SURPRISE!!! Nikon 180-600 REVIEW: The BEST “Affordable” Wildlife / Sports Lens?!

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    This is a Review of the Nikon Z 180-600mm f5.6-6.3 Lens. I took it out into the real world to photograph at the Philadelphia Zoo as well as the Philadelphia Phillies. I used the lens on the Nikon Z9 and it will work perfectly well on the Z8 and modestly well in terms of auto focus on the Z6 II, Z7 II, Z5, Z50, Z30 and Zfc.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 517

  • @camc545
    @camc545 Рік тому +45

    Nikon is making a nice comeback!

  • @nirajgandhi5921
    @nirajgandhi5921 Рік тому +53

    Looks like another winner from Nikon!

  • @slyfox720
    @slyfox720 Рік тому +8

    I had the 200-500mm and at the time I thought that for the money it was the best lens....well I lost my job and have been out of a job for almost 8 months and used up all of my savings and had to finally selll my gear....I have since found a new job and just waiting on background check to finally clear...this is the lens I will be saving up for....super. excited for a mirrorless lens that is comparable to the 200-500mm

  • @realnikonlover6207
    @realnikonlover6207 Рік тому +13

    Thanks Jared. I have preordered the 180-600 tonight. A thing of beauty. Great job.

  • @patrickmolloy6994
    @patrickmolloy6994 Рік тому +12

    thanks Jared.I have the z70-200 with the 2x as my stop-gap while I expected the 200-600 sometime maybe 2024 ! Ordered the 180-600 already. Great review. Best sniff test ever

  • @jaimeduncan6167
    @jaimeduncan6167 Рік тому +90

    Nikon's telephoto range is the more complete in the mirrorless market right now. Unique lenses like the 400mm TC, the 600 TC, and the 800mm pf. Also common lenses like the. 400mm f4.5, the 100-400mm, and now the. 180-400 completing the line. Finally, if you are willing to use adapters you have lenses like the 300mm pf and the. 500mm pf.

    • @robeson1231
      @robeson1231 Рік тому +2

      And the 120-300mm 2.8!

    • @pentagramyt417
      @pentagramyt417 Рік тому

      I wish Sony do some competition do APS-C sensors... like 500 mm f4.5 .. or at least 400 mm f4

    • @harryberry474
      @harryberry474 2 місяці тому

      Only IF you have really deep pockets most people can't afford some of those you mentioned, but yeah great lines

  • @kqschwarz
    @kqschwarz Рік тому +2

    One of the best reviewers on UA-cam, plus there is a ton of humor. Very nice. Thank you.

  • @antonoat
    @antonoat Рік тому +17

    Jared, loved the positive up-beat review! I think Nikon have knocked it clean out of the park with this lens, they are going to sell loads more than they can make! 👏😀👍 Massively pleased its an internal zoom, like my old 200-400 f4 vrII!

  • @Charlie_YS
    @Charlie_YS Рік тому +8

    I chose the right path among the three best selling brands on the planet, Nikon you did not disappoint me, you please me even more with those impressive lenses. If the good is already here in 2023, which awaits us in the coming years, surely many more wonders 👏👏

  • @tshev
    @tshev Рік тому +16

    Distance to a subject and focal length is more important for background blur than the f-stop number. Going from 400mm to 600mm is the same as going from f/8 to f/3.5.

    • @pahafx
      @pahafx Рік тому

      No way there is more than two stop difference with 400mm vs 600mm.

    • @tshev
      @tshev Рік тому +3

      @@pahafx DOF is quadratic with regard to the focal length and linear with regard to an f-stop number.
      (600 / 400)^2 ~ (8 / 3.5)

    • @jessicadoell8635
      @jessicadoell8635 Рік тому +1

      @@tshev Wait, you're telling me the quadratic formula from grade 10 math has actual real world application?

  • @CostaMesaPhotography
    @CostaMesaPhotography Рік тому +3

    A very nice and comprehensive review Jared. I value your feedback so I'm especially appreciative of your comments here.

  • @FamilyofTech
    @FamilyofTech Рік тому +22

    Amazing lens for wildlife! Preordered with no hesitation

    • @dicekolev5360
      @dicekolev5360 Рік тому

      95mm filters are deal breaker for me so here is the hesitation for some people, haha

  • @ArnaudLerondeau
    @ArnaudLerondeau Рік тому +1

    Clear, factual, perfectly illustrated, and not too long : one of your best (pre)review video ever 👍👏👏👏👏

  • @Razor2048
    @Razor2048 Рік тому +14

    For many teleconverters their benefit depends on the resolving capability of the central area of the lens. If the lens is acting as an OLPF even in the center, then a teleconverter will not offer any meaningful benefit while introducing many negatives. On the other hand, if the lens is outresolving your sensor, then there will be a massive benefit from the teleconverter.

