Thanks Nigel, I appreciate your review. I have this lens and the D6ii. I have loved it and find the same results and you. It is a great all around lens.
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Absolutely! I now have downsized to micro four thirds and shoot with an Olympus OM-D E-M1 II (574 gms) and although I have several prime lenses (16mm 1.4, 25mm 2.8, 60mm 2.8 macro, 75-300mm 4.8-6.7), by far my favorite is my Olympus 12-100mm f4 Pro. This is a full frame equivalent 24-200mm and weighs 561 gm. There is stabilization in both the camera and lens that work together so f4 is fine, especially outdoors. As a "Pro" version the optics are just great so I don't worry about the quality. On travel trips I have found I seldom use any of the other lenses and even seldom use my tripod. At 1135 gms camera and lens combined, I can't beat this and think the 12-100mm is perfect for everything except birds, when I use my 75-300mm (150-600mm full frame equivalent). I think this is a very thoughtful video - we need to stop pixel peeping and realize "the best camera is the one you have with you" and also that goes for the "best lens".
I should've done that instead of my FZ1000. I think your setup is smaller and lighter than my one, not to mention a better performer. The more I think about it, the sillier small sensors become.
Yes. I shoot the same combination of OM camera, and it's great for travel. I love that lens. I also own a Z7, and bought the 24-200 because of my fondness for the olympus setup. I used to own an Olympus 12-60 2.8 in the old days of four-thirds, another great travel lens, and now I see that Nikon is coming out with a 24-120.
Thanks for the re-assurance. I purchased this a few months ago and along with my 14-30 f4 Z lens, 90+% of my landscape & cityscape, including night, needs are met.
Thanks for posting this video. For me the opportunity is everything. I get out a little with my wife and 3 year old. When I see something inspiring I just pull out the camera, zoom to the right feel and shoot, rearly do I get much time for more before I'm getting left far behind. It keeps me happy with the results and I can keep up and enjoy the company ☺️
Nigel, That's exactly what I did last week during a snowstorm here in NYC. I picked up this lens, 24-200mm, when I went out in the snow to take a few photos.
This sounds like a good lens when not only weight becomes an issue, but age also.. I am at an age where I love doing landscape photography but it is getting to the point where the weight of my camera bag outweighs the the climb up a hillside, so one lens covering 28 to 200 seems worth contemplating. Your book is excellent .
Have you considered that Pebbles watches you spend hours each outing talking to yourself, and that Pebbles is growing increasingly concerned about your mental health ? Or that you can see someone that Pebbles can’t somehow ?
You are a mind-reader Nigel. I selected this lens (along with the 50mm f1.8) as my first lens for all the reasons you note. Your shot of Pebbles is OUTSTANDING. Thanks so much for the timely change of pace!
I’ve got to say as a brand new photographer (first camera will arrive Friday) getting the 25-200mm is a MUCH easier cost than a 24-70mm and 70-200mm. I’ll be getting a feel of it all with the 24-200 while I save for the higher quality 2 different lenses. Could you maybe do a video talking about why an F-4 lens is so massively different from an F-2.8 lens. Hopefully it will help justify the cost difference too. 😎😬
24-200! You beat me to it, I've been playing around with the 28-200 from Tamron since December - so far so good. I would have loved those extra 4mm and having such a practical lens would actually make me consider switching to Nikon (yes, I said that xD). Hopefully, Sony will soon up their mirrorless lens game... their old super zoom lens (24-240) just doesn't have the quality.
Now that the Tamron 28-200 for Sony E is in the market, that probably spoils Sony's ambition to refurbish their 24-240? They would have to give the market a good reason, why customers would want to pay e.g. 50%+ more. Unfortunately Sony seems a bit lame with lens updates in general, esp. for consumer-ish lenses, e.g. their old cheap nifty fifty (50mm 1.8) is overdue for an update since long, but to no avail.
Mads, if I recall from your videos your current favorite lens is the 24-105. Nikon has a 24-105 on the Z lens roadmap.>:) I look forward to seeing your first shots of Denmark taken with a Nikon.
thanks , as a total armature with a very limited budget i really only can afford one good lens . this is very help full to me as im just about to pull the trigger on a new lens and go hungry for a week or two . stay safe from Dublin , Eire .
You don t need an expensive, excellent equipment for landscape photography. Because in-between 5 and 9 aperture most lenses work very well. Most important thing in landscape photography is: LANDSCAPE :-).
It's very hard to argue against the 14-30 & 24-200 combo for landscapes, very powerful, sharp, lightweight pair of lenses - would never have imagined a few years ago 2 lenses could cover such a wide range of focal lengths! I've been very pleased with my 24-200.
I have the 24-200 as well and am very satisfied with it. Much lighter than the 24-70 (which I also have). Since the majority of my shots outside do not require a fast aperture, I find the 24-200 is "good enough" and very convenient. Loved the video!
I know this feeling all too well and I'm glad you made a video about it. When I struggle to decide which lens to bring, I will choose versatility over slight quality if it means getting the shot. I love my Nikon 28-300mm.
Over 90% of my photos are taken with my Olympus 12-100 mm Pro lens (12-200 mm in m43 = 24-200 mm FF equivalent). It's a great focal range. Great for hiking.
I bought the 24-200 f4 from my pro-photographer son to use as my main lens for my Z6 just 24 hours before finding this video Always gratifying to have reinforcing opinions to counter the possible onset of buyer's remorse. Not that I'm expecting any doubts. My son is just finishing up an excellent 45-minute documentary with all video and stills shot with the lens. I can also vouch for the Peak Design straps.
Thanks so much Nigel. Lovely to see Pebbles again - she is a wonderful girl. Canon has an equivalent 24-240 lens for its mirrorless system and I must admit that I'm using this more than the other 10 lenses in my kit. Reasons: weight as you describe, bulk of carrying more than one lens, and reach. Older photographers really do have to make different choices about their kit and the tradeoff of slightly more distortion and vignetting is a reasonable trade-off. That said, it's nice to have the option to switch to better glass when needed, or to specialized glass (faster, wider, even softer special effects) when needed. It really means planning more and not carrying around the same kit all the time. I've come to enjoy packing out the kit before heading out - gives me the sense of a new adventure each time.
I have a 24-200mm for my Z6 and have been thinking of buying a 70-200mm. You just saved me a lot of money. But you made me buy a Peak Design sling strap instead!
I love my Sony 24-240 because I only need one lens when I am hiking around and I can capture a wide variety of shots in the backcountry. I am sure that I am losing some quality, but it is wonderful to have diversity.
What really caught my eye was the quality of continuous auto focus of z6 ii in the video. Apart from the conversation regarding the lens, this video really showed how effective and sticky AF is in Nikon 2nd generation of cameras.
I have used the Z24-200 since it was available and it’s my favourite lens these days. It’s very sharp other than in the very extreme corners where it also suffers from 24-40mm bad distortion where uprights lean outwards. But if you understand it’s few weaknesses it is a brilliant all round small lens. I have the f2.8 lenses it covers but rarely use them unless I need ultimate quality from my Z7II or Z6II. Many of the images I sell down here in west Cornwall where I teach landscape photography are taken with this lens. Nice to see you using this great little lens.
