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My husband is a professional portrait photographer. He loves your landscape photography, and you’re “part of our family” every Sunday morning! His favorite lens is a Nikkor 135mmF/2.8 AIS. An old, vintage lens. We are thankful for you, Nigel!
Nigel, you've got to be the most engaging, enthusiastic, down to earth photographer on RUclips. Every one of your videos is a joy to watch and really motivates me to get out to use my camera. RUclips just doesn't get any better than this! 😂
I have the 24-200 mm lens, too, on the Z6. However I don't have your knowledge in photography (yet). I'm still learning and you were the first photographer I started to follow on RUclips. I'm so glad to see that with this lens you're able to take such amazing images. I love your work!
No question - I have been so much happier since i found the 24-200mm lens. While my husband was more than willing to lug the Beast (70-200mm) for me when we hiked, it was heavy for me to deal with even when shooting. The 24-200 has been a game changer.
Does he also have the 2x teleconverter? I’m curious how much weight it adds. To me that feels more practical than carrying around a 400mm lens but it depends on your needs. On one hand, it’s super heavy to hike with but on the other hand maybe you don’t need to walk as far with the extra 200mm reach 🤷🏽♂️
I always bring my 14-30 mm f/4s and the 24-200 mm for my Z7. Together they make the perfect combination and allows me to bring a lot of other stuff in my bagpack 👍
Thanks for saying that "creativity" is the most important thing for you and that you're willing to sacrifice something technical (in this case, sharpness) to allow for more creative freedom. It definitely shows in the art you create.
Currently a Tamron 18-270mm is my go to for a long hike. Starting to print images so let's see if that changes. On a side note, please keep on being you! It so good to see a genuine person behind the lens and your love for photography infectious. Thank you
I really like your channel Nigel because we get your thought processing while on location. Too many people miss a good photo because they do not analyses what the scene has to offer, and above all how it could drastically change with the light constantly changing on cloudy days. Sometimes just a five-minute wait could make a great difference; At other times one has to be patient and work hard to wait for the desired opportunity. Keep up the good work!
Pablo - I have been a Nikon shooter for many years and have owned Canon and Sony. I have always appreciated Nikon glass. Some time ago I heard that Nikon is a "lens company that makes cameras." The Z mount glass is outstanding. Even the F4 lenses are fantastic and they are at a very attractive price point and surprisingly light. I have the 24-200 that Nigel was demonstrating and it lives on my Z6. Great for travel or "walking around", hiking, whatever. I have no reservations recommending the Z system and readily admit that I am happily biased in favor of Nikon equipment. I am sure you will make the best decision for your needs.
@@raunlohry4000 Yep. I have a very similar story. I had been a Nikon F Mount shooter for years, but the consistently outstanding Z glass is what finally convinced me to convert from F to Z. I have the 24-200mm that Nigel featured in this video, and I concur with his conclusions. I have been shooting landscapes and wildlife for a long time, and I’ve never been able to get this kind of image quality from a walk around lens before. It’s a wonderful piece of kit to have!
I just got into the full frame experience with a Z5 and the 24-200 to start me off and it's such a versatile and quality piece of equipment to shoot with. You are such an inspiration to get out there to find and capture the beauty of the world around us.
It's personal and complicated choice, but I found that for hiking I prefer zoom and I usually use F5.6 to F7.1 to have everything sharp. With fixed lens I can't always recompose photo by walking - cause this means falling into ravine, stepping into flowers in nature protected area or so. But it depends, I use Panasonic G80 with 12-60 and 45-150 as the most versatile setup and Fuji X100V as EDC camera, because I somehow enjoy fixed focal length more and it's pocketable.
I shoot Olympus and love the 12-100mm f 4.0 pro lens. This is effective length of 24-200. It is super sharp and easy to take hiking. Great video. Love your channel.
I shoot an EM1ii with the 12-100 and I shoot a Z7 with the 24-200. I love them both. I have to say, that Olympus 12-100 is what keeps me shooting micro four-thirds. Love that lens. Wonderful build quality and great image stabilization. The Nikon, on the other hand, says "I'm plastic." It's just not the same.
Great video! I find myself often in situations where I prefer the 200mm-300mm range. With my Z6 the AF-P NIKKOR 70-300 mm lens works phenomenally and is quite light and affordable for what it is.
I agree! One of the great bargains of all full frame photography, and its little siblings, AFP DX, are also terrific. I sold my 70-300 AFP and replaced it with a 100-400 so I get extra length over the 24-200.
Nigel I have been following you for some time and what I like about you is your honesty. You helped me in assessing my surroundings for better compositions. My lens of choice has been nikon 24-120 mm. I know it is a little soft but financially it's doable.
Whenever I go into a national park (I live near two here in the US) I have moments like that all the time. Looking around and can’t get anywhere fast because I’m always stopping for to take shots. Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park are truly wonderful places, maybe one day I’ll be able to visit the Lake District….
Your photos came out fantastic, Nigel! And just goes to show it's not what equipment you have, it's how you use it. I personally like to use my 24-70mm f2.8 when I'm out hiking. Love your work, thanks for inspiring me!
I've been thinking of getting the 24-200 as an everyday anything lens. I shoot every day on my way to work and to home. I have a personal driver who operates a double-decker bus. I get some good shots that you wouldn't be able to get in a standard car or bus for that matter. I really liked Nigel's drone circling around him while he narrated on top of the hill. I think I should try that with my drone next time. I used the orbit feature once but didn't think it would be of any use until watching Nigel killing it with the amazing view.
Great vlog! Love your energy and excitement! I have recently got back into photography and bought Nikon Z5 with 24-200 kit and, after being inspired by your videos, got also 14-30 S. 24-200 stays almost always on my camera, I love this lense, the flexibility is amazing. Your video gives me confidence that it was the right choice to get this kit and that I can keep learning photography and eventually make good photos with this lense.
Nigel, your enthusiasm is infectious--in a good way of course! Your love of what you do is clearly apparent in all of your videos. The key for me is that your reviews have 'no agenda' other than explaining why you use the equipment you do and then showing us the results. While I can never expect or attempt to achieve what you do; I can certainly appreciate the results. I read what the 'experts' say; but I generally follow those that create with less than the ultimate equipment. My new 24-200 will find more use now that I have watched your reviews and real time use. Thank you--from across the pond.
