Nikon Lenses

[Frank Teodosio]

I previously asked this Forum about the difference between the 80-200mm F2.8 and F.28D. In talking with others they suggested checking out the 70-210 F4-5.6 AF lens. Any info would be appreciated, so as I can make a dicisson on what to buy.

Thanks a lot...

F

 

[nicefor88]

Keep your first idea, the 80-200 f2.8 is just the best buy. It's been replaced now by the 70-200 AFS. Some of them have a problem with the silent internal motor unable to reach infinity, or doing so painfully making ugly noises. Aaaargh! I gave up mine and finally kept my 5-year old 80-200.

 

[Pinholemaster]

I owned all three models of the Nikkor 80-200 mm zoom. Other than the first model with the plastic mount for the front element which would easily break, always loved the lens.

Now I have the 70-200 mm zoom. It always reaches infinity, and has never made an ugly noise. Great lens. The more millimeters the better I say. HA!

I'm sorry our friend from Buxelles has had such a problem with the 70-200. Nikon should have fixed your lens under warrantee.

 

[Frank Teodosio]

Thanks

Thanks to all for your input, It has been greatly appreciated.

Thanks again

Frank T (photo144)

 

[PhotoJim]

I own the 70-210/4-5.6 AF and the 80-200/2.8 AF (both non-D). The 2.8 blows away the 4-5.6.

So why do I own both? The 70-210 is about a third of the weight of the 80-200. There are times when I would carry it and not the 2.8. The 70-210 is also dirt cheap. (I paid $55 for mine.)

 

[RichA]

I has to be an exceptional non-ED lens to keep up with an ED lens. I've seen it happen, but most of the old lenses just are not as good. But, old zooms like Vivitar's Series 1 are a dime a dozen so experimenting is cheap.

 

[Pumal]

In term of zooms; the 800-200 f/2.8 is great. I prefer primes. In that area I doubt that an ED would be better than an old one. I have both, but I prefer an old prime any time.

 

[SchwinnParamount]

Try http://www.naturfotograf.com/lens_surv.html#top. This guy has an extensive review section for Nikon lenses. Another guy who can help with questions about Nikon lenses is http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/nikkor.htm

 

[Pumal]

Nothing beats personal experience