Read something that sharpness gets much worse at apertures smaller than f8. What's your experience? This lense would be perfect for me, especially budgetwise
I love these zooms too, in the end no photo has to be perfect for personal use. Capturing the scene at the right moment is most important to me. Meanwhile I try to take only 2 lenses with, a superzoom and a wide angle for the city or a larger telephoto when I shoot wildlife photos. One reason for mirrorless cameras is also the weight savings.
I do a lot of hiking and i got a similar lens recently and i love it. Not changing lenses is not only great, but you don’t miss as many shots that way.
It is heartwarming to see you and Pebble striving around in a beautiful misty landscape and and one can get a feel by the video sequences of the strong relationship between the two of you. You'r absolutely right one has to find a balance between "quality" and "practicality" and for that purpose I often carry a small SONY RX100V with me that complements my Nikon D750 with a given lens for the day. Not bad either, don't you think?
Totally agree with your review (as if you needed my approval) incredibly versatile lens. Decided to get this lens instead of 24-70 kit lens for just that reason. Waiting anxiously for the 200-600 to fill my wildlife photography needs. Z lenses have exceeded my expectations!
Great video as always. I have this lens so great to hear someone so experienced talk about it so positively. Really excited about your new book, cannot wait to see it. I now have a love of tree photography after watching your videos and spend my walks looking for those special ones. Pebbles is adorable, what a great companion!
Having recently bought one myself, it's very reassuring to have someone of Nigel's experience backing this lens. Part of my thinking is to keep my cabin baggage within tight weight limits for smaller aircraft / internal flights (remember those?).
That’s my next lens, for all the reasons you state. Been waiting for it to be in stock for so long! I think this new generation of Z lenses are re-writing the rule book, I swear my Z24-70 f4 is identical in sharpness and maybe almost better at controlling highlight flare than my Z50 1.8! I’m happy to hear that this 24-200 is more than shootable. I don’t want any more weight! I’m currently ‘training’ for post lockdown photo trips by sticking 2 x 5kg dumbbells in a rucksack and going up and down a huge flight of steps opposite my house - my own personal mountain 😆
Perfect timing thanks. I have a Z6 24-70 and F mount 70-200 but have been toying for weeks about buying the 24-200. I live in the Lakes and am on the fells a lot don't like carrying much wait or changing lenses in poor weather. I took the plunge and ordered last week due this week. Watching your vlog makes me feel I made the right choice.
Exactly why I bought my 18-300mm for my Nikon D5600, so much easier to have one walkabout lens & I was thoroughly sick of needing to pay for sensor cleans due to changing lenses while out & about. Not as tack sharp as I would like but much better than I expected!
I have the olympus 12-100 and love it, quality is amazing, last week received the 24-200 and I am very impressed. Now I can walk locally no tripod and get my exercise and still take some shots. Covers 90% of shots.
Perfect timing. I just purchased this lens too, for all the same reasons you mention. I have the 24-70 f4 and was contemplating the 70-200 2.8 but the weight (and cost) was prohibiting for me. I've only used the 24-200 a few times but its portability, weight and overall sharpness is exactly what I want. Looking forward to seeing more shots from you using this lens. Thanks for all your videos, I've watched them all, and learned a lot from you Nigel.
Neat Nigel, a nice change. I bought the 24-200 prior to a trip last November and it's proved itself a great tool. Replaced my excellent 24-70 f4 and I don't miss it at all. Looking forward to using this in the Faroes in October!
Thanks much, Nigel for the vote of confidence using a wide range lens! I’ve been using a Nikon 18-200mm lens for more than 10 years and although I have other lenses I keep using it for the ease of use you describe. Great video as always.
Yeah, the flexibility of a zoom like that is great. I use a 14-140 (28 to 280 FF equiv.) on my mft Panasonic G9. The lens weighs only 265g and it's the one I use most because of its 10x focal length range. 👍
I use a kit Nikon 18-105mm all the time when I am out walking. It does everything I want and it's light. Would I use it professionally for a wedding or something like that? No. But, I have gotten incredible landscape and street shots traveling and walking around with it.
Inspired, I just picked up a used 18-140mm for my Z50 (F mount, until they bring out the Z version). I bought the Z50 with the two lens kit, as I found that on walks / camps I was just not taking my camera kit because it became so big and heavy. I now always carry the Z50, but recently the lens that is always on my camera is the 50-250mm (because, better dog photos), meaning I miss lots of wider shots out and about (because, lens changing faff =/= happy couple walks!). Decided I would happily trade the 140-250mm on the long end for 18-50mm on the wide end to keep the peace. One small camera, one lens, and one Peak Designs camera clip and I think we have the happy medium for out-and-about photography :)
I brought the 24-200mm to go with my 24-70mm F2.8S & 70-200mm. Sometimes you only want to take one light weight lens & this is ideal for family gatherings or travel. This lens knocks spots off my old 28-300mm quality wise & is great to carry around on a hike & you will take a lot more pictures with this lighter lens. Don't get me wrong, I absolutely adore my 24-70mm f2.8S but this lens definitely has a place in my kit bag for the right situation.
Let's face it, the vast majority of us produce little but mediocre landscape photos and the 24-200 would fit nicely into that narrative. I take the trinity on each and every outing and still manage to achieve brilliant mediocrity. Having just the 24-200 would provide a bit of ego insulation, an excuse so to speak and perhaps lead to a greater enjoyment of the process. Perhaps I could just take out my Pebbles and leave the whole kit behind in search of just outstanding memories.
I shoot with very modest gear. I currently use an 11-year old Nikon d5200 and my go-to lens is a Tamron 18-400. f3.5-6.3. Most of the time it suits me well enough as I rarely shoot wide open anyway.
I’m new to photography and this is the only lens I have for my DSLR. I figured I’d start with it and learn the heck out of my capabilities with it. Later on I will know what else I need.
Great video Nigel! The key word here is “opportunity” and that comes across brilliantly clear in your video here. It is not a massive compromise nowadays when all major manufacturers are able to produce good quality glass for tighter budgets and weight concerns. I’m glad Nikon have chosen to mix their introductory roadmap with both super hi-end glass and with these more affordable and lightweight alternatives as well. This way it has become clear that the Z system is here to stay and it is able to cater to any use-case out there, really. Thanks for pointing this out Nigel!
Excellent video, so relaxing watching you in the outdoors with your trusted champion, Pebbles. I was considering the 24-200 and you helped me make that decision. Thank you.