I have only recently upgraded to the Nikon Z6 with the 24-70 f4 lens and absolutely love it. Really sharp and allows me to crop pretty aggressively and still finish up with a great image.
I recently purchased a Z5 and bought the 24-200 as the kit lens that comes with it. I'm not a pro... but I'm so impressed. Like the Tamron 18-400 on my D7200, the 24-200 on my Z5 punches WAY above it's weight. I feel so blessed.
Lately, my favorite hiking "lens" is my cell phone b/c I'm willing to carry it lol. I'm in the middle of trying to decide what my next camera/lens set up will be. I have a Sony a6000 w/kit lenses that I've owned since it first came out but i *hate* the kit lenses so I know I need to buy nicer glass and if I'm going to do that then I need to decide if I'm staying with APSC or going FF and with which company. I'm just a mom who likes to take photos so obviously that impacts my decision b/c I can't afford what pros can afford ;) Your photography is beautiful and I try to learn as much as I can from your videos.
@@NigelDanson oh my! I don't think I've ever won anything before, besides a board game with my kids lol. Yay! So exciting! I'll contact you through your website. 🙂
If I am only taking one lens hiking it is the Tamron 100-400, as it is my only lens that is currently functioning properly. It allows me to focus on the finer details of a scene and get a unique perspective. A 24-70 is on the horizon though.
I am a UWA junkie, so my 14-30mm is what I always take. I like the massive breadth you can get. My trinity is the 14-30, 24-70, and 70-300. Thanks Nigel for a refreshing break from my current project.. sorting and editing a 2 week trip.
Hi Nigel, 4:58- I think your edit went a little stray (A good behind the scenes insight nonetheless). ;) Great video content as always though. Again I learnt something new, thank you.
I have a Sigma 18-200mm lens on my APS-C DSLR and I agree totally with your reasons for loving it when out hiking. Sometimes it would be nice to have a faster lens but not having to change lenses and carry extra gear pays off 90% of the time
Hi Nigel, first I'd like to say your channel is a gold mine to me. Thanks to you, in the past two months, I learnt or re-discovered many things about photography, editing etc... and most of all, your channel revived my passion. It's about 4:00 am and I'm going out to take photos by the sea 😉. So, thank you. Now, to answer your question, my favorite Lens is the 24-70mm f/2.8 Canon.
I'm nowhere near mountains, and my situation is such that long drives to mountainous areas are unlikely. So I shoot in several local woods, 90%+ with a 24-70mm 2.8 lens - although I usually bring the 70-200 for occasional detail or abstract photos. Love being up on the peaks with you, Nigel!
I recently upgraded to a nikon z6 and could only afford one lens to go with it and because of watching you I went for the 24-200mm and I love it! Thanks
As a beginner in landscape photography, I really like my Lumix GX 45-175 mm. It's very compact and lets me simplify the image by zooming in on details. It's also handy if I spot birds, lizards, butterflies during my hike.
Since I'm using mostly primes I carry two bodies, the Fuji Xt2 and Xt30. My absolutely most beloved lense for landscape is the Pentax Takumar 1:4 / 50mm SMC Macro with M42 mount. Yes it is designed for Macro shots, but once you ever put focus to infinity and give it try for landscape, you will glue it on your camera. Sharpness exceeds all lenses I ever used. And the way it renders colors and contrasts is mind blowing. It's the kind of lense where people who have no real interest and knowledge in photography say "wow" if the see image taken with that.
Brilliant show yet again Nigel and your enthusiasm inspires us all, I had the 70-200 2.8 and spent weeks worrying about the possible drop in quality from the 24-200 but never looked back. Get the F stop correct and it all comes together superb and goes everywhere with me.
My favorite lens for hiking is my 24-70mm f/2.8 lens for many of the same reasons you noted Nigel. Weight, sharpness, and the quality of images I can get! Thanks for another great video/lesson. Mario
I just recently got the the 24-200 and have gone on some long hikes the past few weekends and I am pretty convinced it is the perfect single hiking lens. This one lens covers 95% of my needs and will likely be on the camera most of the time. I love just taking one lens as it keeps my pack super light. Maybe need one prime in case I want low light. So good!
When I'm going hiking, my favourite lens is my 15mm Voigtlander. It's super light to take with me and has helped me out countless times when my 24-105mm isn't wide enough. And it takes filters!
Another great video Nigel. The lens I mainly use when out hiking/walking is my Canon RF 24-105mm f/4. I also carry my Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 when the main lens isn't quite wide enough. Both lenses are quite heavy so limit myself to just those two to save wearing myself out!!!!
As part of your Masterclass I did the exercise to validate the performance of my lenses. The result was that, quality wise, I prefer my 70-200 to the 24-70!
I have two favorite lenses. My hiking lens is my 24-70mm F4. Absolutely love the versatility it offers with the weight. Otherwise my 14mm 2.8 is my other go to. Just so sharp to the end and so fast, especially at the twilight or evening hours.
Love how you have demonstrated the capabilities in ‘real-world’ terms of super zooms and how limited the compromises actually are. My mountain hike staple is a Fuji XT2 and Fuji 18-135 mm (27-200 equivalent) and a few filters. Quite liberating 😊
I love your enthusiasm. I thought I was the only one who got that excited when the light is perfect. Your videos are so enjoyable, and the drone footage here is comparable to cinematic movies. Incredible work, as always
Glad to find this older video with your opinion on the 24-200mm. My wife is currently using a D810 with the 28-300mm and is finding it bulky and heavy, especially trying to cram it into a camera bag that she likes to carry. I was looking to move her to the smaller Z6II and a comparable lens that 'does it all' with decent quality. She will never want to change a lens, so the 24-200mm seems to be the one that could work. Happy to hear it's sharp enough to satisfy a professional photographer on occasion! My walkaround lens is the 24-120mm f/4 on my D850. Almost does it all as most of my shots are in the 80mm range. And I know I'm only about a year late for the stunning print contest, but just in case the original winner said it was too big for their wall, I'm ... you know... Anyway, a big thank you for this video Nigel!
