D17 grip. I really like this combo, but admit that I find it heavy.
Thank you for your thoughts.
Sep 16, 2023 09:39:45 #
Sep 16, 2023 09:50:32 #
Sep 16, 2023 10:48:04 #
I would recommend getting a used version of the same lens you now have, another Nikon dx 18-200mm. If you do not need the wider focal lengths, consider a used fx Nikon 70-200mm f4. It s my favorite walk around lens for my d500.
Sep 16, 2023 13:01:05 #
photoman43 wrote:
I would recommend getting a used version of the same lens you now have, another Nikon dx 18-200mm. If you do not need the wider focal lengths, consider a used fx Nikon 70-200mm f4. It s my favorite walk around lens for my d500.
Thank you!
Sep 16, 2023 14:53:19 #
SewClever wrote:
Hi friends, I have Nikons d7200 and d500 and my fa... (show quote)
I have the 18-300mm on a D3400 and love it for the creative flexibility it provides.
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