70-200mm lenses (Page 2): Don't about vendors, but I have theTamron lens and love it. I got mine thru Amazon a authorized Tamron dealer.

starlifter Loc: Towson, MD

Don't about vendors, but I have theTamron lens and love it. I got mine thru Amazon a authorized Tamron dealer.

Golfstitch Loc: Downingtown,PA

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Golfstitch Loc: Downingtown,PA

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CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City

Golfstitch wrote:

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You want to be using <quote reply> to your replies have context.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

Golfstitch wrote:

I am currently deciding on a 70-200mm lens to use with my new Nikon D850. I’ve watched many YouTube reviews on the Tamron f 2.8 G2 and the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS (HSM) Sport. My budget is more in the price range of these two lenses. I’m not opposed to used lenses that are rated like new or excellent. In that case any suggestions for reputable companies to buy from would be appreciated. I would like to know what opinions members of this group have. Thanks in advance.

Look, you have one of, if not the best DSLR ever produced. Please do not muddy the waters with a Tamron or Sigma.
There are many lightly used Nikon 70-200 2.8 VR II or the latest Nikon 70-200 2.8 E FL ED VR, this latest lens is going for a song used because many users have moved to Z bodies and also Z lenses.
So you may find a great deal out there on eBay. These two were that last in a long line of superior 70-200 Nikon glass.
Please do not sell your D850 short, get a lens that was designed specifically for your camera, not one that is designed for MANY different bodies. The E FL ED VR was the sharpest lens I ever used on my D850.
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4432023.m570.l1311&_nkw=nikon+70-200+2.8+vr+ii&_sacat=0

Saycheeze Loc: Ct

There have been nikon 70-200 e lenses for sale over at Fred Miranda. I just bought one for 1250 shipped and no taxes to pay

https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1839727/0?keyword=Nikon,70-200,2.8#16436063

Above is one I saw…there are also some g MK II. And the original MK I. Good luck

V2volk Loc: St. Louis area

Thomas902 wrote:

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Look carefully on this one, I believe it might be the older model but it’s possible I am wrong. I had this lens and subsequent newer models perform better. If you go Tamron make sure to get the G2 and you might want the dock that is available.

Strodav Loc: Houston, Tx

Bob in SD wrote:

I use the D850 and have the Tamron 70-200 and love the combination. It is my go to lens for outdoor sports, indoor sports, around the yard bird photography. I don't juse it a lot indoors, but when I do it is during the day and I have had really good results. I use JPG, autoISO, and usually use manual. The results of this combination are really sharp and crisp.

I have a 500 mm prime for more distant outdoor shots as the 200mm just doesn't reach far enough

My experience is the same with my D850 and 70-200mm F/2.8 G2. When researching, I found that the G2 was rated higher than the Nikon version, so for the differential in price, the decision was a no brainer. Based on my experience with the Tamron 70-200mm G2, I bought the Tamron 24-70mm G2. Both G2s has served me well over the years. These two G2s were my go to glass on my Z9 until I was able to afford the Nikon Z versions.

yorkiebyte Loc: Scottsdale, AZ/Bandon by the Sea, OR

CHG_CANON wrote:

You're welcome, where <quote reply> would confirm ...

That always goes well here.....

yorkiebyte Loc: Scottsdale, AZ/Bandon by the Sea, OR

CHG_CANON wrote:

You want to be using <quote reply> to your replies have context.

Yep! Ignorance is bliss.

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Golfstitch wrote:

I am currently deciding on a 70-200mm lens to use with my new Nikon D850. I’ve watched many YouTube reviews on the Tamron f 2.8 G2 and the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS (HSM) Sport. My budget is more in the price range of these two lenses. I’m not opposed to used lenses that are rated like new or excellent. In that case any suggestions for reputable companies to buy from would be appreciated. I would like to know what opinions members of this group have. Thanks in advance.

I use the Nikon 70-200 f4 f mount lens on my D850. You can buy this lens used as Nikon no longer makes it. It is much lighter and costs a lot less than f2.8 versions made by Nikon. And maybe others too. I got the f 4 version when the AF motor died on my f2.8 version. I have seen it for sale at around $350.

https://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product-archive/camera-lenses/af-s-nikkor-70-200mm-f%252f4g-ed-vr.html

If you think you might need more reach, check out the 70-300mm lend from Nikon.

https://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/camera-lenses/af-p-nikkor-70-300mm-f%252f4.5-5.6e-ed-vr.html

chasgroh Loc: Buena Park, CA

Golfstitch wrote:

Thanks. I’ll look into it.

I just used the Quote Reply button to show what you wrote and my (this) response. ;0) Oh, I'd get a used Nikon 70-200 f2.8, great glass.

PHRubin Loc: Nashville TN USA

Golfstitch wrote:

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You need to click "quote reply" under the person you are thanking as I did here or it just becomes a general comment.

Burkley Loc: Park City

Golfstitch wrote:

I am currently deciding on a 70-200mm lens to use with my new Nikon D850. I’ve watched many YouTube reviews on the Tamron f 2.8 G2 and the Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS (HSM) Sport. My budget is more in the price range of these two lenses. I’m not opposed to used lenses that are rated like new or excellent. In that case any suggestions for reputable companies to buy from would be appreciated. I would like to know what opinions members of this group have. Thanks in advance.

The Nikon 70-200 E 2.8 is one of the best lenses Nikon has made. As good as Tamron and Sigma are now, get the Nikon. It is my favorite lens. Fast focus and sharp edge to edge. Great for portraits, landscapes, architectural detail, sports, the zoo, botanical gardens, urban settings, etc. I bought the converter when I moved to the Z8 so that I could continue to use it. It has a solid build so I would not hesitate to buy it used.

yorkiebyte Loc: Scottsdale, AZ/Bandon by the Sea, OR

PHRubin wrote:

You need to click "quote reply" under the person you are thanking as I did here or it just becomes a general comment.

If you look at Golfstitch's Profile, you will see they have NEVER used "Quote Reply". Ever.

I'm putting Golfstitch in the Rude and Uncaring round file now.