Yeah, I used to carry 2 bodies each with a different prime lens, but now that I’m into my 70s’ I appreciate having one of these all-in-one lenses. Good to know that the quality of the images are that good👍😊
The 24-200 is a great lens if you're wanting to do landscape, but don't want to carry around a tripod because it's so light, and it's great if your hiking around too, because in one single lens you have focal ranges from 24 to 200mm. When I'm out doing landscape, I always take my trinity of lenses (14-30, 24-70 and a 70-200) as well as a 24-200. I generally keep the 24-200 on a body by my side as I'm hiking around, and use the other lenses when I'm going to be a a location for a bit and can set up a tripod. But the 24-200 is such a handy lens, i personally think everyone from travel photographers to landscape photographers should have it in their bag. It's so versatile and is reasonably priced given what it can do for you and your photography. And I mean I will use my 24-200 when I'm just walking around around town or in general, as it's much easier to manage and you don't really have to worry about having the "wrong" lens on the camera. Again, for situations where I'm going to be somewhere for a while, I'll opt for my 70-200 but if I'm just out for a walk, the 24-200 is usually what's on my camera. I mean traveling around New york city last year, I had the 14-30, 24-70 (f/4 S) and a 70-300 and I probably missed quite a few shots moving between the 24-70 and the 70-300... enough that I ended up selling both and buying the 24-200 (which selling both paid for the 24-200 so I broke even basically). And now I don't worry about the lens or the camera as much and can focus on the photographic side of things. And that's really the target use I think for the 24-200 is: convenience, perhaps a little cost to image quality (yes the lens isn't as sharp at 200mm as say a 70-200 or even a 70-300mm AFP but you have the convenience of a wide focal range in a single lens, and the image quality isn't that bad in all honesty. I think things do get a little soft at at he 200mm end especially in the corners, but only upon close inspection (like at 100% in PS).
Great video! I’m a novice and an older person. I can’t carry lots of gear so I have an 18 to 300. I find it versatile. I also use the peak design strap.
Really interesting to hear you describe how useful this lens is. I usually carry 14-30 and 70-200 F mount. When hiking Snowdonia last year (outside of lockdown of course) I only took 24-70 f4 as didn’t want to lug kit so this 24-200 would’ve given me more options. I guess I could ditch the 70-200 F for it which means the FTZ adapter can be left out of the bag and means I’m all in Z mount-wise.
I downsized to Olympus and have the 12-100 Pro and guess I shoot 90% of my images with it. It is my air travel lens as well - one body and one lens great when your knees are knackered!
@Pete Melon I can see that your suggestion would work for some, although two different systems brings with it its own portability issue. Personally I would rather only have one system so I've always got it with me. But agree, APS C seems to be the wrong answer every time.
@Pete Melon I understand that, but it means that whenever you use the full frame, you are missing out on the portability benefit which I think is very important. Personally, in your scenario, I would finish up using the Sony 95% of the time. I would therefore prefer just to use MFT 100% of the time as I see it as the perfect compromise.
I like watching your videos sometimes, just because of the sceneries you visit and how beautifully you capture these scenes, while walking and talking, it's really relaxing. Also, your tips and expertise are an awesome plus! :)
I would have thought this would have been your first buy if you like walking without a lot of gear on your back, the trouble I find with so called super zooms is at the wide end and the long end they give slightly soft results but this can easily be rectified in post! I don't own any modern equipment so I wish you all the best with yours, now let's concentrate on seeing some more of your wonderful pictures you are going to take with your new lens. Thank you for taking us with you again!
My budget DSLR is a Canon 800D with an 18-135mm lens (which I believe a similar full frame equivalent to your 24-200). I do about 0.5% of the photography you do but I agree the flexibility makes it so worthwhile. It's my only lens apart from a 10-18, which has a specific use case.
Great topic Nigel ! Weight and bulk optimization for full frame systems is important. I'm thinking too how to reduce the weight and size of my lens kit without compromising too much quality. Not all camera systems have quality super zooms. That's cool that Nikon has one.
Great video as always. The pictures were amazing and I'll admit to being envious of your backyard. You were spot on about the pros and cons of the 24-200. I really enjoy using the lens and it is always mounted to my camera. To be able to sit in one spot and have the flexibility to go wide and zoom in without stopping to change lenses is especially useful in the wide desert mesas of my area. Also not having to worry about sand getting into the camera during the lens swap is a bonus. And thanks for reminding me about the manual corrections available in the lens correction tab! I'd completely forgot about it. Now I can go back to some of my tree photos and tackle that nasty fringing!
Hello Nigel, a very good practical report on the Z 24-200mm, especially in comparison to the Z 2.8/24-70mm. As good as the Z 24-200mm is the edge weakness at 24mm but also at 200mm is already clearly visible. In this respect, the Z 4/24-120mm would be the happy medium for me. The optics are very good throughout.
I have my 24-240 lens on my Sony most of the time. While it’s not the sharpest lens on the long end, l love it’s versatility, especially for the intimate and semi-intimate images l often shoot. I still have my super sharp Zeiss 16-24 for wide angle shots when l need it.
Very nice summary, Thank you! I've been wondering about the same lens for the same reasons lately. Maybe I missed it, but I didnt get weather you photos was taken wide open or not? This 24-200 mm sharpen up in the edges stoped down, Ricci Talks has some tests comparing this 24-200 with the Z 24-70 f/4 S and Nikon 70-200 f/4 (f-mount). His conclusion is that 24-200 is weakest at 24 mm, the rest of the focal lengt is mostly on par with the two other lenses. Personally I dont have the native Z 2.8-lenses (and not planning to get them either), so my goto lenses for landscape is 14-30 f/4 s, 24-70 f/4 s and Tamron 70-210 f/4 (this is 850 grams+ftz). It is very tempting to buy the 24-200 lens for convenience and use it in conditions where I should avoid exposing the sensor and switch lenses. My summary after reading and looking at a number of reviews of this 24-200 is that it is a bit weaker at 24mm in the corners (even stoped down), has a bit more purple c/a, and a bit more flare when light sources hits the glass directly. In terms of sharpness it can compete with the 24-70 f/4 s and Nikon 70-200 f/4 in most situations. The differences are very tiny and at pixel peeping-level. For tripod-work at f/8 - f/16 i guess it would do almost the same job in most situations compared with its f/4 counterparts? (and if the 14-30 f/4s is int the bag anyway use this for "critical" 24mm landscape-work?) And make room in the bag for the Tamron 100-400 (1115 grams) to play with the 200-400mm range if needed for aditional creativity?
Thanks for sharing. I love my 24-200 and it is so much sharper than my old 28-300 that I had previously. The 24-200 pretty much stays on my Z7 unless I specifically need a prime for whatever I am shooting. Love the flexibility of it!
Weight, volume, that's why I use bridge cameras (currently a Panasonic FZ 2000, 24-480 mm). Perfect for hiking and outdoor activities and no real disadvantages compared to DSLRs. Yes, sometimes I would like to change the Lens, but it is not important enough to justify the extra effort and cost. And even my old Sony R1 (21-120 mm) was/is great for landscape photography
Currently looking to switch to mirrorless and and rather than insta switching my 24-70 2.8 and 70-200 2.8, you are now making me think this would be a better way to go, using this as a scouting lens of areas that i am able to come back too with the other lenses + adapter with pre planned ideas for what pictures i want to get. in part to just be carrying less weight
Hey Nigel … A beautifully foggy and helpful episode. I really enjoy your channel and seeing Pebbles was awesome - I’m new to photography (late in life) and you’ve helped a lot. I subscribed to your newsletter and your e-book is so nice! You obviously put a ton of effort into it. I didn’t want to be a weasel and so, I hope my donation towards the e-book was fair. Best to you from NJ, USA!
I use my F mount 24-120 the same way. It’s not as good in very low light but great for 95% of my work and solves the bad weather lens changing problem.
