Nikkor 80-200 2.8 AF-D

Eddy

Hello all:
I would like to know if anyone has the Nikkon 80-200 AF-D lens 2.8 and pics A friedn of mine is selling his, he got it approx 2 mths ago does not use it and its practically brand new (he bought it brand new) no VR but thats ok..One more thing whats a good setting for starters on a D700 with this lens
Thanks
Eddy
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Raphy

It's a great lens, and if its a great price, definitely pick it up !

Eddy

Hey Raphy Thanks
BTW where are some good places to shoot.. I seriously want to shoot some birds with this lens, at this place in Niagra falls
here is the link' BTW nice Gallery on flickr if yer on rogers do they give the full blown version of flicker

http://www.niagarafallsaviary.com/
Eddy

Raphy

Eddy - a great place for birds in Toronto would have to be High Park... i will tell you though, when u start shooting birds, you will want more and more in terms of range... i find the 200mm end WAAAAY too short for birds, even with a 1.4xTC... i have a 200-500mm lends for birds (bit it
s only useful at f/8 unfortunately), and i'm still looking for a fast fixed prime lens for that... but i can't justify the cost right now for a 400mm or 500mm nikkor

jonh68

The 80-200 is a great lens, but will not be enough for bird photography unless you are good at sneaking around and the birds are about 4ft tall. If they are in a zoo, it will be great lens for that.

Eddy

Thanks guys much appreciated... well i need top pick this lens today offered him 650 after all we are good friends ... from singapore...and he's willing to give it to me for that so now i am soooooooo happy..about it..wooot thanks Raph and Jonh68 for their advice and forthcomming on the info on this lens

Mitchell

Eddy wrote:

Hello all:
One more thing whats a good setting for starters on a D700 with this lens

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Kyle D

Eddy wrote:

Hey Raphy Thanks
BTW where are some good places to shoot.. I seriously want to shoot some birds with this lens, at this place in Niagra falls
here is the link' BTW nice Gallery on flickr if yer on rogers do they give the full blown version of flicker

http://www.niagarafallsaviary.com/
Eddy

The aviary in Niagara Falls is a great place to go. I try to get down there at least once a year. It is definitely a target rich environment. Here's some shots I've gotten over the past couple of years with my D50 and Sigma 70-300 APO.

Eddy

Thanks Kyle ...should i bring a flash, And what lens is good for this kind of indoor photo shoot
Thanks

Kyle D

Eddy wrote:

Thanks Kyle ...should i bring a flash, And what lens is good for this kind of indoor photo shoot
Thanks

On my many trips there I've used everything from my 18-55 II, 50mm f/1.8, and my Sigma 70-300mm APO. I've also used my SB-600 too. Although in the main part of the aviary it is plenty bright in there most days so you don't need a flash, but some fill flash doesn't hurt.

As for the lens, the 80-200 f/2.8 would be a perfect lens. It is actually on the very top of my lens wishlist and will probably be my next purchase (unless a D2Hs comes up that strikes my fancy).

Although if you're using it on a D700, the Nikon 70-300 VR or the 80-400 VR might also suit you well in there. But there is nothing like holding a nice heavy and fast piece of Nikon glass in your hand. I've tested the 80-200 out on my D50 a few times and each time I fall more and more in love with it! I'd say, pick up the 80-200 and if you don't like it you could always sell it to me on a finance plan!