The Nikon 100 400 is also one of my favorite. Use it for closeup, landscapes, birds and animals along with people and airshows. Excellent range and just a fantastic lens.
I too love my Nikon 100-400. However, my all time favorite is my F 70-200 2.8. I bought it in 2019 for a cross-country drive and still use it on my Z7ii - not only for landscapes, but indoors to get up close to my grandchildren.
It is so hard to beat a 70-200 f/2.8 for anything portrait related! Such a great lens for that. I still have a 70-200 2.8 that I use for portraits and events - won't leave home without that one for those types of photography! The biggest thing that keeps me from using it much for landscapes is the weight of a 2.8 and I start to feel like I am losing too much focal length on the long side versus the 100-400. (And two years ago I never thought I'd be here saying that!) Thanks for watching!
I’d been considering getting the 100-400mm for landscape photography and lightening my bag for the longest time after watching your videos and those of other landscape photographers. However, I went with the Tamron 50-400mm Z so I could go to a 2 lens kit using it and the 14-30mm f/4 S lens. I also didn’t think there were enough optical differences to justify twice the price. I can say that I’m loving being able to shoot at >200mm while using filters. Also, I have almost that exact same waterfall shot (5:18) from when I went to Hocking Hills back in April of 2023….and yea, it was with a wide angle lens.
The Tamron 50-400mm is a promising option - I am sort of curious to try it out, just to see how it does. It definitely opens up the option of just going with two lenses (and I do like my 14-30mm, great lens!). Cedar Falls is my favorite in the park! Always a good time visiting Hocking Hills!
I use Nikon 80-400mm with FTZ adapter and I am happy with it. The only downside is the relatively high weight, which is further increased by the FTZ adapter. I was thinking about the Nikon Z 100-400mm, but it's also heavy, expensive, and only starts at 100mm. Another alternative is the Tamron Z 50-400mm, but I haven't found a good comparison to the Nikon 80-400 yet, I suspect that even though it's an older lens, it might be sharper compared to the new Tamron. I found some opinions on the Internet, but they are different and unprofessional. It would be nice if someone did tests of the same level as you do. Maybe you have an opinion, which is better old Nikon or new Tamron?
The Nikon 100-400 definitely hits the heavy and expensive categories! My first attempt at using a 100-400 lens was with the Sigma 100-400 f-mount that I used the FTZ adapter with. While it was still heavy, it was inexpensive! Once I started carrying it more that's when I wanted to get to the native Z mount (plus an option for a tele-converter should I go that direction). I am very curious about the Tamron Z 50-400mm. I've been on the fence about picking it up just to try it, I might do a longer rental of it first here in a few weeks just so I have some hands on with it. It seems like high potential to hit that super zoom category. I have several f-mount Tamron lenses that I am still very happy with for portrait and event work - so I know Tamron can make some really great glass. I wouldn't be able to comment on a comparison to the 80-400mm though, I haven't used that lens. (Off to see if my local shop rents a Tamron 50-400mm) Thanks for watching!
Oh - I have that lens! I have a couple of videos on it: ruclips.net/video/sd3yA1wYZlQ/видео.html And ruclips.net/video/Q7--oNeWSak/видео.html I used in Arizona back in June as well. I actually had good luck with it in Arizona, I think I finally got a good for for it on that trip. For landscapes it is pretty cool option (The image quality of the 100-400 is better, but the 28-400 is totally passable and makes up for it in versatility).
@@mrz1342 I prefer the 100-400mm for most occasions. The 28-400mm is handy due to its versatility in one lens. So if I am going on a trip where photography is not the main activity the 28-400mm can be handy. But if I could only have one, I'd lean 100-400.
I agree with your love of the Nikon 100-400. I keep it on my Z7 II and the 24-120 F4 on My Z8. I keep both in my pack and usually use both to shoot a scene. I'll start with one first, whichever I think is best initially, and finish with the other. I consider myself a hybrid photographer, I like landscapes and animals and plan outings for both. I just got back from Iceland and used that setup extensively. The weather was pretty awful and the 100-400 stood the test of getting rain and snow soaked. If I had to pick my favorite between the 24-120 and 100-400, that's like asking if I like MOM or DAD better! I like both!
