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03/15/2003 10:10:47 AM · #1 |
Hi,
Had a quick question for Nikon users. Are the only differences between the 80-200 IF ED and the 80-200 ED just the silent wave motor? Is there any advantage to it other than less noise? Just wondering if the price difference (around $400-$500 at b&h) is worth it? Thanks. |
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03/15/2003 10:27:34 AM · #2 |
I opted for Sigma's 80-200 HSM ED lens, and it's great; not to mention much cheaper.
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03/15/2003 11:35:52 AM · #3 |
Hi Toast, - This is pulled from epinions
The latest version of the legendary Nikon 80-200/2.8 is the 3rd generation of this awesome optic. The first lacked Nikon's "D" distance measuring technology, and a tripod collar, the 2nd generation lens corrected those short-comings but many users felt it was a bit slow in the auto-focus department and a little noisy for some professional applications. Pros complained, and Nikon listens to their professional customers. The redesigned Nikon AF 80-200/2.8D IF-ED AF-S Nikkor Zoom is a perfect example of this corporate policy. Professional photographers told Nikon that they didn't have the same advantages as users of Canon's ultra fast and very quiet USM (Ultra-sonic Motor) lenses so the newest version of this classic professional lens features Nikon's "silent wave" technology for faster, quieter, and more accurate auto-focusing. The lens also features five ED (extra low dispersion) elements that help to focus all colors at the film plane (light rays of different colors don't focus naturally at exactly the same point, which causes color fringing) to improve focusing accuracy, resolution, and contrast. The new AF-S 80-200/2.8 zoom features Internal focusing and zooming which keeps the front element from rotating, allowing the use of polarizers and graduated neutral density filters without the need to constantly re-adjust the filters.
Toast, I have both the Sigma and the Nikkor. (I stopped using the sigma due to the difference in quality of my shots and I gave it to my son).
The lens I use most often (my favorite) is the AF-S Nikkor 28-70mm 1:2.8D If you do not already have this range covered with your existing equipment, I highly recommend you check this one out. |
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03/15/2003 05:45:19 PM · #4 |
I am certain that there are many very good lenses in this zoom range. I opt'ed for the the 80-200/2.8 for two main reasons. First, I wanted the 2.8 through-out the range - most other lenses will vary depending on the zoom ratio. Second, I use the lens for many things, including birds and other fast moving subjects - the Silent Wave motors are not only quiet, they are extremely fast - there is never any doubt about locking on and shooting - it just happens. You may be happy with other lenses, but I know you will not be disappointed with the 80-200/2.8. I also agree with Gotcha about the 28-70/2.8 I can't wait for the purpose built 12-24/2.8 to be avialable.
Now, if I was just better at using all this great gear ...
Dennis |
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03/15/2003 06:49:47 PM · #5 |
| I agree with the previous posts, I have been using the 80-200 f2.8 IF ED for a while now and am still amazed with it's preformance. It is one of the fastest focusing and accurate lenses I have ever put on a camera. I still want to get my hands on the 70-200 2.8 VR lens to check it out. I tried out the 80-400 VR but it was just toooooooo slow. You can't go wrong with the 80-200 2.8 IF ED, you will love it. |
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03/15/2003 10:56:24 PM · #6 |
The Nikkor AF-S 80mm - 200mm f2.8D series lens was reported as discontinued at the PMA 2003 show as per my previous post.
PMA 2003 Report on Nikon
I own this lens as well as the extraordinary VR 80mm - 400mm f4.5-f5.6D lens. I only use the VR lens now and find it to be the preferred optical choice. It is superior in focal length, nearly equal in sharpness, and almost equal in speed. Although it is rated slower, the VR feature adds two stops and brings the speed inline. The vibration reduction or VR feature is extremely valuable for heavier cameras and as I get older and fail to be as stable as a tripod.
Check out the replacement for the 80 to 200, it is also a VR lens! |
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03/16/2003 10:54:03 AM · #7 |
| Thanks for a clarification guys. The 80-200 IF ED looks good then. I see there is more to it than just noise reduction. The 28-70/2.8 is definitely on my list. The 70-200 VR is the 80-200 IF ED replacement? That was the only one I saw at b&h. Definitely out of my price range for the time being though. I'm sure it's a great piece of glass. Thanks again guys, appreciate your time. |
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03/16/2003 03:34:20 PM · #8 |
Originally posted by hey toast:
Thanks for a clarification guys. The 80-200 IF ED looks good then. I see there is more to it than just noise reduction. The 28-70/2.8 is definitely on my list. The 70-200 VR is the 80-200 IF ED replacement? That was the only one I saw at b&h. Definitely out of my price range for the time being though. I'm sure it's a great piece of glass. Thanks again guys, appreciate your time. |
hey toast,
The AF-S 80 mm to 200 mm f2.8D is now discontinued and will be replaced by the AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70 mm to 200 mm f2.8G ED-IF. The pricing of the new lens should be comparible to the pricing of the older model.
Michael |
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