ckrb2007 Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danc Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 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. [/u Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrb2007 Posted July 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 Thx Dan! Great pics. Really like the loon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted July 22, 2013 Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 In the $500 range, I'd definitely be looking at the used market. More bang for your buck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckrb2007 Posted July 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 I figured I'd need to, Bill. Dan recommened a 70-300mm lens, would you agree with that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted July 22, 2013 Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodbender Posted July 22, 2013 Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 (edited) Heres some pics from NIKKOR 55-300mm 4.5-5.6 lens Edited July 22, 2013 by Rodbender Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twocoda Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 (edited) 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel62 Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 The Sigma is a great lens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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