Nigel my go to lens is a Tamron 18-400, this gives me the flexibility to change rapidly from landscape to Nature without changing lenses. keep up the good work really enjoying your content and variation.
As a beginner I always enjoy your videos, learned so much from you. Thank you for that. Starting out with a Canon 6d MkII, I carry all 3 of my lenses, 50mm 1.8, 16-35mm 2.8 and 24-105mm f4.
I really dig you synchronizing your audio with the drone footage of you explaining your composition on the mountain top. Next level compared to most other youtuber photog channels. Brilliant!
My landscape favorites now are my Z 7ii with the Z 14-24 f/2.8 S, Z 24-70 f/2.8 S & the Z 70-200 f/2.8 S. I just love your videos and always look forward to them. Thank you so much for your great videos and books.
The 24-200 is way better than most of us need. Sharpness is just one tiny part of an image. Composition, colours and LIGHT are all much more important, which the image at 7:07 proves perfectly. This lens is a small wonder and it covers it all, almost. You might wanna add a prime or two, to your bag, depending on your style.
Nigel, thank you so much for your videos, I've learnt a lot since I've started to watch them methodically every week. About a year ago I had a rusty Nikon D90 with the kit lens 18-105 mm and ALL of my photos taken on Auto. Last year I've decided to upgrade and, after two months of research, reviews, comparisons - you name it, I've switched to Nikon Z6. That was a game changer. Now, I shoot in M/A/S modes (no more auto) - 20 mm f1.8 for landscape and architecture, and 70-200 mm with 2x teleconverter for wildlife. The one lens that is on my list to buy in the next few months is 24-70 mm f2.8 and that one will be my hiking lens.
My favorite lens is the Canon 17-40 f4 because it's the best quality lens I own. I have my eye on other lenses, but can't afford them at the moment. I love that picture and watch all of your videos. You do a great job!
I am a DSLR guy, still and as long as I can, and I use 2 Nikon zooms with my d780. First is the 24-120 f4, the second the 70-300 4.5-5.6. These are both Thom Hogan recommendations, and not super expensive. Thom is a very reliable reviewer of Nikon gear, and if he likes a lens, it is good. I have been very happy with these two.
Lightweight lenses for my Canon - Canon EF 16-35mm f4 to cover all wide angle needs & Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5,6 IS II USM for closeups - great lightweight ZOOM option with really good quality comparing to the size and price. If I have space I am taking also Canon EF 24-105 f4. With these 3 lenses I am covering 16-300mm keeping the really good quality and still making my set quite light. Amazing shots Nigel, love the light!
Well your videos have inspired me Nigel. I've just today, bought a good secondhand z6 at a great price. This evening, my wife fully endorsed my purchase, and told me to go ahead and buy the 24-200 as my birthday present (in September!) as well. Cant wait to put some of your teachings to the test! Many thanks, from Paihia, New Zealand!
Hi, I'm just starting my journey in photography, I learned the very basics with a Sony DSC-HX400V, ten months ago I bought a Sony A6000 with a couple of Chinese manual lenses and this little setup help me start learning the professional way. Today I shoot with a Sony a7rii and a Tamron 28-75mm lens and that is my favorite (and only) lens. I hope I can soon learn take amazing photos like yours, so far I can see that I have a long way to go, but I will get there. I know that having one of your prints on my wall will motivate even more and also keep me inspired. Thank you for this channel.
Weight is so important when hiking so I am now shifting from F2.8 lenses to F4. For my D810 I used during hikes the Nikkor 16-35 for wide angle and the Tamron 70-300. Really good quality per gram (and £). For my Z7 I just ordered the Z24-200 that I will use with the Z 14-30 F4. Fantastic to be able to cover so much range with just 2 light weight lenses!
I often go out with my 28/200mm tamron lens. It is just so versatile and light. Although I love prime lenses, quality wise are impeccable and they help you get creative with your compositions. Lovely content as always Nigel
Great vlog. For those of us who have difficulty justifying the cost of a high end zoom it is encouraging a much less expensive alternative can produce such excellent results. The lens I fine myself carrying the most is the Nikkor 28-300mm f3.5-5.6G. Not the sharpest but incredibly versatile.
I have the 24-70mm 2.8 lens, which is my usual 'go-to' lens, but I'm getting more and more interested in the 24-200 for a lighter walk-around lens. Yet again Nigel, another great video 👍🏼
You're enthusiasm being on the mountain was a sight to behold. Days with fast clouds over rough terrain are ones I live for and I'd have gone a little bonkers as well. I absolutely love my 24-200 lens! It is always on my camera, as I can grab a closeup of the woodpecker eating out the hummingbird feeder at breakfast and then epic vistas over the sand dunes at sunset. I hardly print as large as you do, and my shots tend to be a bit darker so the soft edges are rarely noticeable; but you're correct in finding out where the lens is sharpest at. As an aside, I took my Z-6ii with the 24-70 f2.8 and my Z-50 with the 20-200 for an overcast sunrise and both sets of shots came out amazing. It was hard pressed to tell which photo came from which set-up at 8x10 in.
I shoot mostly with my RF 24-105/F4 when it's about landscapes. When I'm out to shoot wildlife it's my Sigma 60-600. Even with that it is poosible to shoot landscapes. I enjoy your vides a lot and learn even more.
Love the excitement in the video! This is what photography is all about! Lens wise for me, my 24-105mm spends quite some time on my camera. However I have just recently splashed out and bought the 16-35mm and am really enjoying the accentuated perspectives it creates with close up subjects. All part of the learning game and I'm enjoying every step. I can't see myself ever tiring of it 😃
Thanks for sharing this one. I am a long time Nikon user with several large hunks of AF-D glass...80-200 & 20-35 f2.8 lenses with long use on with an F5, & a more recently with a D850. I recently purchased a Z6II, primarily for video work...new business to assist Autistic adults, like me, to connect with & help each. I use my 28-300 f3.5-5.6 G & my 50 1.4G with the Z. No need to replace my AF-D's at the moment, as the Z is focused primarily on video capture. You video here was very helpful, as I will be extending my Z capabilities for still photos, & I am researching a path to either use my AF-D's more capably, if Nikon decides to support us, or purchase higher quality glass for the Z. This video provides great info for my research base whenever I decide to extend my lens stable.