I think the large range zoom lenses have become so much better. Between travel and backpacking, I'd say at least half my photography has to be done on minimal lenses, so a large range lens is critical. A decade or so ago, the best one I could find was a major step down in quality. Today, you can find some that are quite reasonably priced and perform so well you pretty much have to do a close-in inspection to tell the difference between them and anything other than a premium prime lens. For backpacking in particular, I go really large range and only carry one lens, the Tamron 18-400. I sure some people will turn up their nose at that, but it does surprisingly well except at its most extreme ends. I get 24-350 of very solid performance out of it, and as a result, get many shots that would otherwise be impossible.
I got the Olympus 12-200 (24-400!! in FF) and paired it with an E-M5 Mark III for my hikes. Life will never be the same...it is as close to the “perfect kit” as I have gotten.
Great review Nigel. Love your set up and the way you present the facts and show examples in the studio at the end of the video. I know you have the printer and print large format images. How big of a print do you think you can do with this lens and the Nikon Z7II combo from a single frame image?
This is why I adore my Olympus E-M1 series camera with the 12-100/4, which is also optically excellent across the whole range, and it’s a lightweight, weather tolerant setup. An amazing hiking and travel combination. I thought about the 24-100 with my Sony, but it seemed like it was far more optically compromised in that case.
Agree. I own them both, and the Olympus is a much better lens, better image quality and better build. And the image stabilization is better too. I think this lens is the reason I still shoot m.four-thirds. Still, I wouldn't sell my 24-200, for the reasons Nigel mentions.
It's a great lens and coupled with the 14-30mm gives you everything for a long day out without weighing you down. Wish my Springer was as chilled as your Pebbles.
I've always been a 'superzoom' user...whether that be 18-200, 28-300 Nikon, or now 18-135 on Fuji, I use over my old 2.8 lenses and quality really isn't that far off! it's nothing like some people say.....there are those who say superzooms are rubbish....they either haven't used one or just talking rubbish. I'm a Fuji shooter now, but at some point this year I will invest in the Nikon 24-200, either with a Z5 or Z6ii. These superzooms will only get better....especially on mirrorless. The convenience is just unbeatable. The other option is carry 2 bodies with 2 lenses.......you team the Nikon 14-30 f4Z with that 24-200 and it really can get 99% of most landscapey things.....and so small and light kit! it's the way forward....:)
@@graham_T I'm a lifelong Nikon shooter, I never said I wasn't happy with Fuji...I am...its a brilliant system and very close to Nikon's full frame performance. I will just add a Z cam and 24-200 when funds allow....I'm not leaving Fuji.
Nice to see more of pebbles out with you, and the Image you took of her was really stunning, all your images are always superb but can you tell us what make and type of paper you printed the Birch tree image on please, It appeared to be a textured paper, I liked this image very much, great video, Thank You, Colin.
You nailed it with your thoughts about the Z24-200. I owned the lens last year for a while and my experience is the same. Sharp in the middle, soft in the edges. I shot seascapes in kind of a sandstorm and after that I recognized some grinding in the lens when I was changing the focal length. The lens has not the best sealing against dust. But overall it’s a good choice when you want to travel lightweight and ultra flexible. I personally sold the lens and I’m going now for the Z24-70 and Z70-200. Heavy combo but quality wins 😄
Would be a good travel lens, ready for any opportunity. Saves having wrong lens on when a subject suddenly appears as often happens on travels. Good review.
Hi Nigel, having recently upgraded from Fuji XT-2 to Nikon Z7ii which I am amazed at the image quality. I have been watching your video's over the last few months In awe of the quality of your images & trying to work out why mine were different. Now I have got my first FF camera I know why. Now I have the 14-30 f4 & 24-70 F4 & I am waiting for the 70-200 f4 to be released. Tell Nikon will you please. I do miss not having a long lens. Stuart bought his 24-200 after a review from a local photographer to me Julian Baird. I have been tempted to buy it but still not sure. Maybe I will wait & see what the spring brings.
Tell you what that pony shot wasn't bad eh........ cheers for the share Nigel and a great vid, with the comment about 'opportunity' being key here. I'll probably invest in the 100-400mm when it's released but I can see the 24-200mm covering most bases for me at the moment, I'd be tempted by the 2.8 tele if I shot more woodland though I can always adapt my vintage primes for that if needed.
Interesting to hear your thoughts on this lens. I purchased a refurbished Z6 from Nikon along with a new 24-200. I'm a very casual hobbyist, and I hate carrying things around or changing lenses. I enjoy watching all you youtubers going on hiking adventures and lugging around those massive backpacks, but all I do is take modest walks about my local area for my personal pleasure. I'm a petite female in my early 70's and have health issues and carrying things around makes me miserable so I thought this lens would be a good choice for me as the focal lengths cover a lot of bases. I use a cross body bag on my walks and on some days even this seems too heavy to me as the combined camera & lens weighs about 40 oz. I just ordered the Z 24-50 mm kit lens for anytime I may want something smaller, lighter, and less obvious to walk around with. I realize it's a lesser quality lens but you always have to make choices and accept the trade offs.
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I currently do not own the Z system, is there a similar lens you'd recommend for the D850?
Thanks Nigel, I appreciate your review. I have this lens and the D6ii. I have loved it and find the same results and you. It is a great all around lens.
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I was stupid forgot the login password. I love any assistance you can offer me!
@Liam Anthony instablaster :)
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Is there anything more relaxing than sitting down with a coffee on a Sunday morning and watching these videos? Love it
Yup, laying in the bath after a morning cycling with a beer. In the bath with a beer I mean, not cycling!
@@riddles1137 that isn't a good vision...
What I'm sure you meant to say is, after getting out to shoot the sunrise on Sunday, get back and watch the video with a coffee :D
@@NigelDanson Thanks Nigel - you're a hero of mine really :)
I agree!!
Absolutely! I now have downsized to micro four thirds and shoot with an Olympus OM-D E-M1 II (574 gms) and although I have several prime lenses (16mm 1.4, 25mm 2.8, 60mm 2.8 macro, 75-300mm 4.8-6.7), by far my favorite is my Olympus 12-100mm f4 Pro. This is a full frame equivalent 24-200mm and weighs 561 gm. There is stabilization in both the camera and lens that work together so f4 is fine, especially outdoors. As a "Pro" version the optics are just great so I don't worry about the quality. On travel trips I have found I seldom use any of the other lenses and even seldom use my tripod. At 1135 gms camera and lens combined, I can't beat this and think the 12-100mm is perfect for everything except birds, when I use my 75-300mm (150-600mm full frame equivalent). I think this is a very thoughtful video - we need to stop pixel peeping and realize "the best camera is the one you have with you" and also that goes for the "best lens".
I should've done that instead of my FZ1000. I think your setup is smaller and lighter than my one, not to mention a better performer. The more I think about it, the sillier small sensors become.
Yes. I shoot the same combination of OM camera, and it's great for travel. I love that lens. I also own a Z7, and bought the 24-200 because of my fondness for the olympus setup. I used to own an Olympus 12-60 2.8 in the old days of four-thirds, another great travel lens, and now I see that Nikon is coming out with a 24-120.
Thanks for the re-assurance. I purchased this a few months ago and along with my 14-30 f4 Z lens, 90+% of my landscape & cityscape, including night, needs are met.
