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Nikon AF-S VR 70-200 f/2.8G IF-ED anyone own one?

wild_england
 
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Nikon AF-S VR 70-200 f/2.8G IF-ED anyone own one?

Post Thu Jan 31, 2008 6:27 pm


I was wondering if anyone has any comments on this lens?
Any links to examples they have taken?
All I know its rather expensive!

Regards

djwixx
 
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Post Thu Jan 31, 2008 9:36 pm


See http://www.pbase.com/cameras/nikon/70-200_28g_afs

If I had money burning a hole in my pocket I wouldn't question getting one.
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prinothcat
 
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Post Thu Jan 31, 2008 11:13 pm


They are right nice. I don't have that sort of cash so I went with the 80-200 2.8 AF-D which is the lens that 70-200 replaces. If you are confident in your ability this is a valid alternative at ~1/2 the price. They are going out of production, and may only be available online/mail order. Very sharp lens, very fast. Good AF although it has some limitations.

andrewnyhus
 
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Post Fri Feb 01, 2008 4:06 am


I love mine! I use it quite a bit for indoor basketball. Check out my photos here: http://www.pbase.com/andrewnyhus

adz929
 
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Post Sat Feb 02, 2008 12:42 am


The 70-200 is whats on my camera most of the time, super sharp, great contrast and super quick AF, if you've got the cash, go for it.
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howzer
 
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I own one

Post Sun Feb 03, 2008 9:55 pm


I own one and I love it. Not only for the picture quality but the build quality and weather sealing. I took a hike in heavy snow with my D300 and this lens today :)

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// Howzer

adz929
 
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Post Mon Feb 04, 2008 6:59 am


Yah, I've had my D200 and 70-200 out in rather heavy rain with no problems, but then again, i've done the same with my Sigma 10-20 mounted :shock:
adz929...The protanomolous photographer...

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jdepould
 
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Re: I own one

Post Mon Feb 04, 2008 10:15 pm


howzer wrote:I own one and I love it. Not only for the picture quality but the build quality and weather sealing. I took a hike in heavy snow with my D300 and this lens today :)

// Howzer


I commend your extreme weather camera usage. :)
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