Those are the kind of conditions we all hope for. I don’t blame you at all for abandoning the vlog. That tells a story in its own way. I recently bought a Z6 so I don’t have a lot of lens choice without opting for F mount. I really do love the 24-70 F4 but I just got the 50 F1.8 which is fantastic. I would like to get the 100-400 sometime when it comes out but price will play a roll as it’s just a hobby for me.
This lens is the one I now use the most. Great to see what you can achieve with it when used correctly. As I found out on a recent trip to the lakes it’s so light and easy to take with you. 👍
Great video….I also love the 24-200mm lens for shooting landscapes. It is so much lighter than carrying 2-3 lenses on a long hike and can handle anything I attempt.
Love your videos Nigel because I always come away with something verified, something new and something useful. My three favorite landscape lenses are my Nikon 16-35, f4.0, 24-120, f4.0 and on the longer side for getting a photo within a photo, I use an 80-200, f2.8. Thank you for your great videos!
I nearly always carry three lenses with me. My 24-70 f2.8 is my landscape workhorse, but have been loving my 16-35 f2.8 lately. I also have a 70-200 f2.8 in my bag always. I know that is heavy glass, but I love having sharp photos.
I’ve recently bought the 24-200 for this specific reason. For travel and hiking… it’s been awesome. I’ve also been testing it for my kids sports stuff too. So far so good. Thanks for all the great content.
I'm super fresh in my photography journey, so I decided to invest in a good sharp universal lens that will leave with me forever - Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8G ED. Gorgeous lens for 95% of occasions! For now, I'm ready to ignore size and weight, but for the future will look for something lighter for sure.
I shoot on a Lumix S1R, and my best lens is an S-PRO 16-35mm.... but the lens that is on my camera the most often is an adapted apsc Sigma 18-300mm! Even though it's cropped and less sharp, it's SO useful to have that huge range of focal lengths at my fingertips!
If I only can carry one lens, my favorite is my 24x70mm 2.8 . I just love the sharpness, it never fails me . I love your mountain shots. Thank you for sharing your photos !
Your videos don’t get much better than this! Where have I heard that phrase before! Another great video. I wish that I had discovered your channel years ago. I’ve just switched from a Canon 24-105 to Canon 24-70 and 70-200 lenses. Good quality lenses but very heavy to carry for a day. I must sign up for one of your workshops when they restart.
I look forward to your videos each week. I take both my 24 to 70 and 70 to 200 Z mount 2.8 lens when I go hiking and kayaking. In the woods I use my 24 to 70 the most and when out kayaking the 70 to 200 get more use.
I love how excited you get, your joy is palpable. You love doing this and it shows - makes it really endearing and enjoyable to watch. Thanks for making such great videos!
Bought the 24-200mm. Absolutely love it. Not as sharp as my other lenses but good enough for me. Paired with the 14-30, it's the perfect do-it-all hiking kit.
Your passion is so invigorating! It's so easy to get jaded by comparing gear, moaning about location, etc, but getting out and getting excited is really what it's all about :) My favourite lens is my Nikon 24-70 2.8G, it's pretty tough to find a scenario that lens can't tackle. My runner up is the much more affordable 50mm 1.4D. For $200, I have something compact, with excellent image quality, and great low light capability.
Another winner video Nigel. Glad you regained your balance at 14:21; that looked close for an instant. Our local landscape is not loaded with wide vistas, so my most frequent lens is a 24-70 f2.8. When I do end up with a far view, I move up to a 70-200 f2.8.
Thank you, Nigel for the videos. I'm a beginner so I don't have much lens variety. I just purchased my first non kit lens, an 18-200mm Tamron. With so many places closed this past year due to Covid, there wasn't much hiking to do. Spent my time trying different things in the yard so I don't forget everything I've learned up to this point. Hoping to get out a bit more this year.
I use the same 24-200mm Z lens on my Z6. I was drawn to it by positive reviews by Spencer Cox on the Photography Life web site who said it was his go-to landscape Nikon Z lens when hiking. I think we have all come to the same conclusion! No lens is perfect but this covers the most important focal length range and avoids weight and also lens changing in poor weather. I have used mine in the rain with no ill effect yet. Landscape photographers usually shoot at f8 -f16 so an F2.8 or even an f4 zoom is not needed and stopping down avoids some of the optical defects. Overall I am really pleased I bought this lens.
Nobody noticed the microphone adjust at 5mins did they? Nobody? no? Great! Thanks for watching the rest of the edit if you got past that.... :) And don't forget to like, subscribe and comment if you want a chance of winning the huge print (and 1 of 1 print!)
It’s barely noticeable ;)
I thought that was the best part, more of that please in future videos 😂😂😂
Sure did, I’d assumed it was all part of the theatre
Nope, didn't notice a thing... honest 😁
I was confused ... LOL! But kept watching. xD
My husband is a professional portrait photographer. He loves your landscape photography, and you’re “part of our family” every Sunday morning! His favorite lens is a Nikkor 135mmF/2.8 AIS. An old, vintage lens. We are thankful for you, Nigel!
Nigel, you've got to be the most engaging, enthusiastic, down to earth photographer on RUclips. Every one of your videos is a joy to watch and really motivates me to get out to use my camera. RUclips just doesn't get any better than this! 😂
Love the videos Nigel and this one really shows your passion. my go to lens when out and about is my canon F4 24-105
I have the 24-200 mm lens, too, on the Z6. However I don't have your knowledge in photography (yet). I'm still learning and you were the first photographer I started to follow on RUclips. I'm so glad to see that with this lens you're able to take such amazing images. I love your work!
No question - I have been so much happier since i found the 24-200mm lens. While my husband was more than willing to lug the Beast (70-200mm) for me when we hiked, it was heavy for me to deal with even when shooting. The 24-200 has been a game changer.