Thanks for posting this video. For me the opportunity is everything. I get out a little with my wife and 3 year old. When I see something inspiring I just pull out the camera, zoom to the right feel and shoot, rearly do I get much time for more before I'm getting left far behind. It keeps me happy with the results and I can keep up and enjoy the company ☺️
Nigel,
That's exactly what I did last week during a snowstorm here in NYC. I picked up this lens, 24-200mm, when I went out in the snow to take a few photos.
This sounds like a good lens when not only weight becomes an issue, but age also.. I am at an age where I love doing landscape photography but it is getting to the point where the weight of my camera bag outweighs the the climb up a hillside, so one lens covering 28 to 200 seems worth contemplating. Your book is excellent .
I have the 14-30 and 24-200 combined with my Z7, what more do I need!
Have you considered that Pebbles watches you spend hours each outing talking to yourself, and that Pebbles is growing increasingly concerned about your mental health ? Or that you can see someone that Pebbles can’t somehow ?
You are a mind-reader Nigel. I selected this lens (along with the 50mm f1.8) as my first lens for all the reasons you note. Your shot of Pebbles is OUTSTANDING. Thanks so much for the timely change of pace!
I’ve got to say as a brand new photographer (first camera will arrive Friday) getting the 25-200mm is a MUCH easier cost than a 24-70mm and 70-200mm. I’ll be getting a feel of it all with the 24-200 while I save for the higher quality 2 different lenses.
Could you maybe do a video talking about why an F-4 lens is so massively different from an F-2.8 lens. Hopefully it will help justify the cost difference too. 😎😬
24-200! You beat me to it, I've been playing around with the 28-200 from Tamron since December - so far so good. I would have loved those extra 4mm and having such a practical lens would actually make me consider switching to Nikon (yes, I said that xD). Hopefully, Sony will soon up their mirrorless lens game... their old super zoom lens (24-240) just doesn't have the quality.
Go for it Mads you won’t regret going to The Nikon. 😁
Don't do it Mads, stay on the Sony train! 😀
Joining the dark side, a downhill spiral you will start for yourself.
Now that the Tamron 28-200 for Sony E is in the market, that probably spoils Sony's ambition to refurbish their 24-240? They would have to give the market a good reason, why customers would want to pay e.g. 50%+ more.
Unfortunately Sony seems a bit lame with lens updates in general, esp. for consumer-ish lenses, e.g. their old cheap nifty fifty (50mm 1.8) is overdue for an update since long, but to no avail.
Mads, if I recall from your videos your current favorite lens is the 24-105. Nikon has a 24-105 on the Z lens roadmap.>:) I look forward to seeing your first shots of Denmark taken with a Nikon.
I have one and I absolutely love it. It's small, very sharp (excellent overall optically), weather sealed and has a VERY useful focal range.
thanks , as a total armature with a very limited budget i really only can afford one good lens .
this is very help full to me as im just about to pull the trigger on a new lens and go hungry for a week or two .
stay safe from Dublin , Eire .
I have a 12-100mm Olympus lens, so pretty much the same range as your 24-200mm. I love it for pretty much the same reasons. It's a great allrounder!
@Geoffrey Simpson Just a typing-error which I've now corrected. Thanks.
Apart from the really decent picture quality what I like most about this lens is its smooth zooming. It‘s just a joy to use!
You don t need an expensive, excellent equipment for landscape photography. Because in-between 5 and 9 aperture most lenses work very well. Most important thing in landscape photography is: LANDSCAPE :-).
It's very hard to argue against the 14-30 & 24-200 combo for landscapes, very powerful, sharp, lightweight pair of lenses - would never have imagined a few years ago 2 lenses could cover such a wide range of focal lengths! I've been very pleased with my 24-200.
I have the 24-200 as well and am very satisfied with it. Much lighter than the 24-70 (which I also have). Since the majority of my shots outside do not require a fast aperture, I find the 24-200 is "good enough" and very convenient. Loved the video!
I know this feeling all too well and I'm glad you made a video about it. When I struggle to decide which lens to bring, I will choose versatility over slight quality if it means getting the shot. I love my Nikon 28-300mm.
Over 90% of my photos are taken with my Olympus 12-100 mm Pro lens (12-200 mm in m43 = 24-200 mm FF equivalent). It's a great focal range. Great for hiking.
I bought the 24-200 f4 from my pro-photographer son to use as my main lens for my Z6 just 24 hours before finding this video Always gratifying to have reinforcing opinions to counter the possible onset of buyer's remorse. Not that I'm expecting any doubts. My son is just finishing up an excellent 45-minute documentary with all video and stills shot with the lens. I can also vouch for the Peak Design straps.
I used to have 18-135 lens on apsc for my Pentax. Superb, light, compromised quality over so many opportunities. Amazing.
Thanks so much Nigel. Lovely to see Pebbles again - she is a wonderful girl. Canon has an equivalent 24-240 lens for its mirrorless system and I must admit that I'm using this more than the other 10 lenses in my kit. Reasons: weight as you describe, bulk of carrying more than one lens, and reach. Older photographers really do have to make different choices about their kit and the tradeoff of slightly more distortion and vignetting is a reasonable trade-off. That said, it's nice to have the option to switch to better glass when needed, or to specialized glass (faster, wider, even softer special effects) when needed. It really means planning more and not carrying around the same kit all the time. I've come to enjoy packing out the kit before heading out - gives me the sense of a new adventure each time.
I have a 24-200mm for my Z6 and have been thinking of buying a 70-200mm. You just saved me a lot of money. But you made me buy a Peak Design sling strap instead!
I love my Sony 24-240 because I only need one lens when I am hiking around and I can capture a wide variety of shots in the backcountry. I am sure that I am losing some quality, but it is wonderful to have diversity.
What really caught my eye was the quality of continuous auto focus of z6 ii in the video. Apart from the conversation regarding the lens, this video really showed how effective and sticky AF is in Nikon 2nd generation of cameras.
I have used the Z24-200 since it was available and it’s my favourite lens these days. It’s very sharp other than in the very extreme corners where it also suffers from 24-40mm bad distortion where uprights lean outwards. But if you understand it’s few weaknesses it is a brilliant all round small lens. I have the f2.8 lenses it covers but rarely use them unless I need ultimate quality from my Z7II or Z6II. Many of the images I sell down here in west Cornwall where I teach landscape photography are taken with this lens. Nice to see you using this great little lens.
Read something that sharpness gets much worse at apertures smaller than f8. What's your experience? This lense would be perfect for me, especially budgetwise
I love these zooms too, in the end no photo has to be perfect for personal use. Capturing the scene at the right moment is most important to me. Meanwhile I try to take only 2 lenses with, a superzoom and a wide angle for the city or a larger telephoto when I shoot wildlife photos.
One reason for mirrorless cameras is also the weight savings.
I really like your dog running in the background
I do a lot of hiking and i got a similar lens recently and i love it. Not changing lenses is not only great, but you don’t miss as many shots that way.
It is heartwarming to see you and Pebble striving around in a beautiful misty landscape and and one can get a feel by the video sequences of the strong relationship between the two of you. You'r absolutely right one has to find a balance between "quality" and "practicality" and for that purpose I often carry a small SONY RX100V with me that complements my Nikon D750 with a given lens for the day. Not bad either, don't you think?
Totally agree with your review (as if you needed my approval) incredibly versatile lens. Decided to get this lens instead of 24-70 kit lens for just that reason. Waiting anxiously for the 200-600 to fill my wildlife photography needs. Z lenses have exceeded my expectations!
