Thanks for the advice, but I have the first AFS 300 F4, and other than lacking VR, I can\'t find a thing I don\'t like about that lens. Sure a more compact model might be nice, but @ $1800, the PF seems to be a bit spendy given my current lens alignment.
My interest in the 200-500mm f5.6 stems from the desire to get a little more telephoto now that I am trying to do more wildlife w an FX body.
Regardless of my own personal dilemma it\'s nice the Nikon now has multiple \"affordable\" ways to get into long-lens photography\'.
Bruce Steve Perry wrote: OwlsEyes wrote:
@Birdbrooks and Steve Perry,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences. I have been waiting for some input from those who bought the lens and were willing to divorce themselves from the \"sticker-shock/got to defend the purchase\" and be a bit more objective about their experiences. This is what I tried to do when I reviewed the D7200, as it is this type of objectivity that can help others make an informed decision or and avoid a regretful purchase.
As a guy who splits his time between wildlife and landscapes and is willing to make long-term investments in good glass and bodies, it sounds as if my current lens-body combo is the best I can find within my budget. My only hangup with the 200-400VR relates to its bulk and how it balances (or doesn\'t) on a tripod and in the hand. Now that I\'ve got it mounted to a D4, I am finding that the AF is more accurate and responsive than ever and when on the D7200 or D800E, find the lens to be more than sharp enough.
Guess I just need to spend more time in the gym and stop looking for that more compact solution.
BTW Birdbrooks... I definitely recall seeing you @ the GHO nest... some of the worst light possible in that suburban nature center!!
thanks again,
bruce
Hey Bruce - I tell ya, that new 300 F4 with the D7200 is pretty amazing (with and w/o TC). I\'d say it\'s definitely on par with the big primes as far as IQ goes. Obviously if you need a zoom it\'s out, but if a prime would work, I know I\'ve been impressed with it so far.
Dec 12, 2015 at 02:08 PM
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