Does he also have the 2x teleconverter? I’m curious how much weight it adds. To me that feels more practical than carrying around a 400mm lens but it depends on your needs. On one hand, it’s super heavy to hike with but on the other hand maybe you don’t need to walk as far with the extra 200mm reach 🤷🏽♂️
I always bring my 14-30 mm f/4s and the 24-200 mm for my Z7. Together they make the perfect combination and allows me to bring a lot of other stuff in my bagpack 👍
Thanks for saying that "creativity" is the most important thing for you and that you're willing to sacrifice something technical (in this case, sharpness) to allow for more creative freedom. It definitely shows in the art you create.
Currently a Tamron 18-270mm is my go to for a long hike. Starting to print images so let's see if that changes.
On a side note, please keep on being you! It so good to see a genuine person behind the lens and your love for photography infectious. Thank you
The joy you feel with photography is authentic. That’s why I love watching your videos.
Thanks so much
I really like your channel Nigel because we get your thought processing while on location. Too many people miss a good photo because they do not analyses what the scene has to offer, and above all how it could drastically change with the light constantly changing on cloudy days. Sometimes just a five-minute wait could make a great difference; At other times one has to be patient and work hard to wait for the desired opportunity.
Keep up the good work!
Since my equipment has been stolen I'm considering switching to Nikon and the 24-200 seems like a great option along with the 14-30.
You will not regret it!
I use this 24 200 with a Z5 and is really good.
Pablo - I have been a Nikon shooter for many years and have owned Canon and Sony. I have always appreciated Nikon glass. Some time ago I heard that Nikon is a "lens company that makes cameras." The Z mount glass is outstanding. Even the F4 lenses are fantastic and they are at a very attractive price point and surprisingly light. I have the 24-200 that Nigel was demonstrating and it lives on my Z6. Great for travel or "walking around", hiking, whatever. I have no reservations recommending the Z system and readily admit that I am happily biased in favor of Nikon equipment. I am sure you will make the best decision for your needs.
@@raunlohry4000 Yep. I have a very similar story. I had been a Nikon F Mount shooter for years, but the consistently outstanding Z glass is what finally convinced me to convert from F to Z. I have the 24-200mm that Nigel featured in this video, and I concur with his conclusions. I have been shooting landscapes and wildlife for a long time, and I’ve never been able to get this kind of image quality from a walk around lens before. It’s a wonderful piece of kit to have!
I just got into the full frame experience with a Z5 and the 24-200 to start me off and it's such a versatile and quality piece of equipment to shoot with. You are such an inspiration to get out there to find and capture the beauty of the world around us.
I really enjoy my Olympus 25mm f1.8 (50mm equiv) when hiking - it’s tiny, sharp and the fixed focal length helps me focus on composition.
It's personal and complicated choice, but I found that for hiking I prefer zoom and I usually use F5.6 to F7.1 to have everything sharp.
With fixed lens I can't always recompose photo by walking - cause this means falling into ravine, stepping into flowers in nature protected area or so.
But it depends, I use Panasonic G80 with 12-60 and 45-150 as the most versatile setup and Fuji X100V as EDC camera, because I somehow enjoy fixed focal length more and it's pocketable.
I shoot Olympus and love the 12-100mm f 4.0 pro lens. This is effective length of 24-200. It is super sharp and easy to take hiking. Great video. Love your channel.
I shoot an EM1ii with the 12-100 and I shoot a Z7 with the 24-200. I love them both. I have to say, that Olympus 12-100 is what keeps me shooting micro four-thirds. Love that lens. Wonderful build quality and great image stabilization. The Nikon, on the other hand, says "I'm plastic." It's just not the same.
Great video! I find myself often in situations where I prefer the 200mm-300mm range. With my Z6 the AF-P NIKKOR 70-300 mm lens works phenomenally and is quite light and affordable for what it is.
I agree! One of the great bargains of all full frame photography, and its little siblings, AFP DX, are also terrific.
I sold my 70-300 AFP and replaced it with a 100-400 so I get extra length over the 24-200.
Nigel I have been following you for some time and what I like about you is your honesty. You helped me in assessing my surroundings for better compositions. My lens of choice has been nikon 24-120 mm. I know it is a little soft but financially it's doable.
Whenever I go into a national park (I live near two here in the US) I have moments like that all the time. Looking around and can’t get anywhere fast because I’m always stopping for to take shots. Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park are truly wonderful places, maybe one day I’ll be able to visit the Lake District….
Can't argue with the quality and comparative lightness of a Z6/7 alongside the 14-30 & 24-200! Very powerful combo.
Hi, I have just changed to a Z7ii and I love the 24-200mm because of the flexibility it gives when hiking
Me too! Same combination. It's a delightful lens and I love our Zs.
Your photos came out fantastic, Nigel! And just goes to show it's not what equipment you have, it's how you use it. I personally like to use my 24-70mm f2.8 when I'm out hiking. Love your work, thanks for inspiring me!
I've been thinking of getting the 24-200 as an everyday anything lens. I shoot every day on my way to work and to home. I have a personal driver who operates a double-decker bus. I get some good shots that you wouldn't be able to get in a standard car or bus for that matter.
I really liked Nigel's drone circling around him while he narrated on top of the hill. I think I should try that with my drone next time. I used the orbit feature once but didn't think it would be of any use until watching Nigel killing it with the amazing view.
Love my Canon 24-70 F4 L. Sharp, reasonably light and never lets me down. Love the printing process
Great vlog! Love your energy and excitement! I have recently got back into photography and bought Nikon Z5 with 24-200 kit and, after being inspired by your videos, got also 14-30 S.
24-200 stays almost always on my camera, I love this lense, the flexibility is amazing. Your video gives me confidence that it was the right choice to get this kit and that I can keep learning photography and eventually make good photos with this lense.
Nigel, your enthusiasm is infectious--in a good way of course! Your love of what you do is clearly apparent in all of your videos. The key for me is that your reviews have 'no agenda' other than explaining why you use the equipment you do and then showing us the results. While I can never expect or attempt to achieve what you do; I can certainly appreciate the results. I read what the 'experts' say; but I generally follow those that create with less than the ultimate equipment. My new 24-200 will find more use now that I have watched your reviews and real time use. Thank you--from across the pond.
Thanks your video was guiding,your experiences will be helpful for future. I use 24 - 70 lens. for land Scape during last hours of light
My workhorse landscape lens is the Nikon 24-70 f/4; light weight, super sharp at f/5.6; almost always stack for maximum sharpness-in-depth.
