Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
p.9 #1Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
RoamingScott wrote:
Does anyone know if the Z7 can AF-C past f8? That would be something that kills using a 2x/100-400 on the Z7…Sony had this Issue until the A7R4.
Yes it will. I believe all the Z Bodies will. I've even used a Z50 with a 500PF & 2XTC @ F11.
Does anyone know if the Z7 can AF-C past f8? That would be something that kills using a 2x/100-400 on the Z7…Sony had this Issue until the A7R4.
Yes it will. I believe all the Z Bodies will. I've even used a Z50 with a 500PF & 2XTC @ F11.
Dec 29, 2021 at 09:56 AM
p.9 #2Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
Has anyone tried Z50 with 100-400s yet?
Dec 29, 2021 at 10:01 AM
p.9 #3Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
Awesome! Found this as well which seems to confirm full AF-C functionality.
https://coolwildlife.com/nikon-z-lenses/nikon-z-100-400-teleconverter-field-test-z-1-4-2-0/
EyeSpyEagle wrote:
Yes it will. I believe all the Z Bodies will. I've even used a Z50 with a 500PF & 2XTC @ F11.
https://coolwildlife.com/nikon-z-lenses/nikon-z-100-400-teleconverter-field-test-z-1-4-2-0/
EyeSpyEagle wrote:
RoamingScott wrote
Does anyone know if the Z7 can AF-C past f8? That would be something that kills using a 2x/100-400 on the Z7…Sony had this Issue until the A7R4.Dec 29, 2021 at 10:07 AM
p.9 #4Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
EyeSpyEagle wrote:
This is very helpful and encouraging.
My 100-400 is due to arrive tomorrow and I know I want to add a TC - both actually - but I am debating whether to buy the 2x or the 1.4 first. I have all three F mount TCs for my 300PF and use the TC20E III a lot, though focus acquisition with that combo on my Z7 is a bit slow with moving subjects, I have no complaints about the IQ though for 600mm in such a light package. The rest of the time the 1.4 is glued to the lens. I am tempted now to go straight to the 2x for my 100-400. I do not have a Z9 so I wonder if you have a Z7 you could try the 100-400 plus 2x on? If not a Z7 then maybe a Z6, 6 II or 7 II?
I would really appreciate it if you could hep out - and have the time.
I live by the Chesapeake and my main avian subjects are large birds - eagles, ospreys and herons.
Thanks
PatrickHey Patrick,
Glad it helps.
I do not have a Z7 and recently sold my Z7II, but I do have a Z6II.
I also have a 300PF, so I have an opinion before even testing this. The 300PF is an awesome lens that produces some superb images, but.... It is slow - very slow AF compared to many of my other lenses. I have used it with a 2x on several Z bodies and am familiar with your experience.
The 100-400S lens is in an entirely different league than the 300PF when it comes to AF speed. The difference is large. I suspect you...Show more →
Thanks Phil! Yes, of course I am aware of the F11 issue and would expect to use the 2x in good light. I did try my 200-500 with the 2x on my Z7 and that worked for sitting birds even with mediocre light. I am very much leaning towards getting the Z 2x first and the 1.4 later. Looking forward to your experience with the Z6 II and the 100-400 2x combo.
pwschladen wrote
Thanks Phil,This is very helpful and encouraging.
My 100-400 is due to arrive tomorrow and I know I want to add a TC - both actually - but I am debating whether to buy the 2x or the 1.4 first. I have all three F mount TCs for my 300PF and use the TC20E III a lot, though focus acquisition with that combo on my Z7 is a bit slow with moving subjects, I have no complaints about the IQ though for 600mm in such a light package. The rest of the time the 1.4 is glued to the lens. I am tempted now to go straight to the 2x for my 100-400. I do not have a Z9 so I wonder if you have a Z7 you could try the 100-400 plus 2x on? If not a Z7 then maybe a Z6, 6 II or 7 II?
I would really appreciate it if you could hep out - and have the time.
I live by the Chesapeake and my main avian subjects are large birds - eagles, ospreys and herons.
Thanks
Patrick
Glad it helps.
I do not have a Z7 and recently sold my Z7II, but I do have a Z6II.
I also have a 300PF, so I have an opinion before even testing this. The 300PF is an awesome lens that produces some superb images, but.... It is slow - very slow AF compared to many of my other lenses. I have used it with a 2x on several Z bodies and am familiar with your experience.
The 100-400S lens is in an entirely different league than the 300PF when it comes to AF speed. The difference is large. I suspect you...Show more →
Thanks Phil! Yes, of course I am aware of the F11 issue and would expect to use the 2x in good light. I did try my 200-500 with the 2x on my Z7 and that worked for sitting birds even with mediocre light. I am very much leaning towards getting the Z 2x first and the 1.4 later. Looking forward to your experience with the Z6 II and the 100-400 2x combo.
Dec 29, 2021 at 10:44 AM
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Here's a couple more with the 2xTC.
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Dec 29, 2021 at 12:24 PM
p.9 #6Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
EyeSpyEagle wrote:
Here's a couple more with the 2xTC.
Very impressive results considering it has a 2x TC attached!
Dec 29, 2021 at 02:11 PM
p.9 #7Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
In need of some phototherapy in spite of the dismal, murky, and drizzly weather here in Pennsylvania I resorted to using flash. This is a great lens even on the Z7ii.
More here. Mike's Blog
Blue Jay
Eastern Bluebirds
More here. Mike's Blog
Blue Jay
Eastern Bluebirds
Dec 30, 2021 at 05:01 PM
p.9 #8Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
MikeInPa wrote:
In need of some phototherapy in spite of the dismal, murky, and drizzly weather here in Pennsylvania I resorted to using flash. This is a great lens even on the Z7ii.
