NIKON 70-200mm LENS

[msc5195]

Looking to get a NIKON AF-S VR Zoom-NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED Lens for my NIKON D-40X. Where are you guys getting the best price on these lens? I have bought from and had good luck at Cameta Camera in N.Y. but thought I would look around for the best price possible. Not looking for the cheapest price but I am looking for the best price from a reputable dealer.

Also willing to buy used if you have one in mint condition for sale at a good price.:D Hint Hint:D

Robert

[Scream And Fly]

Robert - B&H is the way to go. www.bhphotovideo.com. Most reputable dealer in the world.

[ssent]

Thanks Greg. Some pretty good prices I see.

[Scream And Fly]

Thanks Greg. I see those AF lenses aren't cheap.

Some are inexpensive, but not the pro lenses. The 70-200 runs about $1700 or so.

[ssent]

I assume your using the pro lenses with the quality of pics your posting. Or is there really that much difference? I put that site on favorites for when get some extra cash. :D

Thanks Troy

[Scream And Fly]

Troy,

Yes, I only use pro gear, but consumer lenses can produce very similar results in the hands of an accomplished photographer. There's a lot more to getting good shots than just the equipment used :)

Greg

[Fish]

i recently bought the 80/200 f2.8 for my d80 and am extremely happy with it.

[hsbob]

great lens at a pro price. just remember vr doesnt help with moving objects, just the static ones [in low lite]. im to the point of not considering vr lens for that issue. you can use the money saved to buy a high powered flash and get sharp pictures.

[pyro]

B&H has it back in stock. I ordered mine today. :D

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/274780-USA/Nikon_2139_70_200mm_f_2_8D_VR_G_AFS.html

[Scream And Fly]

B&H has it back in stock. I ordered mine today. :D

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/274780-USA/Nikon_2139_70_200mm_f_2_8D_VR_G_AFS.html

Great choice!

[jphii]

Hey Greg, I know you've covered this before but I'm gonna ask anyways:D :D

Besides VR, what are the main differences between the 80-200 & 70-200?

[pyro]

AF-S autofocus, better tripod mount, newer auto/manual selector design, lack of aperture ring, and all of the VR functions of course; also the hood is included with the 70-200 VR, which is a few ounces heavier than the trusty 80-200, by the way.

[Scream And Fly]

Hey Greg, I know you've covered this before but I'm gonna ask anyways:D :D

Besides VR, what are the main differences between the 80-200 & 70-200?

Main difference is that the 70-200 is an AF-S lens (ultrasonic internal motor), whereas the 80-200 is an AF lens (uses camera focus drive motor). The 70-200 edges the 80-200 slightly in image quality, although nobody would ever notice the difference.

[pyro]

B&H has it back in stock. I ordered mine today. :D

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/274780-USA/Nikon_2139_70_200mm_f_2_8D_VR_G_AFS.html

It's out of stock again at B+H, it sold out in 24 hours this time. Snooze=lose.

Mine's in transit as we speak. :D

[pyro]

This lens is freakin' sweet... :D

[Scream And Fly]

This lens is freakin' sweet... :D

Let's see some samples :)

[pyro]

It's back in stock at B+H, yet again. Who knows how long they'll hold out this time.