I have only recently upgraded to the Nikon Z6 with the 24-70 f4 lens and absolutely love it. Really sharp and allows me to crop pretty aggressively and still finish up with a great image.
Wishing i did have a decent camera kit. My lens is my phone and I enjoy it all the same.
I recently purchased a Z5 and bought the 24-200 as the kit lens that comes with it. I'm not a pro... but I'm so impressed. Like the Tamron 18-400 on my D7200, the 24-200 on my Z5 punches WAY above it's weight. I feel so blessed.
Lately, my favorite hiking "lens" is my cell phone b/c I'm willing to carry it lol. I'm in the middle of trying to decide what my next camera/lens set up will be. I have a Sony a6000 w/kit lenses that I've owned since it first came out but i *hate* the kit lenses so I know I need to buy nicer glass and if I'm going to do that then I need to decide if I'm staying with APSC or going FF and with which company. I'm just a mom who likes to take photos so obviously that impacts my decision b/c I can't afford what pros can afford ;) Your photography is beautiful and I try to learn as much as I can from your videos.
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If I am only taking one lens hiking it is the Tamron 100-400, as it is my only lens that is currently functioning properly. It allows me to focus on the finer details of a scene and get a unique perspective. A 24-70 is on the horizon though.
Tell me that printer footage is sped up!? I couldn’t believe my eyes for a second 😂
ha ha - yep! I wish I could speed up the bit at 5mins... (doh!)
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I am a UWA junkie, so my 14-30mm is what I always take. I like the massive breadth you can get. My trinity is the 14-30, 24-70, and 70-300. Thanks Nigel for a refreshing break from my current project.. sorting and editing a 2 week trip.
Hi Nigel, 4:58- I think your edit went a little stray (A good behind the scenes insight nonetheless). ;) Great video content as always though. Again I learnt something new, thank you.
Glad I’m not going crazy after all...
I use a D7100 with an 18-105mm lens and I have learnt so much from your videos
How I wish I could still get up those mountains but age rules that out so I'll just enjoy vicariously instead.
Love your enthusiasm when you print your work. “It doesn’t get better than this”. My workhorse for all round landscapes is Sigma 17-70 2.8.
5 mins, yeah everyone's noticed it. But I almost thought it was a deliberate hurmor effort. Man it felt like those hilarious new broadcast moments
Just digging a hole...
I have a Sigma 18-200mm lens on my APS-C DSLR and I agree totally with your reasons for loving it when out hiking. Sometimes it would be nice to have a faster lens but not having to change lenses and carry extra gear pays off 90% of the time
Hi Nigel, first I'd like to say your channel is a gold mine to me. Thanks to you, in the past two months, I learnt or re-discovered many things about photography, editing etc... and most of all, your channel revived my passion. It's about 4:00 am and I'm going out to take photos by the sea 😉. So, thank you.
Now, to answer your question, my favorite Lens is the 24-70mm f/2.8 Canon.
I'm nowhere near mountains, and my situation is such that long drives to mountainous areas are unlikely. So I shoot in several local woods, 90%+ with a 24-70mm 2.8 lens - although I usually bring the 70-200 for occasional detail or abstract photos. Love being up on the peaks with you, Nigel!
I recently upgraded to a nikon z6 and could only afford one lens to go with it and because of watching you I went for the 24-200mm and I love it! Thanks
As a beginner in landscape photography, I really like my Lumix GX 45-175 mm. It's very compact and lets me simplify the image by zooming in on details. It's also handy if I spot birds, lizards, butterflies during my hike.
Since I'm using mostly primes I carry two bodies, the Fuji Xt2 and Xt30. My absolutely most beloved lense for landscape is the Pentax Takumar 1:4 / 50mm SMC Macro with M42 mount. Yes it is designed for Macro shots, but once you ever put focus to infinity and give it try for landscape, you will glue it on your camera. Sharpness exceeds all lenses I ever used. And the way it renders colors and contrasts is mind blowing. It's the kind of lense where people who have no real interest and knowledge in photography say "wow" if the see image taken with that.
Brilliant show yet again Nigel and your enthusiasm inspires us all, I had the 70-200 2.8 and spent weeks worrying about the possible drop in quality from the 24-200 but never looked back. Get the F stop correct and it all comes together superb and goes everywhere with me.
My favorite lens for hiking is my 24-70mm f/2.8 lens for many of the same reasons you noted Nigel. Weight, sharpness, and the quality of images I can get! Thanks for another great video/lesson. Mario
I just recently got the the 24-200 and have gone on some long hikes the past few weekends and I am pretty convinced it is the perfect single hiking lens. This one lens covers 95% of my needs and will likely be on the camera most of the time. I love just taking one lens as it keeps my pack super light. Maybe need one prime in case I want low light. So good!
When I'm going hiking, my favourite lens is my 15mm Voigtlander. It's super light to take with me and has helped me out countless times when my 24-105mm isn't wide enough. And it takes filters!
Another great video Nigel. The lens I mainly use when out hiking/walking is my Canon RF 24-105mm f/4. I also carry my Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 when the main lens isn't quite wide enough. Both lenses are quite heavy so limit myself to just those two to save wearing myself out!!!!
As part of your Masterclass I did the exercise to validate the performance of my lenses. The result was that, quality wise, I prefer my 70-200 to the 24-70!
I have two favorite lenses. My hiking lens is my 24-70mm F4. Absolutely love the versatility it offers with the weight. Otherwise my 14mm 2.8 is my other go to. Just so sharp to the end and so fast, especially at the twilight or evening hours.
Thank you Nigel for this great vlog. When hiking I take two lenses, the Z 20mm and the 24-200.
