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p.7 #1 · p.7 #1 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


Got the call from the dealer ... paid for and shipping. Next week should be fun!
Dec 17, 2021 at 04:59 PM
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p.7 #2 · p.7 #2 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


wrong thread


Dec 17, 2021 at 05:04 PM
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p.7 #3 · p.7 #3 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


For those interested, you can use arca swiss replacement footer for 70-200/2.8s on 100-400.
My Kirk LP-70 fit 100-400 perfectly.


Dec 17, 2021 at 07:19 PM
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p.7 #4 · p.7 #4 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


I compared 100-400 to 70-200/2.8s + TCx2 on tripod, both shot at f5.6, 400mm, 1/8s, 5s delayed.
Both imported in to PS to make 100% cropped, resized and converted to jpg only. No other adjustment was made. Single point focus on the snout.

https://morboi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/NZ70379.jpg


https://morboi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/NZ70374.jpg


Cropped 100%
https://morboi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/test-100.jpg
Dec 17, 2021 at 07:50 PM
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p.7 #5 · p.7 #5 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


Got the call, my 100-400S is waiting along with my FTZ II, just need the Z9
They got three in, one NPS and two non-NPS

I'm not NPS
Dec 17, 2021 at 08:07 PM
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p.7 #6 · p.7 #6 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


suteetat wrote:
For those interested, you can use arca swiss replacement footer for 70-200/2.8s on 100-400.
My Kirk LP-70 fit 100-400 perfectly.

Good to know!! I have this foot too for my 70/200 2.8S
Dec 17, 2021 at 08:09 PM
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p.7 #7 · p.7 #7 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


jbledsoe wrote:
Got the call, my 100-400S is waiting along with my FTZ II, just need the Z9
They got three in, one NPS and two non-NPS

I'm not NPS


Edited on Dec 18, 2021 at 06:28 AM · View previous versions
Dec 17, 2021 at 08:09 PM
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p.7 #8 · p.7 #8 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


Got to say that the 70-200 + 2x holds up nicely in comparison.
I can see that the 100-400 is better, but not by a lot. I think the differences will be most evident in "real" shooting situations with moving subjects.

bruce
Dec 17, 2021 at 08:18 PM
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p.7 #9 · p.7 #9 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


suteetat wrote:
I compared 100-400 to 70-200/2.8s + TCx2 on tripod, both shot at f5.6, 400mm, 1/8s, 5s delayed.
Both imported in to PS to make 100% cropped, resized and converted to jpg only. No other adjustment was made. Single point focus on the snout.

https://morboi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/NZ70379.jpg

https://morboi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/NZ70374.jpg

Cropped 100%
https://morboi.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/test-100.jpg

They're very close, but I would say, 100-400 just a bit sharper, or crispier.
How do you find the build and feel in general, as well as stabilization?
Thanks for keeping us up to date!
Dec 17, 2021 at 08:20 PM
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cvrle59 wrote:
They're very close, but I would say, 100-400 just a bit sharper, or crispier.
How do you find the build and feel in general, as well as stabilization?
Thanks for keeping us up to date!


Built quality is about the same as 70-200/2.8s. The black metal part is a bit shinier
Zoom ring and focus ring are very smooth but required a bit more pressure to move than 70-200/2.8s.

I have not really challenged VR/ibis much, only around 2-2.5 stops so far. The cat picture that I posted yesterday was a touch soft shooting at 1/200s on 400mm. Part of it I think was that I was holding the camera near the ground using flip screen to compose. I did not really have much time to get into position nor braced myself well. So probably more about my technique rather than VR/Ibis.




Dec 17, 2021 at 08:36 PM
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p.7 #11 · p.7 #11 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


OwlsEyes wrote:
Got to say that the 70-200 + 2x holds up nicely in comparison.
I can see that the 100-400 is better, but not by a lot. I think the differences will be most evident in "real" shooting situations with moving subjects.

bruce

I think lots of credit has to be given to TCx2s. It is a lot better than TC20e iii on F mount.




Dec 17, 2021 at 08:38 PM
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p.7 #12 · p.7 #12 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


OwlsEyes wrote:
Got to say that the 70-200 + 2x holds up nicely in comparison.
I can see that the 100-400 is better, but not by a lot. I think the differences will be most evident in "real" shooting situations with moving subjects.

bruce

I agree! Heck, looking at those 2 images really close it seems the bokeh in the 70-200 shot is even a little cleaner




Dec 17, 2021 at 10:36 PM
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p.7 #13 · p.7 #13 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


I took a couple more snapshots today and that's it. The lens and camera are now in the bag but hopefully when I come back next week, I will have some bird pictures taken with 100-400 to share. Hopefully Hume's pheasant will show up and Z7 ii should be able to handle that ok.


https://morboi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/NZ70384.jpg
@165mm, 1/40s, iso 64, f4.8,

https://morboi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/NZ70387.jpg
@400mm, f 5.6, 1/80, iso 64,

100% cropped
https://morboi.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/cropped.jpg
Dec 18, 2021 at 12:15 AM
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p.7 #14 · p.7 #14 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


Thank you for taking the time out of your preparation to post samples for us. Much appreciated!

Enjoy your vacation, and safe travels!
Dec 18, 2021 at 12:35 AM
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p.7 #15 · p.7 #15 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


Should I get this lens or the 70-200… decisions decisions


Dec 18, 2021 at 01:27 PM
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p.7 #16 · p.7 #16 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


Rainy Snowy day here, common mallard in very overcast light, from the car, over the road, 1/60 5.6 iso560 z7ii 100-400

Link to full rez uncropped jpg

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1R8QXJGP2iWeblwWS9Rmd8T-8L-4-zxsq?usp=sharing
Dec 18, 2021 at 01:32 PM
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p.7 #17 · p.7 #17 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


Loving the minimum focus distance on this thing. Will make for one amazing sidearm. Don't mind the shot not being lined up, test shot I wasn't planning on doing anything with this but the black and white was cool so here it is




Dec 18, 2021 at 03:08 PM
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p.7 #18 · p.7 #18 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


If it’s anything like the Sony you’ll need around f/10 at mfd to get any appreciable depth of field.

Kasper6188 wrote:
Loving the minimum focus distance on this thing. Will make for one amazing sidearm. Don't mind the shot not being lined up, test shot I wasn't planning on doing anything with this but the black and white was cool so here it is

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51755988155_4036122309_o.png
Dec 18, 2021 at 03:36 PM
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p.7 #19 · p.7 #19 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread




Kasper6188 wrote:
Loving the minimum focus distance on this thing. Will make for one amazing sidearm. Don't mind the shot not being lined up, test shot I wasn't planning on doing anything with this but the black and white was cool so here it is

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51755988155_4036122309_o.png

Please refrain from posting Sony shots on the Nikon forum

😜
Dec 18, 2021 at 03:38 PM
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p.7 #20 · p.7 #20 · Nikon Z 100-400S discussion thread


arbitrage wrote:
Please refrain from posting Sony shots on the Nikon forum

😜

The photo shows a good Sony product for once.


Dec 18, 2021 at 03:42 PM
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