One Lens to carry
Jul 26, 2015 14:10:56 #
FiddleMaker wrote:
Bike Guy, like Papa J, I also have a D7000 with the 18-105 lens. I also have an FX D750 with an FX 28-300mm but I actually like the DX 18-105 more than the very heavy 28-300.
I really need a more practical "walk-around" lens for the D750. I'm open for suggestions. -FiddleMaker
I really need a more practical "walk-around" lens for the D750. I'm open for suggestions. -FiddleMaker
The Nikon 'kit' 24-85 is actually a pretty good lens. I also have the 28-300 for my D750 but it is a tank. I often carry my D5300 with the 18-140 just because the 750 & 28-300 are so big and heavy.
Jul 26, 2015 14:38:13 #
I shoot with a Nikon D3300. My preferred walk-around lens is the Nikon 18-140. Very happy with it. I also have a Nikon 55-300 and like that one too, but the 18-140 is more versatile for day to day photography. Of course, that may depend on what you like to shoot.
Jul 26, 2015 14:46:12 #
Robeng
Loc: California
Bike guy wrote:
Please be gentle, I am still learning. I just boug... (show quote)
I've been very fortunate in being able to travel. At first I would carry all my super fast lenses and hike all around like a loaded down mule. Well I soon figure out that was crazy and bad for my back. I switched to a Nikon 28mm-300mm. For you I recommend a 18mm-300mm or a Sigma or Tamron equivalent. Now there's a bunch of people here that says "oh no, those lenses have problems." Truth is they don't know what they are talking about. I have won two 1st place here at the hog using my lenses and saved my back. Check out my site if you want.
Jul 26, 2015 15:07:11 #
Kiron Kid wrote:
I often shoot with an old Japanese film rangefinder. You should see the looks I get from the public 😀
I often photograph with a 4x5. That gets some looks, too.
--Bob
Jul 26, 2015 15:50:12 #
Don Fischer wrote:
I had the 18-105 and it was a good lens. I sold it and got the 18-140 for a bit better reach. Haven't used the 18-140 a lot yet but really like it also.
Love my 18-140. Great IQ for a so called kit lens. Even a rank amateur like me can get good photos.
Jul 26, 2015 17:30:36 #
My choice is a Tamron 16-300 F3.5-6.3. My canon has an APS sensor giving me a little more than 24-450mm. Takes great pictures. Only weighs 19oz.
Jul 26, 2015 18:05:11 #
shutterbob wrote:
The Nikon 'kit' 24-85 is actually a pretty good lens. I also have the 28-300 for my D750 but it is a tank. I often carry my D5300 with the 18-140 just because the 750 & 28-300 are so big and heavy.
shutterbob, yes, the 28-300 is a real beast. Will have to consider the 24-85 for the D750. I was also considering a 50mm prime but it seems to me that it would not be as versatile as the 24-85. -FiddleMaker
Jul 26, 2015 18:20:41 #
Kmgw9v wrote:
The 18-200 would be a very suitable choice.
Any of the three are great. I've had the 18-200 Nikon VRII for a while and love it. It is a little heavier than either of the other two.
I did buy a Sigma 18-250 first and I suspect I got the only dud in existence because everyone else loved it. (I never got a tack-sharp image from it.) This is not typical of Sigma. I have two other Sgma lenses and they are fine. My daughter has an 18-270 Tamron on her D7000 and it is great.
Jul 26, 2015 18:31:01 #
Bike guy wrote:
Please be gentle, I am still learning. I just boug... (show quote)
I would recommend that you use the "search" feature of the forum. If you search "walk around lens Nikon D3300" you will find a discussion thread. If you enter "walk around lens Nikon" you'll find even more threads discussing the subject. I really like & use the search feature frequently. You'll find as much info & opinions as you care to digest. Don't overlook the search feature.
Jul 26, 2015 18:39:00 #
jrh1354
Loc: Dayton, Ohio
I have the 18-140 with my D7000. The lens is equivalent to a 27-210 in FX. It's got a good range and is not that heavy. It is a bit pricy unless you can find a good deal on a re-furb - but it's definitely worth it.
Jul 26, 2015 19:05:27 #
I too like that Tamaron lens. I enjoy changing lens for various situations, but for a walk around lens, I like that Tamaron
Jul 26, 2015 19:08:06 #
My 18-200 stays on my D7100 about 90% of the time. I like the lens a lot.
Don
Don
Jul 26, 2015 19:31:21 #
I have multiple lenses, but having to frequently stop and change lenses for a particular shot can quickly become a royal pain.
Therefore the lens that's on my camera most of the time is Tamron's B008 18-270 mm F/3.5-6.3 Di-II VC PZD. Good image quality, pretty responsive AF, fairly light-weight, with a lock to prevent "lens creep."
Got it off E-Bay for $266.00 ($449 from B&H). Great little walking around lens.
Good luck and congratulations on your newest adventure and welcome to Ugly Hedgehog!!
Therefore the lens that's on my camera most of the time is Tamron's B008 18-270 mm F/3.5-6.3 Di-II VC PZD. Good image quality, pretty responsive AF, fairly light-weight, with a lock to prevent "lens creep."
Got it off E-Bay for $266.00 ($449 from B&H). Great little walking around lens.
Good luck and congratulations on your newest adventure and welcome to Ugly Hedgehog!!
Jul 26, 2015 20:17:20 #
EdM wrote:
not permitted to photo bridges in NYC, so sezs the sign
You can photograph any NYC bridge except for when you are driving on it. I was stopped by a cop several years ago and told not to photograph the V-N Bridge. I did as told, but I contacted the mayor's office, and that's what I was told.
Jul 26, 2015 20:20:54 #
Reinaldokool wrote:
Any of the three are great. I've had the 18-200 Nikon VRII for a while and love it. It is a little heavier than either of the other two.
I did buy a Sigma 18-250 first and I suspect I got the only dud in existence because everyone else loved it. (I never got a tack-sharp image from it.) This is not typical of Sigma. I have two other Sgma lenses and they are fine. My daughter has an 18-270 Tamron on her D7000 and it is great.
I did buy a Sigma 18-250 first and I suspect I got the only dud in existence because everyone else loved it. (I never got a tack-sharp image from it.) This is not typical of Sigma. I have two other Sgma lenses and they are fine. My daughter has an 18-270 Tamron on her D7000 and it is great.
There are several versions of the Sigma 18-250. The older versions may not have been as good. Do you remember which version you had? The current version is the Macro.
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