Great video as always. I have this lens so great to hear someone so experienced talk about it so positively. Really excited about your new book, cannot wait to see it. I now have a love of tree photography after watching your videos and spend my walks looking for those special ones. Pebbles is adorable, what a great companion!
Having recently bought one myself, it's very reassuring to have someone of Nigel's experience backing this lens. Part of my thinking is to keep my cabin baggage within tight weight limits for smaller aircraft / internal flights (remember those?).
That’s my next lens, for all the reasons you state. Been waiting for it to be in stock for so long! I think this new generation of Z lenses are re-writing the rule book, I swear my Z24-70 f4 is identical in sharpness and maybe almost better at controlling highlight flare than my Z50 1.8! I’m happy to hear that this 24-200 is more than shootable. I don’t want any more weight! I’m currently ‘training’ for post lockdown photo trips by sticking 2 x 5kg dumbbells in a rucksack and going up and down a huge flight of steps opposite my house - my own personal mountain 😆
Perfect timing thanks. I have a Z6 24-70 and F mount 70-200 but have been toying for weeks about buying the 24-200. I live in the Lakes and am on the fells a lot don't like carrying much wait or changing lenses in poor weather. I took the plunge and ordered last week due this week. Watching your vlog makes me feel I made the right choice.
Exactly why I bought my 18-300mm for my Nikon D5600, so much easier to have one walkabout lens & I was thoroughly sick of needing to pay for sensor cleans due to changing lenses while out & about. Not as tack sharp as I would like but much better than I expected!
I have the olympus 12-100 and love it, quality is amazing, last week received the 24-200 and I am very impressed. Now I can walk locally no tripod and get my exercise and still take some shots. Covers 90% of shots.
Perfect timing. I just purchased this lens too, for all the same reasons you mention. I have the 24-70 f4 and was contemplating the 70-200 2.8 but the weight (and cost) was prohibiting for me. I've only used the 24-200 a few times but its portability, weight and overall sharpness is exactly what I want. Looking forward to seeing more shots from you using this lens. Thanks for all your videos, I've watched them all, and learned a lot from you Nigel.
Neat Nigel, a nice change. I bought the 24-200 prior to a trip last November and it's proved itself a great tool. Replaced my excellent 24-70 f4 and I don't miss it at all. Looking forward to using this in the Faroes in October!
Thanks much, Nigel for the vote of confidence using a wide range lens! I’ve been using a Nikon 18-200mm lens for more than 10 years and although I have other lenses I keep using it for the ease of use you describe. Great video as always.
Hey Tom, how does your 18-200 measure up on your Z ? Is it sharp enough ? And which model Z are you using ? Thanks.
@@tangent5132 I have a Nikon DSLR d7200 not a Z.
Yeah, the flexibility of a zoom like that is great. I use a 14-140 (28 to 280 FF equiv.) on my mft Panasonic G9. The lens weighs only 265g and it's the one I use most because of its 10x focal length range. 👍
I use a kit Nikon 18-105mm all the time when I am out walking. It does everything I want and it's light. Would I use it professionally for a wedding or something like that? No. But, I have gotten incredible landscape and street shots traveling and walking around with it.
Inspired, I just picked up a used 18-140mm for my Z50 (F mount, until they bring out the Z version). I bought the Z50 with the two lens kit, as I found that on walks / camps I was just not taking my camera kit because it became so big and heavy. I now always carry the Z50, but recently the lens that is always on my camera is the 50-250mm (because, better dog photos), meaning I miss lots of wider shots out and about (because, lens changing faff =/= happy couple walks!). Decided I would happily trade the 140-250mm on the long end for 18-50mm on the wide end to keep the peace. One small camera, one lens, and one Peak Designs camera clip and I think we have the happy medium for out-and-about photography :)
I brought the 24-200mm to go with my 24-70mm F2.8S & 70-200mm. Sometimes you only want to take one light weight lens & this is ideal for family gatherings or travel. This lens knocks spots off my old 28-300mm quality wise & is great to carry around on a hike & you will take a lot more pictures with this lighter lens. Don't get me wrong, I absolutely adore my 24-70mm f2.8S but this lens definitely has a place in my kit bag for the right situation.
Concordo con te, uso il 24-200 sulla Z6ii e sono pienamente soddisfatto, ottimi scatti a tutte le lunghezze focali. Bravo ottimo video.
I love the photo of Pebbles (10 minute mark). Reminds me so much of a dearly departed friend, Mocha.
Let's face it, the vast majority of us produce little but mediocre landscape photos and the 24-200 would fit nicely into that narrative. I take the trinity on each and every outing and still manage to achieve brilliant mediocrity. Having just the 24-200 would provide a bit of ego insulation, an excuse so to speak and perhaps lead to a greater enjoyment of the process. Perhaps I could just take out my Pebbles and leave the whole kit behind in search of just outstanding memories.
Not sure about the fantastic memories with Pebbles - unless you like mud everywhere... (only joking - love her to bits)
I shoot with very modest gear. I currently use an 11-year old Nikon d5200 and my go-to lens is a Tamron 18-400. f3.5-6.3. Most of the time it suits me well enough as I rarely shoot wide open anyway.
My usual go to gear is the D7500 with the 18-200. I've captured some incredible images with this all-in-one setup.
I’m new to photography and this is the only lens I have for my DSLR. I figured I’d start with it and learn the heck out of my capabilities with it. Later on I will know what else I need.
Great video Nigel! The key word here is “opportunity” and that comes across brilliantly clear in your video here. It is not a massive compromise nowadays when all major manufacturers are able to produce good quality glass for tighter budgets and weight concerns. I’m glad Nikon have chosen to mix their introductory roadmap with both super hi-end glass and with these more affordable and lightweight alternatives as well. This way it has become clear that the Z system is here to stay and it is able to cater to any use-case out there, really. Thanks for pointing this out Nigel!
Excellent video, so relaxing watching you in the outdoors with your trusted champion, Pebbles. I was considering the 24-200 and you helped me make that decision. Thank you.
Yeah, I used to carry 2 bodies each with a different prime lens, but now that I’m into my 70s’ I appreciate having one of these all-in-one lenses. Good to know that the quality of the images are that good👍😊
The 24-200 is a great lens if you're wanting to do landscape, but don't want to carry around a tripod because it's so light, and it's great if your hiking around too, because in one single lens you have focal ranges from 24 to 200mm. When I'm out doing landscape, I always take my trinity of lenses (14-30, 24-70 and a 70-200) as well as a 24-200. I generally keep the 24-200 on a body by my side as I'm hiking around, and use the other lenses when I'm going to be a a location for a bit and can set up a tripod. But the 24-200 is such a handy lens, i personally think everyone from travel photographers to landscape photographers should have it in their bag. It's so versatile and is reasonably priced given what it can do for you and your photography.
And I mean I will use my 24-200 when I'm just walking around around town or in general, as it's much easier to manage and you don't really have to worry about having the "wrong" lens on the camera. Again, for situations where I'm going to be somewhere for a while, I'll opt for my 70-200 but if I'm just out for a walk, the 24-200 is usually what's on my camera.
