p.48 #1 · Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR
CanadaMark wrote:
It's always best practice to support the lens rather than the camera aside from the really small/light ones.
+1 I use a Black Rapid strap with its lug attached to the lens foot. The camera is quite stable attached to the lens that way. While walking, I hold the lens by the foot so I can swing it up rapidly for a shot. Works for me...
p.48 #2 · Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR
dhamments wrote:
+1 I use a Black Rapid strap with its lug attached to the lens foot. The camera is quite stable attached to the lens that way. While walking, I hold the lens by the foot so I can swing it up rapidly for a shot. Works for me...
Cheers and good light,
David
David, you are not concerned the fastener attached to the lens foot could come loose by itself after a while? I would hate to have to check it every now and then. BTW, I got this from Nikon support today:
Thank you for contacting Nikon.
The 200-500 mm lens does not come with a strap, and it's not recommended to hang the camera to your shoulder when such a heavy lens is attached to it.
p.48 #3 · Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR
I used a similar Fotasy strap on my 200-400mm f4D VR1 and gripped D810/TC-14EIII and never once had the fastener loosen on the tripod foot because it uses a grippy rubber washer that "locks" the fastener to the foot. I am assuming this is how the Black Rapid fasteners work as well.
Here's the Fotasy, really awesome strap especially for the money and very well made/comfortable; good enough for a 10lb+ setup.
p.48 #4 · Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR
David/kdrk888/architect7 - thanks to all. Helps a lot to know that fastening to the tripod foot is the way to go. Now, to get and put the lens to work!
p.48 #5 · Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR
architect7 wrote:
".......It uses a grippy rubber washer that "locks" the fastener to the foot. I am assuming this is how the Black Rapid fasteners work as well.
Yes, it is a rubber expansion washer and works the same way as a metal lock washer. Regardless, I always make it a routine to often check all connectors and attachments. Safety habits are good habits.
Canyonlands wrote:
Great Black-bellied Whistling Duck shots Birdied.
Thank you gentlemen for the kinds words. Lens obviously does not focus as quickly as the 500 f/4 prime, but I still love it and find it adequate for me.
p.48 #17 · Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR
Some really beautiful pics guys , I've still got the 80-400G and tempted to get the 200-500mm. The longer reach would be handy but is this one sharper than the 80-400G ? I've read online reviews it is but would like the opinion of users thats had both the lenses
p.48 #18 · Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR
I wouldn't say it's sharper but it's so close as to not matter.
Keep in mind the 80-400mm is a gold ring standard Nikon lens and apparently has a better build quality, a bonus out in the field.
The rubber ring around the lens end is a nice touch and the locking lens hood is a step up from the light, screw on hood on the 200-500mm. It's also a pound lighter, doesn't sound like much but makes it much more portable/hand holdable.
For me, it came down to reach vs cropping.
Keep in mind, my 200-500mm is on a gimble 90% of the time...
p.48 #19 · Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR
multibit wrote:
Some really beautiful pics guys , I've still got the 80-400G and tempted to get the 200-500mm. The longer reach would be handy but is this one sharper than the 80-400G ? I've read online reviews it is but would like the opinion of users thats had both the lenses
Have a look at Thom Hogan's review here
He has both.
Tony
