Advice for Wide-Angle pls

jtk

jtk

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Hi guys,
I've a D7100 with the 18-105mm lens almost permanently attached to my camera.
Over the last few months I've been doing more sunrises & sunsets which I absolutely love, I've decided that I want to concentrate on these & seascape/landscapes.
I had almost bought the Lee filter kit & filters to go along with the 18-105mm but then decided that as I'm serious about 'upping my game' I should check out wide-angle lenses...

So now I've been looking at the Tamron SP 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II & also the Nikkor AF-S DX 10-24mm F3.5-4.5G ED... But in doing so I realise that I would have to buy a different type of Lee Filter kit etc, to allow for the 'bow' on the lens.

Therefore I'm looking for any advice & help as to which lens to go for (& filters).

TIA
Tina
 
Horoscope Fish

Horoscope Fish

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jtk said:
Hi guys,
I've a D7100 with the 18-105mm lens almost permanently attached to my camera.
Over the last few months I've been doing more sunrises & sunsets which I absolutely love, I've decided that I want to concentrate on these & seascape/landscapes.
I had almost bought the Lee filter kit & filters to go along with the 18-105mm but then decided that as I'm serious about 'upping my game' I should check out wide-angle lenses...

So now I've been looking at the Tamron SP 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II & also the Nikkor AF-S DX 10-24mm F3.5-4.5G ED... But in doing so I realise that I would have to buy a different type of Lee Filter kit etc, to allow for the 'bow' on the lens.

Therefore I'm looking for any advice & help as to which lens to go for (& filters).

TIA
Tina
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You might want to consider the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX. The front element allows for screw-in filters (77mm). Bought new it sells for ~$450 or so.
 
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Moab Man

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To piggyback off of fish, you might consider the Tokina 11-16mm as well. It was the lens before the Tokina 12-28mm. The lens is spectacular and might be picked up for a nice price.
 
Danno

Danno

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My Sigma 10-20 f3.5 will accept a screw on filter as well. I really like this lens. I went back and forth on the Tonika and Sigma and ended up with the Sigma.
 
jtk

jtk

Senior Member
Thanks for the replies, guys.

Horoscope Fish said:
You might want to consider the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX. The front element allows for screw-in filters (77mm). Bought new it sells for ~$450 or so.
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Fish: I take it I wouldn't have to buy lee filters then? but would I be able to use more than one screw-in filter at a time?

Regarding quality, what would you all consider best Tokina; Tamron or Sigma? I don't mind spending a tiny bit more & don't see the point in skimping on equipment. (no I'm not rich I just save that bit longer to get what I REALLY want) :)
 
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NealB

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I have the Tamron SP 10-24mm lens and it is very nice little lens. I have no complaints and use it a lot on my D7100. How does compare to Nikon I can not answer that but would think for the price difference the Nikon would be better. I suggest that you also look at the Tokina selections like a previous posted suggested. Tokina has several lens to choose from and they very good reviews from many people.
 
Danno

Danno

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jtk said:
Thanks for the replies, guys.
Fish: I take it I wouldn't have to buy lee filters then? but would I be able to use more than one screw-in filter at a time?

Regarding quality, what would you all consider best Tokina; Tamron or Sigma? I don't mind spending a tiny bit more & don't see the point in skimping on equipment. (no I'm not rich I just save that bit longer to get what I REALLY want) :)
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The Sigma is on sale $449

https://www.sigmaphoto.com/10-20mm-f35-ex-dc-hsm
 
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TedG954

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jtk said:
Thanks for the replies, guys.


Fish: I take it I wouldn't have to buy lee filters then? but would I be able to use more than one screw-in filter at a time?

Regarding quality, what would you all consider best Tokina; Tamron or Sigma? I don't mind spending a tiny bit more & don't see the point in skimping on equipment. (no I'm not rich I just save that bit longer to get what I REALLY want) :)
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I threw (OK, it fell off a bridge) my Tokina 12-24/4 about 50 yards down a very rocky slope with lots of trees. Of course it broke. I sent it in to Tokina for repairs and I was very pleased with the service. It was my favorite DX lens.

I wouldn't hesitate buying any Tokina lens on the market today. If I shot DX the 12-28 would be the first lens on my list. I prefer the 12-28 because of the extra range and f4 is plenty for landscapes.
 
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jtk

jtk

Senior Member
Thanks everyone for your very helpful replies, think I've made up my mind to go with the Tokina, just have to find a UK or Eire site that sells it.. Amazon.co.uk don't appear to so I'm hoping the eu site will.
cheers,
Tina
 
jtk

jtk

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Er, thanks Chris!

Regarding screw-on filters, are you only able to use one filter at a time or can you stack them as you can with the Lee, Cokin etc filter holder systems?
 
Horoscope Fish

Horoscope Fish

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jtk said:
Regarding screw-on filters, are you only able to use one filter at a time or can you stack them as you can with the Lee, Cokin etc filter holder systems?
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You can stack circular filters as long as all the filters you want to stack have the required threads on the front of the filter as well as the rear; most of the better quality filters do but it's something you need to check for.

That being said, if you think you're going to be stacking a lot of filters, or stacking filters often, a Cokin-style system might be the better option. I use a circular polarizer and neutral density filters from time to time but I don't really stack my filters. If I did, I think I'd probably go with the square Cokin-style filters because I can see how screwing and unscrewing filters would get pretty tedious, pretty fast.
 
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Bikerbrent

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I totally agree with Paul, you might really want to look into the square Cokin type filters. Plus if you stack too many screw-on filters, particularly on a wide angle lens, you run the risk of getting vignetting.
 
jtk

jtk

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Horoscope Fish said:
You can stack circular filters as long as all the filters you want to stack have the required threads on the front of the filter as well as the rear; most of the better quality filters do but it's something you need to check for.

That being said, if you think you're going to be stacking a lot of filters, or stacking filters often, a Cokin-style system might be the better option. I use a circular polarizer and neutral density filters from time to time but I don't really stack my filters. If I did, I think I'd probably go with the square Cokin-style filters because I can see how screwing and unscrewing filters would get pretty tedious, pretty fast.
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I have a Hoya screw-in Circular Polarizer which I bought new & use a lot on the 18-105mm lens (67mm). I also have a Cokin Filter system with 4 (plastic) square filters none of which were new when I bought them from a friend so they're well used at this stage, if they weren't I'd buy a step-up ring & use them with the new lens... I agree with your comment on screwing/unscrewing the filters especially in cold weather!

I think I'm almost decided on the lens, it's just the filters now... oh decisions, decisions... *scratching head*

Brent I know what you mean about vignetting too.
 
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