03-15-2012, 07:17 PM
Hi friends
I had some discussion here earlier about options for longer lenses for bird photography. After lot of deliberation and budget consideration, my choice boiled down to the following:
1. Nikon AF-S 300 f4+1.4x Kenko MC4 DGX or 1.4x Kenko Pro 300 TC (can't afford the Nikon 1.4x if I get 300 f4)
2. Nikon 80-400 VR
I understand that sharpness and lens performance is quite closely related to camera body. So with my D90, which one would offer me better IQ at the longest end? Primarily I am a nature and Bird photographer, so my subjects are always on the move.
I have also heard that 80-40VR functions with a 1.4x TC in good light. So it appears to me to be more versatile. Moreover, as I shall be joining to separate instruments for option 1, I think there will be more chances of alignment problems and which may result in loss of IQ. Finally, I intend to use a Monopod, but hand holding I find to be most comfortable.
Thank you
I had some discussion here earlier about options for longer lenses for bird photography. After lot of deliberation and budget consideration, my choice boiled down to the following:
1. Nikon AF-S 300 f4+1.4x Kenko MC4 DGX or 1.4x Kenko Pro 300 TC (can't afford the Nikon 1.4x if I get 300 f4)
2. Nikon 80-400 VR
I understand that sharpness and lens performance is quite closely related to camera body. So with my D90, which one would offer me better IQ at the longest end? Primarily I am a nature and Bird photographer, so my subjects are always on the move.
I have also heard that 80-40VR functions with a 1.4x TC in good light. So it appears to me to be more versatile. Moreover, as I shall be joining to separate instruments for option 1, I think there will be more chances of alignment problems and which may result in loss of IQ. Finally, I intend to use a Monopod, but hand holding I find to be most comfortable.
Thank you