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I would think a zoom lens would work best for you and the 70-200mm f2.8 VR lens is a great one. The range is really nice and the VR helps you hold it steady. It is also a very sharp lens.

 

Rob,

The Nikonians Nikkor Lens Forum has a good compilation of sources for learning about Nikon lenses. http://www.nikonians.org/cgi-bin/dc...23&forum=DCForumID6&viewmode=threaded

Gordon's recommendation of the 70-200vr is a good one. If you need more reach than 200mm, add a TC-14e or TC-17. The TC-20 seems to get some complaints about soft focus.

Glenn

 

Hello Rob,

If you are interested in a glossary of terms, head over to DPReview.com and click onto the left margin that says, "Glossary", that would be a good start.

Gordon has some good advice referring to the 70-200mm f/2.8 VR, I have one and love it. You also might consider an 80-400mm VR, it isn't an f/2.8 which is optimal for shooting in low light situations, but the extra reach of the 400 over the 200 can be very beneficial if you are interested in birding or if your subject is just too far away. I had an 80-400 VR but sold it because it didn't suit my needs, but my friend that bought it absolutely loves it.

Both lenses become available in the Cafe's "For Sale" forum now and then.

 

http://chemlab.pc.maricopa.edu/nikon/nk6.html

 

Great story, Rob.   The marital game of chess is a phenomenon all within it's own. :? Some days you are winning...while some days, you go down in defeat. The key thing to remember, you have to pick yourself up, dust yourself off and get back into the game. I'm not sure what logic you offer that would help her see things your way...have you mentioned to her that Nikon camera equipment holds it's value and it is a great investment? :shock: That photography is a fine art that you both can share? :roll: That photography is the "only" vice you have?   When was the last time you bought her flowers????? :wink:

 

I'm thinking that it may be time to vacate the premises!

 

Hmm, my other half has just the opposite reaction to my LLD. He becomes frustrated with me when I compromise on my obsessive hobby. Ergo, I am contemplating a D2H instead of the Beast. I have the 70-200VR, Canon 500D close up filter, and Nikon TC17EII teleconverter. Here are a few examples:

http://www.pbase.com/cympearson/yellowjackets
http://www.pbase.com/cympearson/butterfly

This image was taken with the 70-200VR + TC17EII from the 41st floor of the Embassy Suites Hotel, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada:

http://www.pbase.com/cympearson/image/46650809

BTW, my husband is a soon to be licensed pilot, tournament bowler, and clinical pharmacist. My LLD is evenly matched with his hobbies! :twisted:

 

Crystall :

Hurm. Your spouse and mine must have quiet secret conversations about this stuff. My "significant other" has actually told me to go ahead and get the better lens when I've been deliberating over two or more comparable lenses. She's also been telling me to get a D2X for my shooting, which I've so far resisted (I'm still pretty happy with my D100, y'see).

I wonder if it's still LLD when one's spouse actively encourages it ?



John P.

 

They'd call that an enabler John.   Lucky boy!

 

My wife used to actually encourage me before we got married. Wanna swap????  

Sam

 

Ummm, nah, that's okay, He's a keeper! Fifteen years this Thursday!

 

Chris :

And don't I know it !


John P.

 

Sam :

Uhhhh.... I don't think so.

And isn't there a name for that activity ?   :roll:  


John P.

 

Crystal,
I went to the D2H from a D100. For me it was a smooth and gratifying transition. Recently I was in my favorite photo equipment store (Ace Photo, VA) where the owner was comparing the D70 and the D2H (the potential purchaser was moving from film and takes lots of telephoto shots of wildlife). Among the differences was an advantage to the D2H because a key part of the lens mount was metal, not plastic. He said using large lenses would eventually loosen the mounting on the D70.

The 70-200VR and the "Beast" are not for sissies...they aren't light, especially when you add a TC to the 70-200VR!

Seems like the D2H would be a better strategic choice....then you could easily transition up to the D2X...... :wink:

Rich

 

Rich,

Thank you for the info, I am currently trying to complete the sale with Nigel. His D2H has already had the meter repaired and only has 1600 actuations. Then I will need to get rid of the D70, can't afford to keep both. Ugh!