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07/03/2005 12:06:43 PM · #1 |
Hi there,
I'm thinking about buying a telephoto zoom for my D70.
Which one is the best ?
Sigma 70-300mm DG APO MACRO II
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Nikon AF 70-300mm f/4-5.6D ED
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07/03/2005 12:12:00 PM · #2 |
I have the Nikon 70-300 and it is a decent lens and I have taken many good shots but I love my Nikon 28-200 better. It stays on my camera most of the time.
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07/03/2005 12:16:31 PM · #3 |
I got the Nikon recently. Takes nice photos when you have good light, and I am coming to like it more and more. I've been using it indoors quite a bit, though, taking pics in a museum setting, and it struggles to give you a good exposure.
No experience with the Sigma. |
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07/03/2005 12:42:17 PM · #4 |
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07/03/2005 12:52:22 PM · #5 |
Hello.
I have a Nikon 70-200 and it's my main lens. I try to use it exclusively if I can.
It's the: Nikon ED AF-S VR - Nikkor 70-200 1:2.8G
It's a fast lens and the VR works awesome. I've taken shots at a 1/50th
of a sec. hand held, 200mm, and been okay. It's not what I want to do
but I have to in a pinch, the VR does the job.
I have many others to choose from but this is my no. 1 choice.
At $1800 it's not always within everyone's budget. . . that's what tax refunds are for, right?
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07/03/2005 02:27:47 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by Neurowork:
I'm thinking about buying a telephoto zoom for my D70.
Which one is the best ? |
What are your intended subjects for your zoom? This plays a large role in this selection. Almost as much as; What price range are you comfortable with?
My answers to these question led me to the Sigma 50-500 Ex. Good solid performer with a 10x zoom factor. Capable of very good quality shots if the photographer does their part. Price point of $999 US makes it a bargain for the focal range. There are other quality lenses out there, but none with this kind of range and at this price.
For your consideration. Remember this translates to a 75-750 when used on the D70. Couple this with a Nikkor 24-85 f/2.8-4 and you have an immense range of subjects and scenarios covered. Everthing from landscapes to wildlife closeups.
If you have ever tried to catch dangerous animals like Brown Bear in the wild with a 300mm, you will likely be disappointed with the frame filling limitation of this focal range. a 500-800 focal range is needed to get close enough, in my opinion. Of course you could spend $6000 or more on long range lenses, but until you are certain that you need those higher end lenses, perhaps the Sigma 50-500 might work for you.
Message edited by author 2005-07-03 14:33:44.
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07/03/2005 03:13:53 PM · #7 |
Well, thanks for your answers.
My problem is mainly a budget problem, I'd say that I can't put more than $400 in a telephoto. So the two lenses in my first post were ideal but I can't make up my mind.
The sigma is brand new (DG version), but I already have a Nikkor 18-70D IF ED and I love the ED glass and it's really sharp.
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07/03/2005 03:21:42 PM · #8 |
Originally posted by Neurowork:
Well, thanks for your answers.
My problem is mainly a budget problem, I'd say that I can't put more than $400 in a telephoto. So the two lenses in my first post were ideal but I can't make up my mind.
The sigma is brand new (DG version), but I already have a Nikkor 18-70D IF ED and I love the ED glass and it's really sharp. |
Well, there is your answer. The Nikon 70-300 ED glass sounds like the one for you. Within budget at $259 with rebate.
Nikon 70-300 ED at B&H
Message edited by author 2005-07-03 15:22:28.
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07/04/2005 02:19:10 AM · #9 |
The Sigma, this months practical photography magazine reviewed the 70-300 consumer lenses and they picked the Sigma as the overall winner.
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07/04/2005 02:32:36 AM · #10 |
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Message edited by author 2005-07-12 11:07:25. |
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07/04/2005 02:54:03 AM · #11 |
Originally posted by yido:
The Sigma, this months practical photography magazine reviewed the 70-300 consumer lenses and they picked the Sigma as the overall winner. |
PP rates the lenses scientifically, i.e. lens resolution, light falloff, etc., but there is more to a good lens than specs.
A cheap digital Timex might keep better time than a Tag Hauer, but how many of us would think that it is a better watch?
I find that off brand lenses are good lenses for the money, but don̢۪t hold up as well over the long haul.
I have had several sigma̢۪s including the 135-400 now, and it is a really good lens for the money. But as soon as I can it will be replaced by the 80-400 Nikon, which will probably be serving me well into retirement.
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07/04/2005 03:37:42 AM · #12 |
If you want to get something faster than the NIkkor 70-300 mm ED, Then you might be able to find a used Nikkor 80-200 f/2.8. If you want something longer, you could always buy a teleconverter and get close to the range of the Sigma 50-500, while still being faster (I think).
I use the sigma 70-200 f/2.8. It's pretty sharp, and i'm happy with it. You might find that used too, for cheap. |
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07/04/2005 03:50:43 AM · #13 |
I propose you check out the reviews by Ken Rockwell. I think he knows his stuff and he doesn't beat about the bush. //www.kenrockwell.com/tech.htm
Good Luck, this is the exciting bit! |
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