Such a great lens! I too am a fan of the 24-120 as well! I've actually used it as a "one lens" for a trip before when I was aiming for broad versatility. I also love the two camera approach to things. It can make like so easy for fast changes - either from landscape to wildlife on the same trip or minimizing lens swaps in bad weather! I won't tell if you choose a favorite! Thanks for watching!
Just found your videos..I used to love this lens and used if extensively.. However, I just purchased the 28-400 to replace it...Yes , there a few compromises, but between the weight difference, cost, and Topax photo, I think the trade off is great. Have you tried it yet?
I have used the 28-400! Still have in fact (I have a video or two on it on the channel as well). The 28-400 is very versatile, I took it to Arizona last year on a trip where I had limited time to do photography, so didn't want to take my full kit, but still wanted to have something capable and flexible with more out in the Superstitions. It worked quite well for that.
I agree with your use of the Nikon 100-400mm. I have one and love its performance and also the fact that it has a really short close focus distance useful for occasional closeups. However, because of its weight I recently purchased the new Nikon 28-400mm which combines the best of both worlds. It is much lighter and allows you to quickly try out a range of focal lengths without switching lenses. Its only drawback is the fact that it is not as sharp as the 100-400mm and doesn't focus as closely. Have you tried the 28-400mm lens and what do you think of it?
There is definitely a weight factor with either the Nikon 100-400 or the Sigma 100-400 I used to use. While the focal length was growing on me, there were many times I was like "nah, not taking it today, too heavy." I have the 28-400mm, I did a video on it a bit back: ruclips.net/video/sd3yA1wYZlQ/видео.html I agree with your drawbacks for the most part, but still a pretty decent lens I thought. It grew on me a bit more when I took it to Arizona a few months ago paired with the 14-30mm. On that trip I didn't have a lot of time for photos, but knew I'd get one good chance out - so I wanted a light, but versatile setup. I was happy with the photos I got with it.
My lens list as follows Pentax DFA 15-30 Pentax DFA 28-105 Vivitar series 1 100-400 Limited edition prime Pentax HD 35mm macro And just in case I have a 1.4x telephoto converter These lenses I use with my Pentax K-70 or the Pentax K1 Mark II or sometimes I will even go with the Pentax k-01 which is their only high-end mirrorless camera at that time but with no viewfinder
@@JeffreyTadlockPhotography I may have to look for a used one. Will be in New Mexico next spring and 200mm may not be enough. I do have the old Tamron f mount dx 18-400, but it is heavy and I would rather have the full frame RAW.
@@russellyeley2561 You may also want to look at the 50-400mm lens Tamron released in the super zoom category. I have not had a chance to try it, but it could be another viable option as well. It is native Z mount and I've always had good luck with the Tamron lenses I've owned. Enjoy New Mexico!
Dude I really wish I could get to Hocking hills That's one of the places I need to get to and can't I have tried to get family members to take me down there and for 40 years still no All I have is a mountain bike and I work crazy ass hours so in a time for my vacation I don't ask much just get me down there three four days bring me back Paying for gas is the easiest part
Hocking Hills is a great place to visit! If you ever do get the chance, I always recommend late winter/early spring. Helps avoid more of the crowds and the waterfalls are usually looking good!
The Nikon 100 400 is also one of my favorite. Use it for closeup, landscapes, birds and animals along with people and airshows. Excellent range and just a fantastic lens.
Such a great lens! The min. focus distance is one of the reasons I made the leap from a Sigma 100-400 to the Nikon!
i am staring and i love waterfalls
Waterfalls are some of my favorites!
I too love my Nikon 100-400. However, my all time favorite is my F 70-200 2.8. I bought it in 2019 for a cross-country drive and still use it on my Z7ii - not only for landscapes, but indoors to get up close to my grandchildren.
