Nikon 70-200,2.8
Mar 7, 2018 07:58:38 #
tredway wrote:
I have D7200/28-300 lense.not happy with sharpness of photos. Considering 70-200 (2.8) would it be worth the switch??
YES!
Mar 7, 2018 08:07:34 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
tredway wrote:
I have D7200/28-300 lense.not happy with sharpness of photos. Considering 70-200 (2.8) would it be worth the switch??
The 70-200 will focus faster and be at least 2-3 stops faster than the 28-300. With the 70-200 you are giving up a lot on the short end, 42 mm vs. 105 mm, your reach would go from 450 mm to 300 mm. But, yes, the 70-200 is sharper, how much sharper? will you notice the difference on most shots? Probably not, as a amateur you will not notice much except for speed of focusing, a brighter viewing screen and a faster lens in low light.
If you are buying one you will not need the new version as the previous version would do you well and save you a boat load of money. Check Ebay for Mint in the box VRII version. Good luck and keep on shooting until the end.
Mar 7, 2018 08:22:13 #
I would also look at the Nikon 70-200mm f4, It is a great lens, ultra sharp, small, light and roughly 1/2 the price.
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/70-200mm-f4.htm
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/70-200mm-f4.htm
Mar 7, 2018 08:36:36 #
Ira wrote:
I would also look at the Nikon 70-200mm f4, It is a great lens, ultra sharp, small, light and roughly 1/2 the price.
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/70-200mm-f4.htm
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/70-200mm-f4.htm
Tokina has a 70-200 f4 that is very sharp and costs a little more than half of the Nikon f4.
Mar 7, 2018 08:36:54 #
This lens is awesome. I shoot action sports inside and out, the speed to focus is incredible, very sharp images, not cheap but worth the price.
Mar 7, 2018 09:10:30 #
rdjordan44
Loc: Montgomery, Texas
I own a Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 and find images to be very sharp. I’ve heard other brands of this lens are not as sharp. The Nikon is an expensive lens, but worth it in my opinion when sharp details are important.
Mar 7, 2018 10:37:51 #
tredway wrote:
I have D7200/28-300 lense.not happy with sharpness of photos. Considering 70-200 (2.8) would it be worth the switch??
One of the factors that determines sharpness is the focal length range of the lens. Shorter is better. This is related to the manufacturing process. Primes are easiest to make very sharp, short zooms next, longer zooms are most difficult.
Another factor that determines sharpness is the ability to use faster shutter speeds. You may not always be shooting right at f/2.8, but that option is available for low-light situations.
The 70-200mm f/2.8 [all models] belong to Nikon's golden trio of lenses - classic zoom lenses, top quality. The other two are the 24-70mm f/2.8 and the 14-24mm f/2.8. It is superior in the quality of images it produces. As OP have said, if you are not printing larger images, you may not notice a lot of difference. But you have already experienced dissatisfaction with your current lens's sharpness, so I suspect you will love the 70-200mm f/2.8.
Mar 7, 2018 10:47:19 #
You wouldn't be sorry if you used the nikon 70-20 f/4. Have used this lens for years with good results.
Mar 7, 2018 11:05:21 #
tredway wrote:
Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 E FL ED VR
Have read quite a number of reviews on this lens. At this point in time it is considered the best 70-200mm available.
Mar 7, 2018 11:29:35 #
If you're willing to lose a stop, consider the 70-200 f4. Equally sharp, less heavy and half the price.
Mar 7, 2018 11:45:45 #
I have had every 80-200 and 70-200 that Nikon has ever made. I currently own the 70-200/2.8E FL VR and find it a spectacular lens in every respect and well worth its price. This is the most used lens in my kit. I also own, and use upon occasion, the F4 version. It is just not as good as the E FL version, but it IS a lot lighter. YMMV. Best of luck.
Mar 7, 2018 11:54:19 #
I bought a used, 70-200 vr1 about 6 years ago. $1000 on CL. Very good shape but some mileage. Heavy, tough (been dropped a few times), fast and silent auto-focus that acquires every time (no hunting). Super sharp. Would not be without it. Highly recommend it. Noticeably sharper than the 28-300.
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Mar 7, 2018 17:46:27 #
Bridges wrote:
If there is a lens adjustment feature in the 7200 ... (show quote)
It's hard to make out any details, because they are all severely underexposed!
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