Love how you have demonstrated the capabilities in ‘real-world’ terms of super zooms and how limited the compromises actually are. My mountain hike staple is a Fuji XT2 and Fuji 18-135 mm (27-200 equivalent) and a few filters. Quite liberating 😊
I love your enthusiasm. I thought I was the only one who got that excited when the light is perfect. Your videos are so enjoyable, and the drone footage here is comparable to cinematic movies. Incredible work, as always
Glad to find this older video with your opinion on the 24-200mm. My wife is currently using a D810 with the 28-300mm and is finding it bulky and heavy, especially trying to cram it into a camera bag that she likes to carry. I was looking to move her to the smaller Z6II and a comparable lens that 'does it all' with decent quality. She will never want to change a lens, so the 24-200mm seems to be the one that could work. Happy to hear it's sharp enough to satisfy a professional photographer on occasion! My walkaround lens is the 24-120mm f/4 on my D850. Almost does it all as most of my shots are in the 80mm range. And I know I'm only about a year late for the stunning print contest, but just in case the original winner said it was too big for their wall, I'm ... you know... Anyway, a big thank you for this video Nigel!
Nigel my go to lens is a Tamron 18-400, this gives me the flexibility to change rapidly from landscape to Nature without changing lenses. keep up the good work really enjoying your content and variation.
As a beginner I always enjoy your videos, learned so much from you. Thank you for that. Starting out with a Canon 6d MkII, I carry all 3 of my lenses, 50mm 1.8, 16-35mm 2.8 and 24-105mm f4.
I really dig you synchronizing your audio with the drone footage of you explaining your composition on the mountain top. Next level compared to most other youtuber photog channels. Brilliant!
My landscape favorites now are my Z 7ii with the Z 14-24 f/2.8 S, Z 24-70 f/2.8 S & the Z 70-200 f/2.8 S. I just love your videos and always look forward to them. Thank you so much for your great videos and books.
The 24-200 is way better than most of us need. Sharpness is just one tiny part of an image. Composition, colours and LIGHT are all much more important, which the image at 7:07 proves perfectly. This lens is a small wonder and it covers it all, almost. You might wanna add a prime or two, to your bag, depending on your style.
Nigel, thank you so much for your videos, I've learnt a lot since I've started to watch them methodically every week. About a year ago I had a rusty Nikon D90 with the kit lens 18-105 mm and ALL of my photos taken on Auto. Last year I've decided to upgrade and, after two months of research, reviews, comparisons - you name it, I've switched to Nikon Z6. That was a game changer. Now, I shoot in M/A/S modes (no more auto) - 20 mm f1.8 for landscape and architecture, and 70-200 mm with 2x teleconverter for wildlife. The one lens that is on my list to buy in the next few months is 24-70 mm f2.8 and that one will be my hiking lens.
For landscape photography, I always carry my Tamron 24-70 2.8. It's a little heavy, but I love the sense of brightness and clarity it always provides.
My go to lens for hiking is the same 24-200 lens. So versatile and it is great not having to worry about switching lenses.
My favorite lens is the Canon 17-40 f4 because it's the best quality lens I own. I have my eye on other lenses, but can't afford them at the moment. I love that picture and watch all of your videos. You do a great job!
I am a DSLR guy, still and as long as I can, and I use 2 Nikon zooms with my d780. First is the 24-120 f4, the second the 70-300 4.5-5.6. These are both Thom Hogan recommendations, and not super expensive. Thom is a very reliable reviewer of Nikon gear, and if he likes a lens, it is good. I have been very happy with these two.
Lightweight lenses for my Canon - Canon EF 16-35mm f4 to cover all wide angle needs & Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5,6 IS II USM for closeups - great lightweight ZOOM option with really good quality comparing to the size and price. If I have space I am taking also Canon EF 24-105 f4. With these 3 lenses I am covering 16-300mm keeping the really good quality and still making my set quite light.
Amazing shots Nigel, love the light!
I could watch videos of that drone circling the mountains all day long! What a beautiful landscape!
Well your videos have inspired me Nigel. I've just today, bought a good secondhand z6 at a great price. This evening, my wife fully endorsed my purchase, and told me to go ahead and buy the 24-200 as my birthday present (in September!) as well. Cant wait to put some of your teachings to the test! Many thanks, from Paihia, New Zealand!
Hi, I'm just starting my journey in photography, I learned the very basics with a Sony DSC-HX400V, ten months ago I bought a Sony A6000 with a couple of Chinese manual lenses and this little setup help me start learning the professional way. Today I shoot with a Sony a7rii and a Tamron 28-75mm lens and that is my favorite (and only) lens. I hope I can soon learn take amazing photos like yours, so far I can see that I have a long way to go, but I will get there. I know that having one of your prints on my wall will motivate even more and also keep me inspired. Thank you for this channel.
Weight is so important when hiking so I am now shifting from F2.8 lenses to F4. For my D810 I used during hikes the Nikkor 16-35 for wide angle and the Tamron 70-300. Really good quality per gram (and £). For my Z7 I just ordered the Z24-200 that I will use with the Z 14-30 F4. Fantastic to be able to cover so much range with just 2 light weight lenses!
I carry the z24-200mm for mountain landscapes when I'm thru hiking/camping and usually the z20mm f1.8 for astral. Your vlogs inspire me. Thank you.
I often go out with my 28/200mm tamron lens. It is just so versatile and light. Although I love prime lenses, quality wise are impeccable and they help you get creative with your compositions.
Lovely content as always Nigel
Always looking forward to these videos every Sunday, thank you!
Great vlog. For those of us who have difficulty justifying the cost of a high end zoom it is encouraging a much less expensive alternative can produce such excellent results. The lens I fine myself carrying the most is the Nikkor 28-300mm f3.5-5.6G. Not the sharpest but incredibly versatile.
A 70-200 f2.8 is probably my favorite lens as I’ve used it the most for shooting softball and hockey when my kids were playing.
I have the 24-70mm 2.8 lens, which is my usual 'go-to' lens, but I'm getting more and more interested in the 24-200 for a lighter walk-around lens. Yet again Nigel, another great video 👍🏼
You're enthusiasm being on the mountain was a sight to behold. Days with fast clouds over rough terrain are ones I live for and I'd have gone a little bonkers as well. I absolutely love my 24-200 lens! It is always on my camera, as I can grab a closeup of the woodpecker eating out the hummingbird feeder at breakfast and then epic vistas over the sand dunes at sunset. I hardly print as large as you do, and my shots tend to be a bit darker so the soft edges are rarely noticeable; but you're correct in finding out where the lens is sharpest at. As an aside, I took my Z-6ii with the 24-70 f2.8 and my Z-50 with the 20-200 for an overcast sunrise and both sets of shots came out amazing. It was hard pressed to tell which photo came from which set-up at 8x10 in.
