Wide Angle Lens Suggestions for Nikon DSLR
Jun 21, 2017 00:23:26 #
ewforbess
Loc: San Antonio, TX
Hello UH'ers!
I am planning a trip north this August to see/photograph this year's total solar eclipse, and I am interested in your recommendations for either a wide angle prime or wide angle zoom lens for my Nikon D7000. In addition to photographing the eclipse, I plan to use it afterwards for Milky Way and landscape photography as well. I currently have the kit DX lens (Nikon 18-105mm) and an FX zoom telephoto (Nikon 70-300mm), but I need a shorter lens to round out my collection.
I am considering something in the range of 10-24mm with an aperture of 2.8 or better to keep exposure times relatively short enough to minimize star trails. In addition to Nikon, the following are a few manufacturers that have caught my attention, but I would be interested in any recommendations and thoughts you might have along these lines.
Rokinon/Samyang
Sigma
Tokina
(My D7000 is a DX camera, but I am not opposed to buying an FX lens so that I can use it when I eventually upgrade to a full frame camera...)
Thanks!
E. W.
I am planning a trip north this August to see/photograph this year's total solar eclipse, and I am interested in your recommendations for either a wide angle prime or wide angle zoom lens for my Nikon D7000. In addition to photographing the eclipse, I plan to use it afterwards for Milky Way and landscape photography as well. I currently have the kit DX lens (Nikon 18-105mm) and an FX zoom telephoto (Nikon 70-300mm), but I need a shorter lens to round out my collection.
I am considering something in the range of 10-24mm with an aperture of 2.8 or better to keep exposure times relatively short enough to minimize star trails. In addition to Nikon, the following are a few manufacturers that have caught my attention, but I would be interested in any recommendations and thoughts you might have along these lines.
Rokinon/Samyang
Sigma
Tokina
(My D7000 is a DX camera, but I am not opposed to buying an FX lens so that I can use it when I eventually upgrade to a full frame camera...)
Thanks!
E. W.
Jun 21, 2017 04:32:14 #
I think you may want to read this article from Nikon/
http://www.nikonusa.com/en/learn-and-explore/a/tips-and-techniques/how-to-photograph-a-solar-eclipse.html
You don't want a wide angle lens for the eclipse. You want the longest lens you can get your hands on.
And this from Petepixel.
https://petapixel.com/2014/01/29/picking-great-lens-milky-way-photography/
Seems the Rokinons have it sewn up for untracked astrophotography.
I suggest you buy an FX lens and rent a full frame body for the night photography. You'll be considerably more satisfied with the results. A body that has a good reputation for low noise, like a D3S for about $225 for a week, or even the relatively new D810A (modified for astronomical use), for around $300 for the week. If you are not familiar with the D810A here is a short article on it.
https://www.slrlounge.com/nikon-d810a-announcement-first-full-frame-astrophotography-dedicated-dslr/
If you use a full frame camera for the night sky shots, you have considerably more options for short focal length and fast aperture so you can keep your ISO reasonable and still get short enough shutter speeds to minimize star trails.
I'm afraid the amount of noise generated by a crop sensor camera will be disappointing.
http://www.nikonusa.com/en/learn-and-explore/a/tips-and-techniques/how-to-photograph-a-solar-eclipse.html
You don't want a wide angle lens for the eclipse. You want the longest lens you can get your hands on.
And this from Petepixel.
https://petapixel.com/2014/01/29/picking-great-lens-milky-way-photography/
Seems the Rokinons have it sewn up for untracked astrophotography.
I suggest you buy an FX lens and rent a full frame body for the night photography. You'll be considerably more satisfied with the results. A body that has a good reputation for low noise, like a D3S for about $225 for a week, or even the relatively new D810A (modified for astronomical use), for around $300 for the week. If you are not familiar with the D810A here is a short article on it.
https://www.slrlounge.com/nikon-d810a-announcement-first-full-frame-astrophotography-dedicated-dslr/
If you use a full frame camera for the night sky shots, you have considerably more options for short focal length and fast aperture so you can keep your ISO reasonable and still get short enough shutter speeds to minimize star trails.
I'm afraid the amount of noise generated by a crop sensor camera will be disappointing.
Jun 21, 2017 05:55:36 #
Tokina has a great wide angle lens for your camera. I have the 11-16 and do not regret it. As far as shooting the eclipse you shoot it how you want. I have seen some cool wide angle eclipse shots.