    • @jss27560
      @jss27560 Рік тому +4

      One thing I always ask when talking about teleconverters is if you have 20 pictures in front of you, could you tell the difference between those shots with the teleconverters and those without?

  • @LincolnshireRailMonkey
    @LincolnshireRailMonkey Рік тому +60

    Just my opinion but Nikon is getting ahead in this mirrorless game with its lenses - amazing value for money, I don’t need this lens but Damn do I want it!

    • @christophmayer3991
      @christophmayer3991 Рік тому +2

      In a world where E-mount and L-mount aren't open standards and third party lens manufacturers do not exists, you might be right. But imho the value Sigma, Tamron and alike provide to those camera systems makes them the better choice (if value is what you are after). E.g. the Sigma 150-600 f/5-6.3 costs $900 right now, that's about half of what Nikon asks!

    • @LincolnshireRailMonkey
      @LincolnshireRailMonkey Рік тому +5

      @@christophmayer3991 tried the big sigma before and to be honest it was garbage

    • @phelanwolf6747
      @phelanwolf6747 Рік тому +1

      ⁠@@christophmayer3991Tamron is allowed to make Z glas and some Tamron lenses are whitelabled as Nikon, for instance the 70-180 F2.8.
      The Sigma 150-600 is ok but that's it is heavy, not that sharp and not that fast. The Nikon 200-500 outperforms the Sigma but has shorter reach.

    • @MTBD80
      @MTBD80 Рік тому

      @@christophmayer3991 Can easily run one of those on my Z6.

    • @kichaa13
      @kichaa13 Рік тому

      @@christophmayer3991 it's also half the quality

  • @tomgodzik8951
    @tomgodzik8951 5 місяців тому

    Thanks Jared for pointing me to the Nikon 180-600mm lens. Like you say glass glass glass. My pictures are great now with the Nikon Z50 camera shooting in JPEG. I record 4 short videos of a softball game and it was tack sharp. For me it was a great investment. Your videos are top notch. Thanks for sharing your experience with me. ❤❤❤

  • @azulperro
    @azulperro Рік тому

    Thanks!

  • @rickscott9388
    @rickscott9388 Рік тому +6

    I left Nikon for Sony early in the mirrorless revolution but this might make me want to come back. That Z8 paired with this lens sizzles!!! ;-) Thank Fro!

  • @12w3hji123456789
    @12w3hji123456789 Рік тому +15

    Nikon is on a very good path - seems they do a lot of things right

  • @formicapple2
    @formicapple2 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the review Jared. I’ve not watched you for a couple of years and forgot how informative and interesting your posts are.

  • @CFDEngCo3
    @CFDEngCo3 Рік тому +38

    I know what you are all here for. Sniff test: 15:40, Wind tunnel test: 15:58

  • @martinsarre
    @martinsarre Рік тому +6

    Great review Jared. You are wrong about the z 1.4 teleconverter though. In daytime light it makes no difference to sharpness or picture quality . I use mine all the time

  • @cy9nvs
    @cy9nvs Рік тому +124

    I've been wanting to switch systems (coming from fuji) for a long time now, and it always frustrated me how Canon has the right cameras but not the right lenses for me, while it was the exact opposite with Sony. Now out of nowhere within a couple of weeks Nikon has both. I think once this becomes available, I go grab a z8 + this Badboy.

    • @Chris-13
      @Chris-13 Рік тому +20

      Absolutely right , I tried the Sony system after being a lifetime Nikon shooter and while the Sony is excellent at what it does it just didn’t work for me ergonomically. I bought the Z9 which is fantastic but heavy ! Saving for the Z8 now .