It is so hard to beat a 70-200 f/2.8 for anything portrait related! Such a great lens for that. I still have a 70-200 2.8 that I use for portraits and events - won't leave home without that one for those types of photography!
The biggest thing that keeps me from using it much for landscapes is the weight of a 2.8 and I start to feel like I am losing too much focal length on the long side versus the 100-400. (And two years ago I never thought I'd be here saying that!)
Thanks for watching!
I’d been considering getting the 100-400mm for landscape photography and lightening my bag for the longest time after watching your videos and those of other landscape photographers. However, I went with the Tamron 50-400mm Z so I could go to a 2 lens kit using it and the 14-30mm f/4 S lens. I also didn’t think there were enough optical differences to justify twice the price. I can say that I’m loving being able to shoot at >200mm while using filters. Also, I have almost that exact same waterfall shot (5:18) from when I went to Hocking Hills back in April of 2023….and yea, it was with a wide angle lens.
The Tamron 50-400mm is a promising option - I am sort of curious to try it out, just to see how it does. It definitely opens up the option of just going with two lenses (and I do like my 14-30mm, great lens!).
Cedar Falls is my favorite in the park! Always a good time visiting Hocking Hills!
And I recently just got a vivitar series 1 100 to 400 for my pen text k 1 Mark II and the colors are absolutely pristine
Very nice!
I use Nikon 80-400mm with FTZ adapter and I am happy with it. The only downside is the relatively high weight, which is further increased by the FTZ adapter. I was thinking about the Nikon Z 100-400mm, but it's also heavy, expensive, and only starts at 100mm. Another alternative is the Tamron Z 50-400mm, but I haven't found a good comparison to the Nikon 80-400 yet, I suspect that even though it's an older lens, it might be sharper compared to the new Tamron. I found some opinions on the Internet, but they are different and unprofessional. It would be nice if someone did tests of the same level as you do. Maybe you have an opinion, which is better old Nikon or new Tamron?
The Nikon 100-400 definitely hits the heavy and expensive categories! My first attempt at using a 100-400 lens was with the Sigma 100-400 f-mount that I used the FTZ adapter with. While it was still heavy, it was inexpensive! Once I started carrying it more that's when I wanted to get to the native Z mount (plus an option for a tele-converter should I go that direction).
I am very curious about the Tamron Z 50-400mm. I've been on the fence about picking it up just to try it, I might do a longer rental of it first here in a few weeks just so I have some hands on with it. It seems like high potential to hit that super zoom category. I have several f-mount Tamron lenses that I am still very happy with for portrait and event work - so I know Tamron can make some really great glass.
I wouldn't be able to comment on a comparison to the 80-400mm though, I haven't used that lens.
(Off to see if my local shop rents a Tamron 50-400mm)
Thanks for watching!
Just saw an add on B&H for a Nikkor Z 28-400 F 4-8 VR. Can't wait for the reviews.
Oh - I have that lens! I have a couple of videos on it:
ruclips.net/video/sd3yA1wYZlQ/видео.html
And
ruclips.net/video/Q7--oNeWSak/видео.html
I used in Arizona back in June as well. I actually had good luck with it in Arizona, I think I finally got a good for for it on that trip. For landscapes it is pretty cool option (The image quality of the 100-400 is better, but the 28-400 is totally passable and makes up for it in versatility).
@@JeffreyTadlockPhotographydo you prefer it over 100-400?
@@mrz1342 I prefer the 100-400mm for most occasions. The 28-400mm is handy due to its versatility in one lens. So if I am going on a trip where photography is not the main activity the 28-400mm can be handy.
But if I could only have one, I'd lean 100-400.
