70-200mm f2.8 VR+2x teleconverter vs 80-400mm f4.5-5.6 VR

[TMC]

I got trouble with the 300/2.8 already. Cant even begin to imagine the 400/2.8

 

[Reno]

I think you will not go wrong with the 70-200. Slapping on a 2x TC will probably not degrade it worse than the 80-400 at 400mm.

you will be surprise of the picture at 400mm fom the 80-400mm VR. Try google for the pic taken with 80-400mm VR. It is very nice.

I agree with Garion saying, you need long reach for wildlife shooting.

 

[Reno]

400/2.8!!

500mm/F4..!!

 

[lsisaxon]

Umm..I think she's a gal...even for guys the weight (and size) is gonna be a killer.

Yeah.. I know.. just being a little mischevious.

Anyway I think TMC is right, the weight is rather important too.. what existing lenses do you have now? If you have something that cover a faster mid-tele, or you're really sure you don't need a fast mid-tele, then the 80-400VR should be fine too.

 

[lsisaxon]

500mm/F4..!!

1200/8 or 2000/11 !!

 

[Ling Nightsky]

yes, i'm a girl... haha...
yup, i guess you are right... weight of the lens is also a problem.

I'm only just investing in a Nikon D70s.... getting the 105 macro f2.8 and extension tubes also. Thinking of getting the Benro tripod.... any better recommmendation that is <300 for tripod?

 

[TMC]

feisol. I sell you mine :bsmilie: Ling, you struck lottery or something? Investing in so many stuff within such a short time.

 

[Ling Nightsky]

feisol. I sell you mine :bsmilie: Ling, you struck lottery or something? Investing in so many stuff within such a short time.

yeah, i really wish... haha

 

[glennyong]

70-200 + TC would make a better option

Nikon VR 70-200 is a better option. in terms of AF, and optical quality. (its AFS!)

80-400. after all its a AF lens...

 

[davidkennedychang]

70-200 + TC would make a better option

Nikon VR 70-200 is a better option. in terms of AF, and optical quality. (its AFS!)

80-400. after all its a AF lens...

Ya you are right:thumbsup: I use to have the 80-400 is so noisy went it foce so change to 70-200 VR so smooth without any noise. 70-200VR:thumbsup:

 

[thomas_lkt]

Since you are using D70s, it is better to go for 70-200.
The AF with 80-400 will be slow and you may have problems getting the lens focus fast enough to capture active wildlife.
and you'll need the widest aperture lens you can afford when you shoot inside a jungle/forest.

 

[espn]

I got trouble with the 300/2.8 already. Cant even begin to imagine the 400/2.8

Weakling :sticktong

 

[Ling Nightsky]

hmmm, seems like it's a 50-50... still thinking...

 

[espn]

hmmm, seems like it's a 50-50... still thinking...

Don't have to think, the answer's clear. 70-200VR + TC.

 

[Dennis]

I use the 70-200 + TCEII option since I am not in to tele as it gives better options as stated by many above but I find that the lens don't balance well after putting the 2 together. 80-400 may be lighter and balance better. If you always use a monopod or tripot than it is OK.

 

[espn]

I use the 70-200 + TCEII option since I am not in to tele as it gives better options as stated by many above but I find that the lens don't balance well after putting the 2 together. 80-400 may be lighter and balance better. If you always use a monopod or tripot than it is OK.

80-400VR is not AF-S, and it's not IF hor... ;p

 

[Dennis]

Pro comment :thumbsup:

80-400VR is not AF-S, and it's not IF hor... ;p

 

[espn]

Pro comment :thumbsup:

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[Dennis]

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[espn]

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