    • @Uisci81
      @Uisci81 Рік тому +9

      @@Chris-13if you sell me the z9 for $500 that’s $500 closer to a z8 for you! Lol 😂

    • @frankseophotos9633
      @frankseophotos9633 Рік тому +8

      As a Canon shooter, I fully agree

    • @Chris-13
      @Chris-13 Рік тому

      @@Uisci81 🤔🤔😂😂😂😂

    • @patm9351
      @patm9351 Рік тому +1

      the Z8 is the best camera on paper when you account for specs and price, but its AF is still a tier below Canon and Sony, which makes its high FPS kinda moot if you're gonna be trashing a lot of shots.
      Sony would kill the market if they released an A1-spec camera at the Z8's price point. It's been 2.5 years, surely they've got the manufacturing costs down enough that they can do that? If the A9iii is 24MP again, I can't see the point of it. Gotta be at least 33 but even then, 40+ would be ideal.

  • @ridealongwithrandy
    @ridealongwithrandy Рік тому +2

    As a Nikon and Olympus shooter, I thought i would drop in on THE most entertaining camera dude on the internet. I had the 200-500, way too heavy for what i got. Boy oh boy, a Nikon Z9 and this lens ... gold baby!

  • @keeganflahive1604
    @keeganflahive1604 Рік тому +64

    As a canon shooter I am so jealous. Canon only has the 100-500mm f4.5-7.1. For almost $3k. It’s ridiculous

    • @PhillyAvGeek
      @PhillyAvGeek Рік тому +4

      Get the Sigma 60-600, I mean you’ll be using an EF adapter but it’s a great versatile lens. And only $1999. And the 150-600 version is only $900

    • @rpungello
      @rpungello Рік тому +2

      to be fair the 100-500 is an L lens so probably has better coatings & snappier AF vs. this non-S Nikon

    • @Zap09060
      @Zap09060 Рік тому +13

      Canon has some of the most stupid telephoto lenses
      600 mm f11 / 800 mm f11… f11 that’s freaking ridiculous

    • @haydennettleton3272
      @haydennettleton3272 Рік тому +12

      ​@@rpungello stop defending Canon. The 100-500 is overpriced big time.
      There is a video on here comparing the older Nikkor 200-500 which is selling for $1050usd to the $3000 Canon. Sharpness was similar and the Canon actually had worse focus breathing.

    • @matthewbell1968
      @matthewbell1968 Рік тому +4

      @@photobunny This. The Canon 100-500 isn't cheap that I'll agree to but it's absolutely one of the best zooms out there and will beat a Tamron 180-600 copy hands down.

  • @bigbrownmab189
    @bigbrownmab189 Рік тому +21

    The internalk zoom is super awesome, specially when shooting in inclement weather, thanks for the video as always !!

    • @northofbrandon
      @northofbrandon Рік тому

      Agreed ! Looks like I will replace my 200-500 F5.6

  • @bobbullethalf
    @bobbullethalf Рік тому

    Just got mine yesterday and it is a dream to shoot with. That reach is just priceless!

  • @barryscully1820
    @barryscully1820 Рік тому +14

    Pretty much looks like the Sony 200-600 with an extra 20 mm on the wide end....and that is a good thing as the 200-600 is likely my most used lens. Good to see Nikon having something similar to use with the Z8. That is a fantastic and reasonably priced combination for nature photography with a stacked sensor camera. OK, Sony where is your reasonably priced stacked sensor high resolution camera :)

  • @popcornparam
    @popcornparam Рік тому +22

    Nikon has fully fleshushed out it's lens line up to max spec ...
    Now canon is the sleeper of the bunch ... For the past 20 years we have been asking for a 600 zoom from canon ... And no response .....

  • @williamwimmer8115
    @williamwimmer8115 Рік тому +49

    The S vs Non-S has a lot to do with the anti-reflective coatings and such. I imagine the 100-400 will do a bit better optically with less reach, but like you said at $1000 more. I already have the 1-4, and have pre-ordered the 180-600 so I'll get to compare them a lot.

    • @jim20252
      @jim20252 Рік тому +1

      Yeah! Love to know the details afterwards!

    • @elram2649
      @elram2649 Рік тому

      Yep, please do.👍

    • @johnl2613
      @johnl2613 Рік тому

      Same here. I will put my TC 1.4x on both and compare.

    • @northofbrandon
      @northofbrandon Рік тому +1

      I'm not sure about this, surprisingly. It's only one sample, but Ricci recently compared this lens to many competitors and they looked quite close in this comparison, maybe the 180-6 even edging out a bit.
      ua-cam.com/video/k0w7BFner10/v-deo.html

    • @williamwimmer8115
      @williamwimmer8115 Рік тому +2

      @@northofbrandon Oh I'm not saying it will be bad, at all! It looks to be tack sharp and worthy of the Nikon badge. But one of the things I love about my 100-400 is how well it does with harsh light, lights in frame, with no flare, ghosting, etc due to the coatings. Coatings that aren't listed for this lens.

