Telephoto Lens for Nikon D750 - Birds and Wildlife
Dec 23, 2015 06:25:30 #
OddJobber wrote:
My favorite, Nikon 70-200 f/2.8 ($2100) with 2X TC on D750 or 210-600mm on D7000. :)
Same as what I use and plenty of reach for me...some will say the 2x ya loose sharpness, I don't see it on the 750 but a bit on the 7000.
Dec 23, 2015 06:46:44 #
JThome wrote:
I have a Nikon D5000 and a D750. I am an amateur photographer that is lucky enough to get to shoot some for my job. Can anyone recommend a really good telephoto lens for bird and wildlife?
I use the Tamron 150-600mm lens. It provides good sharpness, good focusing, and altogether good performance.
Dec 23, 2015 08:14:25 #
Bear2 wrote:
Nikkor 200-500 $1400, Nikkor 80-400 $2500, Nikkor 200-400 $6000+. All with /or without tele converters. Depending on your needs and bank account.
Duane
Duane
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Dec 23, 2015 08:26:01 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
JThome wrote:
I have a Nikon D5000 and a D750. I am an amateur photographer that is lucky enough to get to shoot some for my job. Can anyone recommend a really good telephoto lens for bird and wildlife?
I have been using the D750 with the Nikon 200-500 f5.6 with group auto focus with the center focusing spot selected. IT IS AN OUTSTANDING COMBO, MY200-400 f4 has been put in storage.
Dec 23, 2015 08:31:03 #
JThome wrote:
I have a Nikon D5000 and a D750. I am an amateur photographer that is lucky enough to get to shoot some for my job. Can anyone recommend a really good telephoto lens for bird and wildlife?
here are some sights for lens comparisons, and it's easy enough to find reviews and tests using Google, once you narrow you choices.
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/lenses
http://lenshero.com/lens-comparison
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/ISO-12233-Sample-Crops.aspx
http://www.lenstip.com/lenses.html
http://www.dxomark.com/Lenses/Compare
Dec 23, 2015 08:41:17 #
The Sigma Sport has that Special Extra Dispersion element.Auto Focusing is very easy. Sigma Super is the only lens manufacturer that has complete dust shielding. Each lens maker has their own proprietary lens coating. As you can see from the image attached, taken last week in the Everglades HAND HELD the tracking was excellent with the Sigma. I studied all my options over two months before I invested in my Sigma to do Bird and WildLife Photography.
CO wrote:
I also have the Nikon 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR lens (newer model - not the original from 2000). What's impressive is how fast the autofocusing is. With my camera in 3D tracking mode, the lens has been able to stay locked onto birds as small as a tern in flight. It has four extra low dispersion elements and one super low dispersion element. I think only one other Nikon lens has a super low dispersion element. It also has the Nano crystal coating on the glass.
Dec 23, 2015 08:46:26 #
I use a Tamron 150-600 on my D750. It is a great lens, very sharp. You can's beat it for around $1000.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/129992705@N03/with/23761682932/
https://www.flickr.com/photos/129992705@N03/with/23761682932/
Dec 23, 2015 09:42:18 #
PixelStan77 wrote:
I would suggest the Sigma 150-600. I have the sport model. They also make a downgraded unit called the contemporary.Sport sells for $2000 and contemp $1000.Image attached taken last week with the Sport Model
Pixels tan, what is the name of the bird in the bottom photo? Nice shot.
Dec 23, 2015 09:44:05 #
joer wrote:
What's your assessment of the 200-500 w/o a TC?
Sorry to take so long to answer this, Joer. I've just had the 200-500mm for 30 days now and Portland area has had a record month for rainfall. :( I bought this lens with the intention of using it with a TC and the only outing I've had with it was with a TC.
As for evaluation without TC, I would only be able to regurgitate the advice of Rockwell and others. :| However, I am impressed with this lens, especially the auto focus and vibration control. Even being a big 5-pound lens, it's very good hand held. I just rest it on my shoulder between shots, then left elbow into ribs to shoot.
And especially I'm happy that Nikon has gotten back into the game and finally recognized they have to compete with the new Tamron and Sigma offerings at a prosumer price point.
I have the Tammy 150-600 and (for a couple hundred more) the Nikon beats it in both VR and AF. Just wish the Nikon was faster than f/5.6 but then it would be priced back up there with their pro lenses.
Dec 23, 2015 09:49:17 #
CraigFair wrote:
Tamron 150-600mm Lens is absolutely wonderful for my wildlife photos.
Craig
Craig
Look at Regis Tolberts site to see the work he has done with his Tamron 150-600 on a Canon body with shooting wildlife. Many incredible photos.
Dec 23, 2015 10:34:15 #
RRS
Loc: Not sure
MT Shooter wrote:
The Nikon 200-500mm F5.6 is a fine wildlife lens, and a good price at $1399.
If its not enough zoom range, the 150-600mm F5-6.3 lenses from both Tamron and Sigma are also very good choices and both are under $100. Plus, at the moment both are offering significant rebates for Christmas.
If its not enough zoom range, the 150-600mm F5-6.3 lenses from both Tamron and Sigma are also very good choices and both are under $100. Plus, at the moment both are offering significant rebates for Christmas.
MT, if your selling those lenses for $100.00 each I'll take two of each and even pay for the shipping too. If you keep this up you could put B&H and others out of business. Have a Merry Christmas! :) :) :)
Dec 23, 2015 10:42:34 #
RRS
Loc: Not sure
RKL349 wrote:
Look at Regis Tolberts site to see the work he has done with his Tamron 150-600 on a Canon body with shooting wildlife. Many incredible photos.
True but have you seen his new photos? He now is shooting with the new Canon 5DR or the S and with the new Canon 100-400mm and it blows away his earlier shots with the Tamron 150-600, IMHO. Check it out. The Tamron isn't a bad lens for the money.
Dec 23, 2015 10:58:20 #
RRS wrote:
True but have you seen his new photos? He now is shooting with the new Canon 5DR or the S and with the new Canon 100-400mm and it blows away his earlier shots with the Tamron 150-600, IMHO. Check it out. The Tamron isn't a bad lens for the money.
I have, but in the past he has also posted a number of great photos with the Tamron. Worthwhile to know and share with someone who is considering this lense.
Dec 23, 2015 10:59:47 #
Bear2 wrote:
Nikkor 200-500 $1400, Nikkor 80-400 $2500, Nikkor 200-400 $6000+. All with /or without tele converters. Depending on your needs and bank account.
Duane
Duane
All of these are good choices. To them I'd add the 70-200 (F2.8 or F4.0) and the new 300/F4 PF, which I absolutely LOVE. Personally, I prefer the Sigma 150-600 over the Tamron and I own the Sport version. All of this depends upon what you wan/need and how much you want/need/can afford to spend! Best of luck. Happy Holidays.
Dec 23, 2015 11:04:42 #
JThome wrote:
I have a Nikon D5000 and a D750. I am an amateur photographer that is lucky enough to get to shoot some for my job. Can anyone recommend a really good telephoto lens for bird and wildlife?
Most people are buying the Tamron 150-600mm zoom lens. You'll get great results if the light if fairly good.
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