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<blockquote data-quote="hark" data-source="post: 675051" data-attributes="member: 13196"><p>If landscapes is an interest for you, then the 18-400mm is the only option listed that has a wide angle view. You will really want something wide in your arsenal. Since I have never used this lens, I can't comment on its performance. How well it will work on the long end (speed and sharpness) is something you will want to research. Eventually you might want to add some type of ultra wide zoom (something that starts around 11mm or 12mm). But for now, a lens starting at 18mm is very useful for landscapes especially on a DX body.</p><p></p><p>With the Tamron 150-600mm lens, it depends on which version you want. The first generation has lots of issues. Several people here sent theirs in for repairs, but the repairs didn't always eliminate the problems. So without knowing which model you are considering, I wouldn't recommend it.</p><p></p><p>With your first lens listed, I think you mean the Nikon 70-300mm VR. Between that lens and the 55-300mm you mention, the 70-300mm is the better choice. If it is the same model lens as is in the video below, it is terrific. It's a little soft at 300mm--what I do is shoot with it up to about 280mm. Overall, it is a better performer than the 55-300mm. Here is a video showcasing the 70-300mm:</p><p></p><p>[MEDIA=youtube]yqWPPpfYLJU[/MEDIA]</p><p></p><p>Although I also have a 300mm f/4 PF that I couple with a 1.4x tele, I find I use my 70-300mm more often as I prefer the option of zooming. Unless of course if I'm only interested in birding/wildlife, then the 300mm with the 1.4x tele works especially well.</p><p></p><p>So between all these lenses you listed, my two choices would be the 18-400mm and the 70-300mm (providing it's the same one shown in the video). Nikon has several versions of this lens so be sure to choose the correct one you want.</p><p></p><p>It's easy for us to say we'd rather you spend a gazillion dollars on expensive lenses, but sometimes that isn't always an option. Of the lenses you listed, the only one I have used is the 70-300mm that's in the video. It's a fantastic lens. There isn't going to be a lens that shoots at f/5.6 on the long end (which I'm guessing all your choices will shoot at) that will be as fast as an f/2.8 lens. So please don't get dissuaded if and when someone suggests something a lot faster. If a really fast lens isn't in your budget at this time, then go with lenses that work with your wallet and have fun with them! Good luck with your choices. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="hark, post: 675051, member: 13196"] If landscapes is an interest for you, then the 18-400mm is the only option listed that has a wide angle view. You will really want something wide in your arsenal. Since I have never used this lens, I can't comment on its performance. How well it will work on the long end (speed and sharpness) is something you will want to research. Eventually you might want to add some type of ultra wide zoom (something that starts around 11mm or 12mm). But for now, a lens starting at 18mm is very useful for landscapes especially on a DX body. With the Tamron 150-600mm lens, it depends on which version you want. The first generation has lots of issues. Several people here sent theirs in for repairs, but the repairs didn't always eliminate the problems. So without knowing which model you are considering, I wouldn't recommend it. With your first lens listed, I think you mean the Nikon 70-300mm VR. Between that lens and the 55-300mm you mention, the 70-300mm is the better choice. If it is the same model lens as is in the video below, it is terrific. It's a little soft at 300mm--what I do is shoot with it up to about 280mm. Overall, it is a better performer than the 55-300mm. Here is a video showcasing the 70-300mm: [MEDIA=youtube]yqWPPpfYLJU[/MEDIA] Although I also have a 300mm f/4 PF that I couple with a 1.4x tele, I find I use my 70-300mm more often as I prefer the option of zooming. Unless of course if I'm only interested in birding/wildlife, then the 300mm with the 1.4x tele works especially well. So between all these lenses you listed, my two choices would be the 18-400mm and the 70-300mm (providing it's the same one shown in the video). Nikon has several versions of this lens so be sure to choose the correct one you want. It's easy for us to say we'd rather you spend a gazillion dollars on expensive lenses, but sometimes that isn't always an option. Of the lenses you listed, the only one I have used is the 70-300mm that's in the video. It's a fantastic lens. There isn't going to be a lens that shoots at f/5.6 on the long end (which I'm guessing all your choices will shoot at) that will be as fast as an f/2.8 lens. So please don't get dissuaded if and when someone suggests something a lot faster. If a really fast lens isn't in your budget at this time, then go with lenses that work with your wallet and have fun with them! Good luck with your choices. :) [/QUOTE]
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