  • @denisnicholson2528
    @denisnicholson2528 Рік тому +8

    This lens looks awesome. I was looking at the Sigma/Tamron 150-600, or even the Sigma 60-600. The fact that this is a Z lens, no need for an FTZ adapter is a win. The biggest one for me is the internal zoom. The price as well is absolutely insane. This is definitely on my wish list.

  • @tcwhite0104
    @tcwhite0104 Рік тому +2

    I'm ordering one today!!! Skittles is my go to preset..

  • @MaskedWings-r4y
    @MaskedWings-r4y Рік тому

    Great post, as always, Jared. I've been waiting for this beast for a long time and it looks like I'm going to get just what I was waiting for...

  • @kllee6368
    @kllee6368 Рік тому +2

    I got one. I will test this lens by next week for Rugby game with my Z9.😊

  • @bizzeebee6178
    @bizzeebee6178 6 місяців тому

    Bought this lens about 4 weeks ago and it has exceeded my expectations, fantastic sharp images across the whole range. Only using it for sports and it’s a superb lens for this, fast focus, good tracking and cut your skin sharp. On a z6ii now, can’t wait to see what it will do on a 6iii …..

  • @abhinavashishaind
    @abhinavashishaind Рік тому +5

    Now the market is getting intresting. With Sony 200-600, Canon 100-500 and now the Nikon 180-600.
    Jared hopefully a comparison is coming soon.

    • @thefourthquarter7429
      @thefourthquarter7429 Рік тому +5

      I would never consider the Canon. Much higher price and F7.1. Why?

    • @abhinavashishaind
      @abhinavashishaind Рік тому

      @@photobunny oh yes I completely forgot about that category. 🤣

  • @zygmuntziokowski7877
    @zygmuntziokowski7877 Рік тому +2

    Good Review! I like what I see and 180-600 will bet on my wish list.

  • @hilarydavis4959
    @hilarydavis4959 Рік тому +1

    Great video Jared just recently subscribed I like your content glad i found you! I think i am going to purchase the Z8, and definately the 180-600mm thanks for all the info much appreciated!

  • @jrodewald2010
    @jrodewald2010 Рік тому +8

    I'm almost always stepped down due to what I photograph, but honestly how much are we really worried about f4 vs f6 at say 500 mm with today's editing tools to blur backgrounds? On film, totally understood. Looking forward to this lens!

    • @TheExtraTerrestrial
      @TheExtraTerrestrial Рік тому

      I'm finding that tne new denoise feature in LR Classic is really nice. Makes photos taken with my 1" sensor cameras look great, and seems to retain detail.

  • @dalekeith4961
    @dalekeith4961 Рік тому

    Nice review. I have the 100-400 ZS lens. As soon as my local shop get a 180-600 in inventory, I will do my own side-by-side comparison. The 180-600 looks good. Saw you comment on the Fro packs. I will explore them next. Thank you

  • @SolamenteVees
    @SolamenteVees Рік тому +28

    Holy crap. I can finally strap a proper Z lens to my Z6ii.

    • @saabvanderlinden9214
      @saabvanderlinden9214 Рік тому +1

      My thoughts too🎉

    • @vueport99
      @vueport99 8 місяців тому

      How's the AF performance of this lens on a lower line body?

  • @lsaideOK
    @lsaideOK Рік тому +10

    This is one of the first Z lenses I have seen that economically transitions quite smoothly from the f mount variant. Affordable. Should be a top seller as you say. Nice that the quick readout of the Z9 sensor gives you a round ball.

    • @Wizzardus
      @Wizzardus Рік тому

      1/3 more expensive than the 200-500 is far from economicaly smooth transition ...

    • @lsaideOK
      @lsaideOK Рік тому +13

      @@Wizzardus really? Because they're such a thing as inflation and $1400 in 2015 actually equals $1796 today. So $3 difference. Sue me.

  • @TheRunnerBrett
    @TheRunnerBrett 7 місяців тому

    Just wanted to let you know, I have enjoyed your reviews. The humor is great too-it’s free!!
    Thanks!

  • @AlwaysWildCS
    @AlwaysWildCS Рік тому +6

    I'm happy NIKON IS BACK.

  • @baljindersinghsidhu3959
    @baljindersinghsidhu3959 Рік тому +7

    I'm definitely going to buy this amazingly cheap lens..❤impressive..