I mean traveling around New york city last year, I had the 14-30, 24-70 (f/4 S) and a 70-300 and I probably missed quite a few shots moving between the 24-70 and the 70-300... enough that I ended up selling both and buying the 24-200 (which selling both paid for the 24-200 so I broke even basically). And now I don't worry about the lens or the camera as much and can focus on the photographic side of things. And that's really the target use I think for the 24-200 is: convenience, perhaps a little cost to image quality (yes the lens isn't as sharp at 200mm as say a 70-200 or even a 70-300mm AFP but you have the convenience of a wide focal range in a single lens, and the image quality isn't that bad in all honesty. I think things do get a little soft at at he 200mm end especially in the corners, but only upon close inspection (like at 100% in PS).
Thanks Nigel. Love hearing your lown down on camera kit. Very useful for someone learning the finer details in camera kit.
This is great! I just purchased the RF 24-240 today for my R5 for the exact same reasons.
How do you like it?
Im using r6, and i just think about get a rf24-240 lens for hiking.
What do you feel abt this lens? Does the quality good?
Great video! I’m a novice and an older person. I can’t carry lots of gear so I have an 18 to 300. I find it versatile. I also use the peak design strap.
Really interesting to hear you describe how useful this lens is. I usually carry 14-30 and 70-200 F mount. When hiking Snowdonia last year (outside of lockdown of course) I only took 24-70 f4 as didn’t want to lug kit so this 24-200 would’ve given me more options. I guess I could ditch the 70-200 F for it which means the FTZ adapter can be left out of the bag and means I’m all in Z mount-wise.
I recently purchased the Tamron 18-400 3.5-6.3 to use with my D500 for all the same reasons! I couldn’t be happier!
Great to hear!
So, it's micro four thirds next. Everyone gets there in the end. Portability is so much more important than people are generally willing to admit.
I downsized to Olympus and have the 12-100 Pro and guess I shoot 90% of my images with it. It is my air travel lens as well - one body and one lens great when your knees are knackered!
For some yes! Or photography could be something quite different too. Ask Ben Horn or Nick Carver!
@@freetibet1000 they'll come round to mft eventually, it just takes some longer than others!
@Pete Melon I can see that your suggestion would work for some, although two different systems brings with it its own portability issue. Personally I would rather only have one system so I've always got it with me. But agree, APS C seems to be the wrong answer every time.
@Pete Melon I understand that, but it means that whenever you use the full frame, you are missing out on the portability benefit which I think is very important. Personally, in your scenario, I would finish up using the Sony 95% of the time. I would therefore prefer just to use MFT 100% of the time as I see it as the perfect compromise.
Bought exactly the same lens in December as a walkabout for the Z7 and absolutely love it for hiking, also great for the no tripod lockdown shooting 👍
I like watching your videos sometimes, just because of the sceneries you visit and how beautifully you capture these scenes, while walking and talking, it's really relaxing. Also, your tips and expertise are an awesome plus! :)
I would have thought this would have been your first buy if you like walking without a lot of gear on your back, the trouble I find with so called super zooms is at the wide end and the long end they give slightly soft results but this can easily be rectified in post! I don't own any modern equipment so I wish you all the best with yours, now let's concentrate on seeing some more of your wonderful pictures you are going to take with your new lens. Thank you for taking us with you again!
My budget DSLR is a Canon 800D with an 18-135mm lens (which I believe a similar full frame equivalent to your 24-200). I do about 0.5% of the photography you do but I agree the flexibility makes it so worthwhile. It's my only lens apart from a 10-18, which has a specific use case.
That's a good little lens, I still use it not fantastic but I have some very good photos with this lens.
Great topic Nigel ! Weight and bulk optimization for full frame systems is important. I'm thinking too how to reduce the weight and size of my lens kit without compromising too much quality. Not all camera systems have quality super zooms. That's cool that Nikon has one.
Great video as always. The pictures were amazing and I'll admit to being envious of your backyard. You were spot on about the pros and cons of the 24-200. I really enjoy using the lens and it is always mounted to my camera. To be able to sit in one spot and have the flexibility to go wide and zoom in without stopping to change lenses is especially useful in the wide desert mesas of my area. Also not having to worry about sand getting into the camera during the lens swap is a bonus. And thanks for reminding me about the manual corrections available in the lens correction tab! I'd completely forgot about it. Now I can go back to some of my tree photos and tackle that nasty fringing!
Hello Nigel,
a very good practical report on the Z 24-200mm, especially in comparison to the Z 2.8/24-70mm.
As good as the Z 24-200mm is the edge weakness at 24mm but also at 200mm is already clearly visible.
In this respect, the Z 4/24-120mm would be the happy medium for me. The optics are very good throughout.
I have my 24-240 lens on my Sony most of the time. While it’s not the sharpest lens on the long end, l love it’s versatility, especially for the intimate and semi-intimate images l often shoot. I still have my super sharp Zeiss 16-24 for wide angle shots when l need it.
Very nice summary, Thank you! I've been wondering about the same lens for the same reasons lately. Maybe I missed it, but I didnt get weather you photos was taken wide open or not? This 24-200 mm sharpen up in the edges stoped down, Ricci Talks has some tests comparing this 24-200 with the Z 24-70 f/4 S and Nikon 70-200 f/4 (f-mount). His conclusion is that 24-200 is weakest at 24 mm, the rest of the focal lengt is mostly on par with the two other lenses.
Personally I dont have the native Z 2.8-lenses (and not planning to get them either), so my goto lenses for landscape is 14-30 f/4 s, 24-70 f/4 s and Tamron 70-210 f/4 (this is 850 grams+ftz). It is very tempting to buy the 24-200 lens for convenience and use it in conditions where I should avoid exposing the sensor and switch lenses. My summary after reading and looking at a number of reviews of this 24-200 is that it is a bit weaker at 24mm in the corners (even stoped down), has a bit more purple c/a, and a bit more flare when light sources hits the glass directly. In terms of sharpness it can compete with the 24-70 f/4 s and Nikon 70-200 f/4 in most situations. The differences are very tiny and at pixel peeping-level. For tripod-work at f/8 - f/16 i guess it would do almost the same job in most situations compared with its f/4 counterparts? (and if the 14-30 f/4s is int the bag anyway use this for "critical" 24mm landscape-work?) And make room in the bag for the Tamron 100-400 (1115 grams) to play with the 200-400mm range if needed for aditional creativity?
Nice content, my walking lens on my Olympus is their 14-150, 28-300 equivalent, f4-5.6, for all the reasons you have stated.
I have The 24-200 and The Olympus 14-150. These lenses gives me pictures I otherwise wouldn't have got.
@@perlyngby9668 Why not get the Zuiko 12-100 Pro - superb optics, great lens OIS that synchs with camera body IBIS and weatherproofed.
Thanks for sharing. I love my 24-200 and it is so much sharper than my old 28-300 that I had previously. The 24-200 pretty much stays on my Z7 unless I specifically need a prime for whatever I am shooting. Love the flexibility of it!
Very cool Nigel, thanks for sharing your lens preference. I've been using 18-200 and love its versability. As alaway great learning!
Weight, volume, that's why I use bridge cameras (currently a Panasonic FZ 2000, 24-480 mm). Perfect for hiking and outdoor activities and no real disadvantages compared to DSLRs.