I agree with your love of the Nikon 100-400. I keep it on my Z7 II and the 24-120 F4 on My Z8. I keep both in my pack and usually use both to shoot a scene. I'll start with one first, whichever I think is best initially, and finish with the other. I consider myself a hybrid photographer, I like landscapes and animals and plan outings for both. I just got back from Iceland and used that setup extensively. The weather was pretty awful and the 100-400 stood the test of getting rain and snow soaked. If I had to pick my favorite between the 24-120 and 100-400, that's like asking if I like MOM or DAD better! I like both!
Such a great lens! I too am a fan of the 24-120 as well! I've actually used it as a "one lens" for a trip before when I was aiming for broad versatility.
I also love the two camera approach to things. It can make like so easy for fast changes - either from landscape to wildlife on the same trip or minimizing lens swaps in bad weather!
I won't tell if you choose a favorite! Thanks for watching!
Just found your videos..I used to love this lens and used if extensively.. However, I just purchased the 28-400 to replace it...Yes , there a few compromises, but between the weight difference, cost, and Topax photo, I think the trade off is great. Have you tried it yet?
I have used the 28-400! Still have in fact (I have a video or two on it on the channel as well). The 28-400 is very versatile, I took it to Arizona last year on a trip where I had limited time to do photography, so didn't want to take my full kit, but still wanted to have something capable and flexible with more out in the Superstitions. It worked quite well for that.
I agree with your use of the Nikon 100-400mm. I have one and love its performance and also the fact that it has a really short close focus distance useful for occasional closeups. However, because of its weight I recently purchased the new Nikon 28-400mm which combines the best of both worlds. It is much lighter and allows you to quickly try out a range of focal lengths without switching lenses. Its only drawback is the fact that it is not as sharp as the 100-400mm and doesn't focus as closely. Have you tried the 28-400mm lens and what do you think of it?
There is definitely a weight factor with either the Nikon 100-400 or the Sigma 100-400 I used to use. While the focal length was growing on me, there were many times I was like "nah, not taking it today, too heavy."
I have the 28-400mm, I did a video on it a bit back: ruclips.net/video/sd3yA1wYZlQ/видео.html
I agree with your drawbacks for the most part, but still a pretty decent lens I thought. It grew on me a bit more when I took it to Arizona a few months ago paired with the 14-30mm. On that trip I didn't have a lot of time for photos, but knew I'd get one good chance out - so I wanted a light, but versatile setup. I was happy with the photos I got with it.
My lens list as follows Pentax DFA 15-30
Pentax DFA 28-105
Vivitar series 1 100-400
Limited edition prime Pentax HD 35mm macro
And just in case I have a 1.4x telephoto converter
These lenses I use with my Pentax K-70 or the Pentax K1 Mark II or sometimes I will even go with the Pentax k-01 which is their only high-end mirrorless camera at that time but with no viewfinder
Lots of options with that setup!
My favorite focal length is currently 24 to 200mm. I have a 18 to 400 Tamron, but it is a dx lens, so i only use it for greater distance.
The 24-200mm is a great lens. I used it for a good chunk of time as amy mid to telephoto lens. Hard to beat its versatility!
@@JeffreyTadlockPhotography I may have to look for a used one. Will be in New Mexico next spring and 200mm may not be enough. I do have the old Tamron f mount dx 18-400, but it is heavy and I would rather have the full frame RAW.
@@russellyeley2561 You may also want to look at the 50-400mm lens Tamron released in the super zoom category. I have not had a chance to try it, but it could be another viable option as well. It is native Z mount and I've always had good luck with the Tamron lenses I've owned.
Enjoy New Mexico!
Dude I really wish I could get to Hocking hills That's one of the places I need to get to and can't
I have tried to get family members to take me down there and for 40 years still no
All I have is a mountain bike and I work crazy ass hours so in a time for my vacation I don't ask much just get me down there three four days bring me back
Paying for gas is the easiest part
Hocking Hills is a great place to visit! If you ever do get the chance, I always recommend late winter/early spring. Helps avoid more of the crowds and the waterfalls are usually looking good!
To be honest, the longer range shots you presented to me rather suggest to not even try. I wouldn't even consider any of these a keeper.
Fair enough! 😉