  • @AReese-eu5zs
    @AReese-eu5zs Рік тому +2

    Awww, I’ve been waiting for this one!

  • @JgHobley
    @JgHobley Рік тому +5

    Sounds great for aviation too!

  • @q5rwi1
    @q5rwi1 Рік тому +1

    Jared, I want that flamingo print. It's gorgeous!

  • @KSergey1970
    @KSergey1970 6 місяців тому

    Very strong photo processing. Unnatural contrast.

  • @Strodav
    @Strodav Рік тому +2

    Thanks for review. This is my next lens.

  • @dirkzengel4197
    @dirkzengel4197 Рік тому +5

    I really like the internal zoom. I had it twice were it was cold, stormy and raining and I need to shoot a TV Show MAZ Production. (This days I worked with Sigma 60-600 mm) and even I had a rain cover on it, the rain found his way by sliding the zoom inside and after the half I had change it... lucky it came easily also out but them close to the heatingradiator. But I had to change after the half production from 60-600 to 70 - 200 (nothing else with me). (The rain was so hard and heavy, I weared army-Boots, Jeans a army rain jacket and on top of it one of the plastic Rain-covers giving to the audience (yeah there were hardcore audience this days) and the rain found his way from my boots, up to my jeans, into my underpants, t-shirt to the inside of my shirt und wet all my army rain jacket from inside.... )

  • @Greglina
    @Greglina Рік тому

    I been listening to your podcast lately.... Enjoying it

  • @jimlutz1290
    @jimlutz1290 Рік тому

    Is there an adapter ring for the 📸D500? Thanks, Love your video and enthusiasm. 📸

    • @bsc001
      @bsc001 6 місяців тому

      No, you cannot adapt z-mount to f-mount. But you can adapt f-mount to z-mount.

  • @photoreviewed-com
    @photoreviewed-com Рік тому +6

    Finally quite affordable and capable telephoto for Z lineup!

  • @bjrn-einarnilsen687
    @bjrn-einarnilsen687 Рік тому +7

    As always, a informative video, with a lot of beautiful shots. Start wondering if it's time to sell all my Canon gear, and switch to Nikon. Canon is really falling behind when it comes to affordable lenses.

  • @peterdecroos1654
    @peterdecroos1654 Рік тому +2

    been travelling the world and using teh 24-200 as my daily driver lens. this is the first lens from nikon in awhile that makes me scream "shutup and take my money." The versatility is hard to beat and I see a lot of places where I can make use of this

  • @drpork1360
    @drpork1360 Рік тому +134

    For 1600 bucks, this is quite possibly the best value for money.

    • @matthewbell1968
      @matthewbell1968 Рік тому +10

      Just like the old 200-500 that was a great lens

    • @drpork1360
      @drpork1360 Рік тому +4

      @@matthewbell1968 never had the pleasure to shoot with that lense, but never doubted it when I saw Jared's review on it.

    • @jrodewald2010
      @jrodewald2010 Рік тому +3

      @@matthewbell1968 That lens never failed me, it was tack sharp all the time.

    • @matthewbell1968
      @matthewbell1968 Рік тому +1

      @@jrodewald2010 agreed. For me the difference from the pf was minimal.

    • @matthewbell1968
      @matthewbell1968 Рік тому +2

      @@drpork1360 best value lens I've ever had!

  • @michaelhaslacher
    @michaelhaslacher Рік тому +5

    the lens I've been waiting for! :)

  • @joboee
    @joboee Рік тому +7

    Now we just need a mirrorless version on the D500 and I will be fully back to Nikon 🤪

    • @bencollins7684
      @bencollins7684 Рік тому +4

      Z8, and it also gives you full frame

    • @风都树影
      @风都树影 Рік тому +1

      While the Z8 is an incredible camera and the only camera I currently have, not everyone can or want to spend that much money on a body. Z6iii/Z90/Z500 make a lot of sense for many others, although my top choice would remain Z8 even given those choices.

    • @MTBD80
      @MTBD80 Рік тому +1

      @@风都树影 When adjusted for inflation the Z8 is only $500 more than the D500 when new.

  • @alvaro978
    @alvaro978 Рік тому +1

    Great video! Thank you so much.
    And what is your opinion with a Z50?

    • @FabulousPepper
      @FabulousPepper Рік тому

      Same question here. I used my Z50 with the latest software update and it was quite successfull at an aviation show this past weekend ...

