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Message: <blockquote data-quote="billpics" data-source="post: 828559" data-attributes="member: 55747">Like many, I feel the pinch in not having a mid-range Z zoom that extends to 300mm, one that is somewhat affordable and as lightweight as possible. For many years I schlepped around a D500,  2 primes, and the 70-300mm AF-P DX VR which was good enough when extra reach was needed.In comparison to my D500 kit, I am surprised at how heavy my new Z kit is: Z5, 50mm 1.8 S, and a Z 24-70 f/4. This feels a bit heavier than my D500 kit… and I still don’t have the needed reach. At 70+ years of age, I would rather not invest in a substantial telephoto zoom to weigh me down as I walk the streets looking for interesting shots. But, I do need a solution.1. At this point in time, the Z 70-180mm 2.8 is on sale at Nikon, but it’s a lot a money for a limited amount of reach. I’d rather have 300mm.2. The Z 28-400mm fits the bill with the compromise of it duplicating the range of my Z 24-70mm f/4, and the lens being slow. On-sale now for $999.3. FTZ adapter and latest 70-300mm AF-P VR? An $800 solution?4. Tamron Z 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3. $600 new. NO VR!!!Just when I when I plop down $1,100, Nikon will finally release an affordable Z 70-300mm solution, or something similar.I suspect this topic has been beaten to death, but I do seek input for the 2025 era. Again, I am an active street-walker and over 70 years of age, so weight will be a concern as is price to some extent.  Thank you.* I grabbed the attached pic last night with the Z 24-70mm f/4, and felt really creepy sneaking around strangers to get a good shot. I was physically closer than I preferred.[ATTACH=full]414866[/ATTACH]</blockquote>

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