Yes, sometimes I would like to change the Lens, but it is not important enough to justify the extra effort and cost. And even my old Sony R1 (21-120 mm) was/is great for landscape photography
The best lens is the one that fit in your workflow. Thanks for the video.waiting the next book.
Currently looking to switch to mirrorless and and rather than insta switching my 24-70 2.8 and 70-200 2.8, you are now making me think this would be a better way to go, using this as a scouting lens of areas that i am able to come back too with the other lenses + adapter with pre planned ideas for what pictures i want to get. in part to just be carrying less weight
Hey Nigel … A beautifully foggy and helpful episode. I really enjoy your channel and seeing Pebbles was awesome - I’m new to photography (late in life) and you’ve helped a lot. I subscribed to your newsletter and your e-book is so nice! You obviously put a ton of effort into it. I didn’t want to be a weasel and so, I hope my donation towards the e-book was fair. Best to you from NJ, USA!
The color of the video is beautiful. What camera is this video filmed with?
I have a 75-300mm lens that I’ve used for everything from rodeo photography to landscapes. The variability is very helpful.
What camera & lense was used to shoot THis video? The Nikon or Fuji
I have 4 lenses altogether (beginner) and mostly use the Tamron 16-300mm
Lightest option for hiking just take the one lens.
I use my F mount 24-120 the same way. It’s not as good in very low light but great for 95% of my work and solves the bad weather lens changing problem.
I think the large range zoom lenses have become so much better. Between travel and backpacking, I'd say at least half my photography has to be done on minimal lenses, so a large range lens is critical. A decade or so ago, the best one I could find was a major step down in quality. Today, you can find some that are quite reasonably priced and perform so well you pretty much have to do a close-in inspection to tell the difference between them and anything other than a premium prime lens.
For backpacking in particular, I go really large range and only carry one lens, the Tamron 18-400. I sure some people will turn up their nose at that, but it does surprisingly well except at its most extreme ends. I get 24-350 of very solid performance out of it, and as a result, get many shots that would otherwise be impossible.
I got the Olympus 12-200 (24-400!! in FF) and paired it with an E-M5 Mark III for my hikes. Life will never be the same...it is as close to the “perfect kit” as I have gotten.
I shoot Fuji. Since I got my 16-80 (24-120) my life changed. It has made my photowalks much more fun!
can you carry your Fuji with the 16-80 around your neck or on a peak design clip without extending the lens while walking? (does it stay retracted?)
@@patrick.771 yes to both. The lens zoom is tight.
@@ibarrabenjamin1 thank you!
Great review Nigel. Love your set up and the way you present the facts and show examples in the studio at the end of the video. I know you have the printer and print large format images. How big of a print do you think you can do with this lens and the Nikon Z7II combo from a single frame image?
I just bought that lens and am looking forward to my week on the Monterey Peninsula next week!
This is why I adore my Olympus E-M1 series camera with the 12-100/4, which is also optically excellent across the whole range, and it’s a lightweight, weather tolerant setup. An amazing hiking and travel combination.
I thought about the 24-100 with my Sony, but it seemed like it was far more optically compromised in that case.
Agree. I own them both, and the Olympus is a much better lens, better image quality and better build. And the image stabilization is better too. I think this lens is the reason I still shoot m.four-thirds. Still, I wouldn't sell my 24-200, for the reasons Nigel mentions.
It's a great lens and coupled with the 14-30mm gives you everything for a long day out without weighing you down.
Wish my Springer was as chilled as your Pebbles.
I've always been a 'superzoom' user...whether that be 18-200, 28-300 Nikon, or now 18-135 on Fuji, I use over my old 2.8 lenses and quality really isn't that far off! it's nothing like some people say.....there are those who say superzooms are rubbish....they either haven't used one or just talking rubbish. I'm a Fuji shooter now, but at some point this year I will invest in the Nikon 24-200, either with a Z5 or Z6ii. These superzooms will only get better....especially on mirrorless. The convenience is just unbeatable. The other option is carry 2 bodies with 2 lenses.......you team the Nikon 14-30 f4Z with that 24-200 and it really can get 99% of most landscapey things.....and so small and light kit! it's the way forward....:)
Why switch to Nikon ? I’m curious as to why you are not fully happy with the Fuji set up . Thank you
@@graham_T I'm a lifelong Nikon shooter, I never said I wasn't happy with Fuji...I am...its a brilliant system and very close to Nikon's full frame performance. I will just add a Z cam and 24-200 when funds allow....I'm not leaving Fuji.
Nice to see more of pebbles out with you, and the Image you took of her was really stunning, all your images are always superb but can you tell us what make and type of paper you printed the Birch tree image on please, It appeared to be a textured paper, I liked this image very much, great video, Thank You, Colin.
You nailed it with your thoughts about the Z24-200. I owned the lens last year for a while and my experience is the same. Sharp in the middle, soft in the edges. I shot seascapes in kind of a sandstorm and after that I recognized some grinding in the lens when I was changing the focal length. The lens has not the best sealing against dust. But overall it’s a good choice when you want to travel lightweight and ultra flexible. I personally sold the lens and I’m going now for the Z24-70 and Z70-200. Heavy combo but quality wins 😄
thank you for this amazing video. if i use this lens on a z50, should i consider the crop factor or not? will it be like a 36-300?
Love this video. It convinced me to buy this lens together with the Z5. Thanks for showing these razor sharp photo's.
Would be a good travel lens, ready for any opportunity. Saves having wrong lens on when a subject suddenly appears as often happens on travels. Good review.
Hi Nigel, having recently upgraded from Fuji XT-2 to Nikon Z7ii which I am amazed at the image quality. I have been watching your video's over the last few months In awe of the quality of your images & trying to work out why mine were different. Now I have got my first FF camera I know why. Now I have the 14-30 f4 & 24-70 F4 & I am waiting for the 70-200 f4 to be released. Tell Nikon will you please.
I do miss not having a long lens. Stuart bought his 24-200 after a review from a local photographer to me Julian Baird. I have been tempted to buy it but still not sure. Maybe I will wait & see what the spring brings.
Tell you what that pony shot wasn't bad eh........ cheers for the share Nigel and a great vid, with the comment about 'opportunity' being key here. I'll probably invest in the 100-400mm when it's released but I can see the 24-200mm covering most bases for me at the moment, I'd be tempted by the 2.8 tele if I shot more woodland though I can always adapt my vintage primes for that if needed.
Just finished watching all of your vlogs. Starting with the announcement of your channel, all the way to the latest.
Interesting to hear your thoughts on this lens. I purchased a refurbished Z6 from Nikon along with a new 24-200. I'm a very casual hobbyist, and I hate carrying things around or changing lenses. I enjoy watching all you youtubers going on hiking adventures and lugging around those massive backpacks, but all I do is take modest walks about my local area for my personal pleasure. I'm a petite female in my early 70's and have health issues and carrying things around makes me miserable so I thought this lens would be a good choice for me as the focal lengths cover a lot of bases. I use a cross body bag on my walks and on some days even this seems too heavy to me as the combined camera & lens weighs about 40 oz. I just ordered the Z 24-50 mm kit lens for anytime I may want something smaller, lighter, and less obvious to walk around with. I realize it's a lesser quality lens but you always have to make choices and accept the trade offs.