  • @bobbullethalf
    @bobbullethalf Рік тому +5

    Nikon just solved a conundrum for me with this lens, it will be in my bag!

  • @Zap09060
    @Zap09060 Рік тому +12

    Thank God … this time you didn’t say it’s a Gorilla Focus problem with Nikon and they suck 😂
    Truth is Nikon is on a roll and now it has even better lens collection than any other system period and a topping on that is Z9 and Z8. You can’t say Nikon sucks anymore.
    Which other system has this kind of lens collection at “affordable” price points with “great quality”:
    1) Z 400 4.5 - what a lens - no match for it in other systems
    2) Z 100-400 mm f5.6
    3) Z 180-600
    4) Z 70-180
    5) Z 400 f2.8 with inbuilt TC (Game changer no one has it)
    6) Z 600 mm f4 with inbuilt TC (no other system has this kind of lens)
    7) Z 800 mm f6.3 - $6500 telephoto lens… no other system has it… period.
    Whole bunch of other small primes and medium telephoto lenses
    They just need to release Z500 equivalent of D500… all other systems are then done for good.

  • @randfee
    @randfee Рік тому +8

    Man do i envy people that have other systems. I made the apparent mistake to stick with canon, moving from EF to RF and boy do they charge for the few lenses available. The 100-500 is like twice what this Nikon costs and probably not better (smaller aperture) and besides that there’s only a low end 100-400.
    I feel entirely ripped off, having expected that there would be third-party RF lenses just like with the other brands. I would NOT have purchased an RF camera and some lenses had i known at the time that canon would restrict others from offering AF lenses.
    At all the Nikon Z mount shooters: enjoy the lens, I wouldn’t even hesitate ordering it.

    • @michaelgomez4314
      @michaelgomez4314 Рік тому +1

      Cut your loses and switch

    • @randfee
      @randfee Рік тому

      @@michaelgomez4314 I'm waiting until I really need another lens and if there's still no sigma, tamron and non high- or low-end glass from Canon, I'll switch to sony. I will dread the ergonomics, but enjoy the much wider lens selection.

  • @dirkziegler9580
    @dirkziegler9580 Рік тому

    Thank you for your hint about the Teleconverter. I had the same with a SIGMA TC-1411 (1,4x L-Mount). The quality was noticeably worse with the Teleconverter than without.

  • @cbmore28
    @cbmore28 7 місяців тому

    Just saw this video along with the latest Z6 III previews. Looks like it could be an interesting pairing.

  • @baljindersinghsidhu3959
    @baljindersinghsidhu3959 3 місяці тому

    I've ordered it yesterday... eagerly waiting to use it❤❤🎉🎉😂😍

  • @JasonLorette
    @JasonLorette Рік тому +1

    I was eyeing the 100-400, but the price tag was rough...this is verrrry intriguing!

  • @garfieldirwin
    @garfieldirwin Рік тому +5

    Nothing wrong with the AF in any of those shots! ;)

  • @khooyeesin9766
    @khooyeesin9766 Рік тому +11

    Canon people are sleeping. They are not like the Nikon people who always have hearts for all types of photographers.
    Congratulations to Nikon, the budget photographers will always appreciate your strategy for all players ❤

  • @stoufenatz3728
    @stoufenatz3728 Рік тому

    Thanks a lot for this great review Jared !

  • @craiglindholm6338
    @craiglindholm6338 Рік тому +2

    Off-topic somewhat but I’m assuming you apply your fro pack presets to all of your pictures… Would it be possible to add which preset (if any) you’re using when you display the photos?

    • @froknowsphoto
      @froknowsphoto  Рік тому +4

      Good idea. We will look into it. But most nature photos and the sports ones are going to be skittles modified.

  • @garnerboyd4206
    @garnerboyd4206 Рік тому

    Great Pic's Love this set up. Z8 + 180 to 600mm. Got to get it.

  • @dangallagher8034
    @dangallagher8034 Рік тому +1

    Nice review. Thank you Jared.

  • @bernardlanguillier7970
    @bernardlanguillier7970 Рік тому +4

    The lead Nikon is taking in mirrorless is unheard of. What's most remarkable with this 180-600 is the bokeh, just beautiful!
    I totally disagree about tele-converters. My results are the exact opposite of yours, TCs, in particular very high end teleconverters such as the Z ones, make a significant difference over cropping. But of course admitting this means that you would also have to admit that the Nikon 400mm f2.8 TC and 600mm f4 TC are game changers vs the Canon and Sony offerings, which you don't want to do...

