Nikon 70-180mm - Lighter, Cheaper, Smaller... BUT...

Thursday, 13 July 2023 11:09

Half the price, 1/3 lighter, 85% of the range... with a few drawbacks.

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  • Comment Link Eliot Nierman Thursday, 13 July 2023 20:31 posted by Eliot Nierman

    Would compare the range 70-120 with z24-120 (both at f4) and 100-180 range at comparable f stops with z100-400

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  • Comment Link Sherman Thursday, 13 July 2023 21:16 posted by Sherman

    I have the z24-120 f4. would having the z70-180 be over kill?

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  • Comment Link Stan Obert Friday, 14 July 2023 01:21 posted by Stan Obert

    I own the 70-200 2.8 S lens which I use extensively in the theaters when I am more stationary. For events, when I am moving around much more, I pre-ordered the 70-180 2.8. The weight difference between these two lenses is fairly significant for long photo shoots. The 70-180mm also has,a 1:2 macro ratio and is also designed to use Nikon's Z mount teleconverters.

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  • Comment Link Marcel Tuesday, 18 July 2023 17:18 posted by Marcel

    Hello,
    I have the 70-200 f/4 (on FTZ2) which is stabilized (by relatively old techno).
    I would be interested in the comparison:image quality both at fastest aperture and stabilization.
    In case you can have this lens...

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