Nikkor 70-2oo 80-200 lens f2.8

Was thinking about one of these lens- used or refurbished but am wondering if these expensive lens would bbe overkill on my d33oo. With the sensor a 3300 has, would it be able to utilize a lens like this to it's fullest? Paul

You might not want to get the 80-200 because they are NOT AF-S and hence will NOT autofocus on your D3300. However an AF-S 70-200 will autofocus. Either lens would be fantastic optically on your D3200 and it would have the advantage of moving up nicely in the future should you decide to upgrade your camera. Other than the cost and lack of autofocus with a non AF-S lens, their is no downside to using them on your D3200.

I'd look at a second hand 70-200 vr1 version. The vr2 was made to adapt for the FX bodies, optically i dont think theres much between them on a DX frame.

Thanks BikerBrent, and Jay- that's a good tip on the vr 1. If anyone sees this lens for sale (used) please give me a heads up!! Paul

Tell me what you guys think of this deal.
https://www.amazon.com/Nikon-70-200mm-Nikkor-Digital-Cameras/dp/B00009MDBQ/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1473208621&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=70-200+vr1+version+nikon#Ask from the 1st seller?

That looks like a stock photo. Don't know that I'd buy a lens off eBay without seeing pictures of it, but that's just me. The price seems OK. Small correction on a comment on the 80-200. The 80-200 AF-S will focus on your body.

I definitely would look at the Tamron 70-200 as well. They have good reviews.

I have been struggling with this choice for my D7200. I have been watching Tamron, Nikon 80-200 and Nikon 70-200. I do have the advantage of an internal motor so the AF 80-200 will work for me.

I am just watching right now patiently waiting for the best deal. It is a budget thing.

Pardon my naive question but what is the apparatus hanging from the Nikon 70-200 2.8? It must have something to do with steadying the camera, huh. Paul
Would also like to ask Nikonpup what do you expect to pay for the Tamron-any deals? Paul

tea2085 said:

Pardon my naive question but what is the apparatus hanging from the Nikon 70-200 2.8? It must have something to do with steadying the camera, huh.

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That's a tripod collar. You connect the lens to your tripod using the foot on the bottom of the tripod collar to better manage the lenses center of gravity. Otherwise you'd have twelve pounds of glass hanging off the bayonet mount on your camera.

Thanks Fish- one more naive query- some of the 70-200 lenses are advertised as "Macro" others not. What is the difference. I'm really not into close up photos, so does it make a difference in which one I buy?

tea2085 said:

Thanks Fish- one more naive query- some of the 70-200 lenses are advertised as "Macro" others not. What is the difference. I'm really not into close up photos, so does it make a difference in which one I buy?

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It won't affect non-macro shooting; the Macro capability of the lens will simply be sitting there as an option you choose not to use.

Fish, glad to hear that-THANKS-Paul

OP what is the 55-300 VR disappointing u with that you feel a need to upgrade your tel zoom? Just curious.

I've taken some decent photos if I shot @200mm or less, Beyond that the pics are disappointing. My son can use the 55 300 and I will buy a 200mm lens with some quality glass. He doesn't mind using a tripod and wants some moon shots. Paul

I have a kit 55-200 VR and it is excellent on D300. A little slow and bokeh can be meh compared to my 80-200 2.8 but it is not a dog, I like it.

Paid $80

tea2085 said:

Thanks Fish- one more naive query- some of the 70-200 lenses are advertised as "Macro" others not. What is the difference. I'm really not into close up photos, so does it make a difference in which one I buy?

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Just so you know, usually a zoom that has macro capabilities isn't a 1:1 macro lens. Since you aren't into macro, that won't affect anything.

Heres the deal- I want to upgrade my 55-300 nikon lens. Dont 'think I can afford the 70-200 2.8 and would like to get a 200mm lens for under 900. I've been researching and now my head is just spinning. Can anyone recommend a lens that fit this criteria? Paul

Frankly, you are going to have to get lucky and score a good AF-S lens unless you are willing to give up auto focus and get a good 80-200 non AF-S lens. There are some great deals available on used, older non-AF-S lenses. Perhaps you might want to consider upgrading your camera to accept these older lenses.

Bikerbrent; Good idea and I appreciate the thought but I am not going to do that- Thanks, Paul