    • @mawasorangutan
      @mawasorangutan Рік тому +1

      Almost nothing changes in quality for 1.4x TC, avoid the 2x TC

  • @kultursender6507
    @kultursender6507 9 місяців тому

    *Great Lens and great hair!* 👍👍👍

  • @mattiasbacklund5617
    @mattiasbacklund5617 Рік тому +2

    This has so amazing quality, and internal zoom!! Does this dilute the "S" branding and price tags? Now what doeas "S" really stand for?

    • @mluu83
      @mluu83 Рік тому +2

      More coatings/exotic lens elements for better image quality, build quality, AF motors/AF speed, buttons/controls, synchro VR to name a few.

    • @mattiasbacklund5617
      @mattiasbacklund5617 Рік тому

      @@mluu83 ok, so within the overlapping zoom range, the 100-400S is superior?

    • @bsc001
      @bsc001 6 місяців тому

      @@mattiasbacklund5617 Steve Perry tested the 180-600 vs 100-400, 600 and 800 lenses. From what I recall, the 100-400 was slightly sharper at 200mm vs the 180-600, but after that, the 180-600 outperformed it all the way to 400.
      This cheap Lense was even very strong against the expensive primes Center frame, only slightly weaker in the corners. Please search his video for this comparison.

  • @savageogie2988
    @savageogie2988 Рік тому +1

    Paired with the Z9 how to you think the 180-600mm would perform at airshows? Especially compaired to the old 200-500mm?

  • @carlz3955
    @carlz3955 Рік тому +15

    Nikon system is getting more and more room to play with right now, I have a R6 and still stuck with old tamron EF lens because RF lens is rare like Unicorn and too expensive for hobbyist like me. Hope Canon will official allow third-party lens really soon.

    • @IliasKoureas
      @IliasKoureas Рік тому +3

      Even if they do (which I highly doubt) it will take years and years to form a respectable third party lens lineup

  • @MrBuckoP
    @MrBuckoP Рік тому

    Great review! Do you find this lens faster than the 200-500? how is the bokeh. good, very good, excellent?

  • @stevetqp9152
    @stevetqp9152 Рік тому

    Awesome video as always, Fro! So, who makes an Arca-Swiss compatible foot for the Nikon Z 180-600 f/5.6-6.3 zoom lens?? Thanks!

  • @tonygreenmike
    @tonygreenmike Рік тому +2

    its good that Jared is doing the wind tunnel test after the sniff test 😁

  • @joshuaconti989
    @joshuaconti989 Рік тому +1

    loved your wise words on teleconverters. currently using my 200-500 and cropping in if needed. would do the same with this lens. dont invalidate your aperture and focus.

    • @northofbrandon
      @northofbrandon Рік тому

      Yes and no. The Version 3 TC's have very little impact to focus, and the 1.4x is applied to your focal RANGE as well. It's not like zooming in post is a free lunch: you lose pixel density and get closer to noise doing this.
      I think DX and Nikon's 2.3x 120p IRL sensor zoom options should be discussed more w Z8/9 than zooming on computer -- having the EVF also zoom in is niiiiiiiice

    • @MTBD80
      @MTBD80 Рік тому

      @@northofbrandon Also the Z Tc's perform very well with right lenses, especially the 1.4x (having rented it).

  • @derbagger22
    @derbagger22 Рік тому +5

    What I love to do with my Canon R6 and Sigma 150-600 is to use a Peak Design hand strap. I run my hand through and hold the lens by the tripod foot with a couple fingers. I've hiked miles and miles holding my camera that way.

    • @abhishekshah11
      @abhishekshah11 Рік тому +2

      Why not use just a regular shoulder strap at that point? The PD hand strap is intended to use with lighter cameras

    • @henrilindenhof7791
      @henrilindenhof7791 Рік тому +1

      Whatever makes you tick…

    • @derbagger22
      @derbagger22 Рік тому

      @@abhishekshah11 putting weight on my shoulder and having the whole thing bounce off my hip while I'm hiking/walking? No thanks.

    • @csc-photo
      @csc-photo Рік тому

      @@derbagger22 With Peak Design and the BlackRapid (RS-4 Retro) straps, you can very easily cinch up the strap so the camera & lens rest comfortably on your torso / stomach, ABOVE the waist, when you're on the move.

