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Speed of Focus question
I shoot ALOT of competitive cheerleading, 85% cheer, 10% youth football, 5% portrait work
Looking at the 80-200 2.8 non AF-S.
I have always rented the 70-200VR.
Using a D300, I know the 70-200 is gonna focus faster ....but how much faster?
And does the AF-S make that much of a difference in focusing speed?
As always it is a cost issue. Around $750 for the 80-200 used vs. $1200+ for the 70-200VR.
Looking at the 80-200 2.8 non AF-S.
I have always rented the 70-200VR.
Using a D300, I know the 70-200 is gonna focus faster ....but how much faster?
And does the AF-S make that much of a difference in focusing speed?
As always it is a cost issue. Around $750 for the 80-200 used vs. $1200+ for the 70-200VR.
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I assume you're talking about a used 70-200 also, right? 'Cause you better think another grand for a new one. I borrowed an 80-200 before I bought my 70-200 VRII so have done direct "field conditions" comparisons. The difference in focusing speed was enough to convince me to cough-up the extra money. VRII was an extra bonus that I really don't use that much for sports. It comes in handy for hand-held, natural-light portraiture though. If you have the money, buy the 70-200. If it's a problem, get the 80-200. It too is a great lens, as you prolly already know.
Natural selection is responsible for every living thing that exists.
D3s, D500, D5300, and way more glass than the wife knows about.
Yes, definetely a used 70-200. I think I am just getting antsy as I have the money saved up for an 80-200 but not quite there for the 70-200VR.
Thanks for the advice.