For night shots the Tokina allows for 30 sec exposures without trails. Again have seen some great shots with this lens and a crop sensor.
I am going to Nebraska to view and will be doing a wide shot along with a zoom. Two bodies helps with that.
For night shots the Tokina allows for 30 sec exposures without trails. Again have seen some great shots with this lens and a crop sensor.
I am going to Nebraska to view and will be doing a wide shot along with a zoom. Two bodies helps with that.
Jun 21, 2017 06:30:05 #
ewforbess wrote:
Hello UH'ers! br br I am planning a trip north th... (show quote)
For the night sky and milky way I would recommend the Rokinon Lenses I use the 14 mm and 24 mm with my Nikon D810 If you buy any of the Rokinon Lenses make sure you get the model with the Nikon Chip
Jun 21, 2017 11:46:37 #
ewforbess
Loc: San Antonio, TX
Gene51 wrote:
I think you may want to read this article from Nikon/
http://www.nikonusa.com/en/learn-and-explore/a/tips-and-techniques/how-to-photograph-a-solar-eclipse.html
You don't want a wide angle lens for the eclipse. You want the longest lens you can get your hands on.
http://www.nikonusa.com/en/learn-and-explore/a/tips-and-techniques/how-to-photograph-a-solar-eclipse.html
You don't want a wide angle lens for the eclipse. You want the longest lens you can get your hands on.
Hello, Gene51!
Thanks for the links and information. I plan to use my 70-300mm zoom for portions of the eclipse, but I'm hoping to find a good foreground landscape to include during the minute or so of totality. That was my reasoning for buying and using a wide lens.
I hadn't thought of renting a full frame camera -- I may look into that...
Thanks again!
E. W.
Jun 22, 2017 06:30:59 #
ewforbess wrote:
Hello UH'ers! br br I am planning a trip north th... (show quote)
Tokina 11-16mm. Very nice lens.
Jun 22, 2017 06:53:36 #
Pre Orders for the new Sigma 14mm 1.8 Art have started. Looks like shipping starts this Friday.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1321307-REG/sigma_14mm_f_1_8_dg_hsm.html
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1321307-REG/sigma_14mm_f_1_8_dg_hsm.html
Jun 22, 2017 07:06:20 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
ewforbess wrote:
Hello UH'ers! br br I am planning a trip north th... (show quote)
When shooting Solar I use a minimum of a 500mm lens and a 1000 is better. For everything else you want the wide would be good. I like both Nikon wides, I own the 10-24 and the 12-24. And Nikon just announced a new 10-24 low cost wide.
Jun 22, 2017 08:02:44 #
Jun 22, 2017 09:10:38 #
Tokina 11-16 is a fabulous wide angle for crop sensor bodies but you might want to use a good telephoto with as much reach as you can muster. Last summer, I used my 11-16 for a fireworks show in Lake George. Although the images came out very nice, I wish I had brought along my 300 mm. Didn't realize that I would be farther away than closer to the action. Oh well.
Jun 22, 2017 09:31:30 #
ewforbess wrote:
Hello UH'ers! br br I am planning a trip north th... (show quote)
Tokina 11-16 f2.8, available for less than $400 on ebay. great versatility. Occasional lens flare problems, so watch your sun angle. Works great for Milky Way shots.
Jun 22, 2017 09:54:03 #
fetzler
Loc: North West PA
The Tamron 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD Lens iS terrific wide angle zoom. It is likely the best available for Nikon. The Nikon 16-80 f2.8 -80 mm lens is also a excellent performer. You alternatives are wide angle primes.
Jun 22, 2017 10:30:37 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
I have the Sigma 10-20 3.8 for my D7000. A great value of quality and price. Used it exclusively on our trip to the Utah canyons last year.
Jun 22, 2017 16:00:06 #
Nikon is coming out with a new modestly priced AF-P 10-20. But it might not autofocus on your D7000. Check it out on Nikonusa.com.
You can pre order it at the major online retailers; e.g. ABC ( Adorama, B&H, Cameta).
But it isn't f2.8.
You might like the f2.8 Sigma 17-50.
You can pre order it at the major online retailers; e.g. ABC ( Adorama, B&H, Cameta).
But it isn't f2.8.
You might like the f2.8 Sigma 17-50.
Jun 22, 2017 17:24:46 #
DavidPine wrote:
The Nikon 200/500 would be my choice for solar shooting.
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