    • @derbagger22
      @derbagger22 Рік тому

      @@csc-photo An R6 with a Sigma 150-600? Resting above my torso? Maybe for you. No way for me. Besides, I enjoy carrying it with one hand and allowing the weight to help me walk and keep the weight off my center and make it easier for my knees. I already have the Leak Design shoulder sling strap. I use it all the time. But I'd much rather have that Sigma's weight on my hand than on my back. If one hand does eventually get tired(after miles), I can switch hands. I won't be able to shoot something as quickly as when it's in my right hand, but it's close.

  • @douglascarrphotography
    @douglascarrphotography Рік тому

    Hi Jared thx for yet another great video. Now although the 800 6.3 is in another price class but how would you say these 2 lenses compare at 6.3 especially when you shoot in dx mode as then the lens is at 900mm at the long end. thx Doug

  • @rochaa1200
    @rochaa1200 Рік тому +1

    Will you also have the 70-180 2.8 review up too?

  • @AlanMcLaren
    @AlanMcLaren Рік тому +1

    I just received my copy after ordering it on the first day. I was excited until I FOUND THIS LENS DOES NOT DO "FOCUS RECALL with Z6, and this was one of the reasons I purchased this lens. Nikon informed me that I need a newer Z Camera for this function to work. I do not have other z cameras to see how this works on them. If the lens had a second L-fn2 button it could work like the 70-200mm f2.8. this is a consumer lens, that needs new updated z Cameras, yet the Pro lens works on the older z Cameras

  • @saraxoxoish
    @saraxoxoish Рік тому +4

    Do you think it be good to use with Nikon Z50?

    • @badger67
      @badger67 Рік тому +1

      No reason not too.

    • @huhnkeshuffle
      @huhnkeshuffle 18 днів тому

      This is exactly what I was wondering as well. Since this initial comment is a year out did you end up getting the lens and shooting with the Z50? Im an absolute budget amateur with a Z50 and am looking hard at if this would be worth the money. I shoot a lot of wildlife and am lucky to live right next to a large national park and need something with a lot of reach and great clarity. Would love to hear your thoughts on that if you've pulled the trigger on this! Thanks!

  • @allangault9500
    @allangault9500 Рік тому +1

    The flamingo photos are awesome.

  • @Europa1010
    @Europa1010 Рік тому +3

    There is a possibility of 200-600mm S lens in the future!

  • @tintin69rr
    @tintin69rr Рік тому +1

    Like to see which works best that on a z8/9 or canon R7 with the rf 100-500

  • @dougsala4175
    @dougsala4175 Рік тому

    Jared, I would like to know if the new Z 180-600mm lens comes with a front lens cap and a lens shade?

  • @stevenpeyton7476
    @stevenpeyton7476 Місяць тому

    Great review, as always. I'm in!

  • @Canon1DMkII
    @Canon1DMkII Рік тому +1

    That is a sweet looking lens. At this price point, the Z shooters will be incredibly happy.

  • @EbenezerCalgary
    @EbenezerCalgary Рік тому

    Hi Jared, Which Nikon camera do you recommend for photographing airplanes with a Sigma 150-600mm F5 - 6.3 DG lens | Contemporary? What if I need an adapter? Thanks!

  • @kevc.2958
    @kevc.2958 Рік тому +5

    that lens makes me wanna get the Z8。

  • @Moriningland
    @Moriningland 11 місяців тому

    Looks like an amazing lens. I only went with the 100-400 because of the smaller form factor and lesser weight.

  • @dw.imaging
    @dw.imaging Рік тому

    I'm still enjoying my Z7... I can't imagine buying another camera for a while even though this one is now a couple of years old to me. I look forward to using this 180-600 on it, currently using an F mount adapter and autofocus lacks.

  • @tlillie-images
    @tlillie-images 10 місяців тому

    I'm wondering what kind of results I will get when mounted to the Z7II, that I purchased prior to the newer Z cameras.

  • @matlynwood6225
    @matlynwood6225 Рік тому

    Your the best Jared and we all love you up here. I know some buddies who would absolutely love this lens but at $1700 US that several thousands more than what you pay. You need to find a way to devalue the US Dollar so us Canadians can afford new lenses, he’ll I’m still using FD mount as that’s all we can afford. Great video ad always and just keep them coming.

  • @azizkaria414
    @azizkaria414 Місяць тому

    Very informative review. May i ask how you record your video 6:25 mins