More here. Mike's Blog
Looks good Mike, you found some color. I'm next door to you in equally dreary Ohio right now.
Cheers,
Ross
In need of some phototherapy in spite of the dismal, murky, and drizzly weather here in Pennsylvania I resorted to using flash. This is a great lens even on the Z7ii.
More here. Mike's Blog
Looks good Mike, you found some color. I'm next door to you in equally dreary Ohio right now.
Cheers,
Ross
Dec 30, 2021 at 05:15 PM
p.9 #9Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
SeattleDucks wrote:
More here. Mike's BlogLooks good Mike, you found some color. I'm next door to you in equally dreary Ohio right now.
Cheers,
Ross
Hi Neighbor, I don’t mind when it’s overcast as I can shoot at my setup all day, if it’s sunny I have to quit after about 10am. When it’s murky like today I use a remote SB-8000 and that brightens things up nicely. Today I was mostly using manual flash at 1/16th and 1/32nd power.
Cheers
Mike
MikeInPa wrote
In need of some phototherapy in spite of the dismal, murky, and drizzly weather here in Pennsylvania I resorted to using flash. This is a great lens even on the Z7ii.More here. Mike's Blog
Cheers,
Ross
Hi Neighbor, I don’t mind when it’s overcast as I can shoot at my setup all day, if it’s sunny I have to quit after about 10am. When it’s murky like today I use a remote SB-8000 and that brightens things up nicely. Today I was mostly using manual flash at 1/16th and 1/32nd power.
Cheers
Mike
Dec 30, 2021 at 05:21 PM
p.9 #10Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
MikeInPa wrote:
More here. Mike's BlogLooks good Mike, you found some color. I'm next door to you in equally dreary Ohio right now.
Cheers,
RossHi Neighbor, I don’t mind when it’s overcast as I can shoot at my setup all day, if it’s sunny I have to quit after about 10am. When it’s murky like today I use a remote SB-8000 and that brightens things up nicely. Today I was mostly using manual flash at 1/16th and 1/32nd power.
Cheers
Mike
That low output flash worked really well.
SeattleDucks wrote
MikeInPa wrote
In need of some phototherapy in spite of the dismal, murky, and drizzly weather here in Pennsylvania I resorted to using flash. This is a great lens even on the Z7ii.More here. Mike's Blog
Cheers,
Ross
Cheers
Mike
That low output flash worked really well.
Dec 30, 2021 at 05:43 PM
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p.9 #11Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
MikeInPa wrote:
Hi Neighbor, I don’t mind when it’s overcast as I can shoot at my setup all day, if it’s sunny I have to quit after about 10am. When it’s murky like today I use a remote SB-8000 and that brightens things up nicely. Today I was mostly using manual flash at 1/16th and 1/32nd power.
Cheers
Mike
Flash doesn’t scare the birds away?
Dec 30, 2021 at 05:43 PM
p.9 #12Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
Testing the macro-lite abilities at MFD…needed to stop down a tad more, noted for next time.
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Dec 30, 2021 at 05:54 PM
p.9 #13Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
Only very occasionally. I use manual flash at very low power which is very short duration and doesn’t have the pre flashes that TTL flash produces.
Another Example of Flash.
Another Example of Flash.
Dec 30, 2021 at 07:27 PM
p.9 #14Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
Added to Image Threads
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1457926
https://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/1457926
Jan 01, 2022 at 08:34 AM
p.9 #15Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
A few subjects from the most challenging genre of photography, BIF
(Bovines in Fields)
(Bovines in Fields)
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Jan 01, 2022 at 03:30 PM
p.9 #16Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
I like the newest definition of the "BIF"
Jan 01, 2022 at 04:01 PM
p.9 #17Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
First day out with the Z9 and the 100-400mm and 1.4 TC on a bright sunny day in Florida when this pair of eagles locked resulting in 45 images as they spun to the lake below. Shot from a pontoon boat. Also all images are of the same quality with a tough almost noontime exposure.
Eagle Dance
Eagle Dance
Jan 02, 2022 at 06:40 PM
p.9 #18Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
DV613 wrote:
First day out with the Z9 and the 100-400mm and 1.4 TC on a bright sunny day in Florida when this pair of eagles locked resulting in 45 images as they spun to the lake below. Shot from a pontoon boat. Also all images are of the same quality with a tough almost noontime exposure.
Wow, terrific image!
Do you know which AF mode you used?
Cheers,
Ross
Edited on Jan 02, 2022 at 10:18 PM · View previous versions
First day out with the Z9 and the 100-400mm and 1.4 TC on a bright sunny day in Florida when this pair of eagles locked resulting in 45 images as they spun to the lake below. Shot from a pontoon boat. Also all images are of the same quality with a tough almost noontime exposure.
Wow, terrific image!
Do you know which AF mode you used?
Cheers,
Ross
Edited on Jan 02, 2022 at 10:18 PM · View previous versions
Jan 02, 2022 at 06:49 PM
p.9 #19Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
Hi Ross, I used small zone....thanks!
Jan 02, 2022 at 06:51 PM
p.9 #20Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S images thread
Another eagle about 10 minutes before sunset. In the brightest of light and then the low light as the sunset this autofocus never skipped a beat even with the 1.4tc on it. Another 40 plus image sequence on my first day put. So far really enjoying the Z9 and this lens combo.
Jan 02, 2022 at 06:58 PM