600mm lens manufacturing quality

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p.1 #1 · p.1 #1 · 600mm lens manufacturing quality

I have been a passive spctator for quite some time now, but it is a time for a big Hello 🙂.
I am a wildlife photographer who take her passion seriously. The thing is, after quite some time, i have almost collected enough money to get my dreamy, glassy, 600mm long Stradivarius.
Currently i shoot with sony a7 iv and 200-600 and can only say i love this combo. There are of course some things i like more than the others, but as it is my first serious camera i dont really have a reference point.
I have probably read and watched all the internet has to offer including some really geeky stuff from lensrentals which strangely enough i quite enjoyed. I cannot make a choice between nikon and sony. The fact that i already shoot sony does not matter, as i first and foremost care about the lens quality.
Do you know how does the two (600gm and tc vr s) compare regarding manufacturing quality? And also what about the impact of 3 vs 2 fluorite elements or 9 vs 11 diaphragm blades. Is there any difference in autofocus speed, precision and sound? And what about focus breathing? I now it is a lot of questions, but i want to get the best lens possible while being aware of its strengths and weaknesses.

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Feb 26, 2024 at 03:34 PM

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p.1 #2 · p.1 #2 · 600mm lens manufacturing quality

Welcome
since this is a general gear talk forum and you are talking about specific products i would advise you to post your specific questions on the optics you are interested in on the forums related to your camera. that way you will get possibly better and more experienced answers.

Feb 26, 2024 at 04:29 PM

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p.1 #3 · p.1 #3 · 600mm lens manufacturing quality

Ok, i've posted on nikon subforum. Thanks

Feb 27, 2024 at 12:01 AM

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p.1 #4 · p.1 #4 · 600mm lens manufacturing quality

Do you have any gear rental options in your country? Renting your proposed lens choices would be a good way for you to be sure what feels best before purchasing one. Whichever route you go, I absolutely agree with your logic of choosing the lens first and camera second.

Feb 27, 2024 at 11:50 AM

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p.1 #5 · p.1 #5 · 600mm lens manufacturing quality

Renting would probably solve most of the problems but it is quite impossible in my place.

Feb 27, 2024 at 12:42 PM

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p.1 #6 · p.1 #6 · 600mm lens manufacturing quality

Perhaps another factor worth considering is what level of customer support is available in your region. I get the impression there is some variation from country to country in the EU as far as repair and customer service from various manufacturers. Try to contact your respective Nikon and Sony customer service centers and explain what you are considering. You may get a good sense of what level of support one company offers versus another for your location.

Feb 27, 2024 at 02:24 PM


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