I shoot mostly with my RF 24-105/F4 when it's about landscapes. When I'm out to shoot wildlife it's my Sigma 60-600. Even with that it is poosible to shoot landscapes. I enjoy your vides a lot and learn even more.
Love the excitement in the video! This is what photography is all about!
Lens wise for me, my 24-105mm spends quite some time on my camera. However I have just recently splashed out and bought the 16-35mm and am really enjoying the accentuated perspectives it creates with close up subjects.
All part of the learning game and I'm enjoying every step. I can't see myself ever tiring of it 😃
That aerial shot as you're talking the composition through is awesome!
Thanks for sharing this one. I am a long time Nikon user with several large hunks of AF-D glass...80-200 & 20-35 f2.8 lenses with long use on with an F5, & a more recently with a D850. I recently purchased a Z6II, primarily for video work...new business to assist Autistic adults, like me, to connect with & help each. I use my 28-300 f3.5-5.6 G & my 50 1.4G with the Z. No need to replace my AF-D's at the moment, as the Z is focused primarily on video capture. You video here was very helpful, as I will be extending my Z capabilities for still photos, & I am researching a path to either use my AF-D's more capably, if Nikon decides to support us, or purchase higher quality glass for the Z. This video provides great info for my research base whenever I decide to extend my lens stable.
Those are the kind of conditions we all hope for. I don’t blame you at all for abandoning the vlog. That tells a story in its own way. I recently bought a Z6 so I don’t have a lot of lens choice without opting for F mount. I really do love the 24-70 F4 but I just got the 50 F1.8 which is fantastic. I would like to get the 100-400 sometime when it comes out but price will play a roll as it’s just a hobby for me.
This lens is the one I now use the most. Great to see what you can achieve with it when used correctly. As I found out on a recent trip to the lakes it’s so light and easy to take with you. 👍
Great video….I also love the 24-200mm lens for shooting landscapes. It is so much lighter than carrying 2-3 lenses on a long hike and can handle anything I attempt.
Love your videos Nigel because I always come away with something verified, something new and something useful. My three favorite landscape lenses are my Nikon 16-35, f4.0, 24-120, f4.0 and on the longer side for getting a photo within a photo, I use an 80-200, f2.8. Thank you for your great videos!
I nearly always carry three lenses with me. My 24-70 f2.8 is my landscape workhorse, but have been loving my 16-35 f2.8 lately. I also have a 70-200 f2.8 in my bag always. I know that is heavy glass, but I love having sharp photos.
I’ve recently bought the 24-200 for this specific reason. For travel and hiking… it’s been awesome. I’ve also been testing it for my kids sports stuff too. So far so good.
Thanks for all the great content.
I'm super fresh in my photography journey, so I decided to invest in a good sharp universal lens that will leave with me forever - Nikkor AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8G ED. Gorgeous lens for 95% of occasions! For now, I'm ready to ignore size and weight, but for the future will look for something lighter for sure.
I shoot on a Lumix S1R, and my best lens is an S-PRO 16-35mm.... but the lens that is on my camera the most often is an adapted apsc Sigma 18-300mm! Even though it's cropped and less sharp, it's SO useful to have that huge range of focal lengths at my fingertips!
If I only can carry one lens, my favorite is my 24x70mm 2.8 . I just love the sharpness, it never fails me .
I love your mountain shots. Thank you for sharing your photos !
Your videos don’t get much better than this! Where have I heard that phrase before! Another great video. I wish that I had discovered your channel years ago. I’ve just switched from a Canon 24-105 to Canon 24-70 and 70-200 lenses. Good quality lenses but very heavy to carry for a day. I must sign up for one of your workshops when they restart.
I look forward to your videos each week. I take both my 24 to 70 and 70 to 200 Z mount 2.8 lens when I go hiking and kayaking. In the woods I use my 24 to 70 the most and when out kayaking the 70 to 200 get more use.
I love how excited you get, your joy is palpable. You love doing this and it shows - makes it really endearing and enjoyable to watch. Thanks for making such great videos!
Bought the 24-200mm. Absolutely love it. Not as sharp as my other lenses but good enough for me. Paired with the 14-30, it's the perfect do-it-all hiking kit.
Your passion is so invigorating! It's so easy to get jaded by comparing gear, moaning about location, etc, but getting out and getting excited is really what it's all about :)
My favourite lens is my Nikon 24-70 2.8G, it's pretty tough to find a scenario that lens can't tackle. My runner up is the much more affordable 50mm 1.4D. For $200, I have something compact, with excellent image quality, and great low light capability.
Another winner video Nigel. Glad you regained your balance at 14:21; that looked close for an instant.
Our local landscape is not loaded with wide vistas, so my most frequent lens is a 24-70 f2.8. When I do end up with a far view, I move up to a 70-200 f2.8.
Thank you, Nigel for the videos. I'm a beginner so I don't have much lens variety. I just purchased my first non kit lens, an 18-200mm Tamron. With so many places closed this past year due to Covid, there wasn't much hiking to do. Spent my time trying different things in the yard so I don't forget everything I've learned up to this point. Hoping to get out a bit more this year.
You are one of my two or three the most enthusiastic vloggers I subscribe to!
I am a novice so I have only 2 lenses. My favorite of them is a 24-70.
I use the same 24-200mm Z lens on my Z6. I was drawn to it by positive reviews by Spencer Cox on the Photography Life web site who said it was his go-to landscape Nikon Z lens when hiking. I think we have all come to the same conclusion! No lens is perfect but this covers the most important focal length range and avoids weight and also lens changing in poor weather. I have used mine in the rain with no ill effect yet. Landscape photographers usually shoot at f8 -f16 so an F2.8 or even an f4 zoom is not needed and stopping down avoids some of the optical defects. Overall I am really pleased I bought this lens.
I love the enthusiasm! I use a 28 mm - 300 mm most of the time simply because you can have many different views of even the same landscape.
I have an 18-140 mm (APS-C) that’s my go to lens. Love the versatility it gives