Camera Lens Questions......

[ckrb2007]

About a year ago I asked some questions about types of cameras to get. Since then I've purchased a GoPro Hero2, a Fuji XP50 waterproof/shockproof...etc, and last week I got a Nikon D5100 dslr with 2 lenses....18-55 & 55-200. My question now is what would be a good 3rd lens to pic up...within reason. I'm no professional but I do like wildlife pics so I'm thinking a stronger telephoto lens. Maybe something in the $500 range as I dont want to break the bank just yet.

[danc]

Most manufacturers offer a budget 70 300mm F 4- 5.6 lens. I have one for my Olympus system. It cost in the $400.00 range. It struggles in low light but can also be a gem with good light. I'm happy with mine. It's pratically glued to my camera.

 

Here's a few examples of how it performs in good light at 300mm.

 

 

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[ckrb2007]

Thx Dan! Great pics. Really like the loon.

[BillM]

In the $500 range, I'd definitely be looking at the used market. More bang for your buck.

[ckrb2007]

I figured I'd need to, Bill. Dan recommened a 70-300mm lens, would you agree with that?

[BillM]

I'm not a Nikon guy, so it's hard for me to recommend one. However after a quick Google search a lot of people like the Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.5G VR lens.

[Rodbender]

Heres some pics from NIKKOR 55-300mm 4.5-5.6 lens

 

 

 

Edited July 22, 2013 by Rodbender

[Twocoda]

Sigma 120- 300 ....very impressive lens in that price range...sharp as a tack @ 300 or you could purchase a nikon 1.4 converter or a 2 x converter to attach to your existing lenses...Nikons converters are very impressive that you will only lose 1-2 stops which can be easily compensated for if the need arises.....just like fishing ...photography is addicting...

 

edit to add...nice shooting Rodbender

Edited August 14, 2013 by Twocoda

[Nigel62]

The Sigma is a great lens.