Good review. Sports VR switches off horizontal stabilisation for panning, it's not like "active" VR which you describe. I've got the 80-400 which has active VR and the 200-500 which has Sports VR and they are quite different.
This is a fantastic review video. Very clear presentation and professionally done not to mention a host that is not boring. Im looking for a cheaper (Relative) lens for wildlife photography to be paired with the D750. Pls. have this lens tested with teleconverters available from nikon. I will highly appreciate it.
really enjoyed Dennis ,it was perfect finding this video i am in exactly the same position ,i have the d750,i was looking at the 200-500 f5.6 from Nikon and this lense you used (d300mm )f4. You helpted me decide.Kerrisdale Camera's in Victoria B. C. has always given me excellent service and the very best pricing .I going to pickup my lense tomorrow now that i watched you demo -thankyou
Thanks for the great video. Trying to decide between this and lugging around the heavy 2.8 :) But we do mostly travel photography and the portability of this lens seems amazing!
Thanks! I just bought this lens today. I'm looking forward to it 'living' on my D750 for all kinds of purposes. I'm especially impressed with its capabilities as a portrait lens, I've never been convinced that 85mm is the 'perfect' lens for portraits (though, I do have that lens as well).
hi Mat. Can you show me some samples of full portrait, full couple portrait pictures? please. maybe you can make some comparison between 85mm 1.4 or 1.8 to 300 f4. I'm looking for lens which give me similar DOF results to my manual 120mm 1.8, but I need AF version. 85mm 1.8 is a great lens but best for half body portrait only. www.flickr.com/photos/mathewstreet/28074286282/in/dateposted-public/
Great review thank you Denis! Love the portrait shot. Did I miss it, what shutter and fstop were you using on the model portrait at the end? beautiful bokeh. thank you!
Hi Denis, great video! I have a 70-300 VR lens on the way and although it is slower than the 300 f4, I am hoping that I can use use it for portraits and wildlife with decent results. BTW, I tried to check out your website but I am getting a message that your domain name has expired. Cheers!
Nice video Denis. Unfortunately you've made me want this lens!! I've also just purchased a D750 and think it's an incredible camera and with this lens it looks great. Out of interest, did you try the lens on your V2?? I'd love tosee what that combo can produce.
Carmen Clark Hi Carmen, No unfortunately I did not try it on the V2, that would have been fun. I will be getting the lens again for another episode so I will put that on my to do list. Enjoy your D750 it certainly is a game changer camera.
Hi Joshua, As a matter of fact I do own a 300mm f2.8 ED AFS-I the 2.8 lens is massive in comparison at almost 20 lbs. so it is nowhere as convenient to carry around. Since I no longer shoot sports for a living I have decided to sell my 300mm 2.8 and replace it with the 300mm f4
As I mentioned in the video I used this lens with the D750 body and it was the fastest focusing pair that I've ever worked with, I was blown away. The build quality is very good, no shakes no ratels the lens feels solid. I think the biggest surprise was the size and weight. This is a lens you can pack in your bag and take it anywhere without worrying about it. I hope this helps. Oh and I now have one on order :)
Awesome news, thanks. This lens looks just slightly larger than my 135mm f/2 which is pretty amazing considering it's double the focal length! I hope this lens is in stock soon, I can't find it anywhere.
The copy I had and returned was suffering a well reported issue of shutter speeds of around 1/160 ( between 1/80-1/200 effected) with VR on handheld are completely unsharp showing bad vibration. You get sharper images with the VR off. It's a Shame as I really want to this lens. Did the copy you tried suffer from this issue?
1/20 is fine though the problem is from around 1/80 to 1/200 ... under 1/80 is fine and above 1/200 is fine too it's just within that range. it's a well reported issue at the moment. Perhaps it was a first batch issue and I had one from the first batch.
70-200mm f/2.8 is definitely better for weddings, the extra stop and versatility of the zoom are a no brainer. This lens is better for times when you are in control of your subject distance
I appreciate what you guys are trying to do, but can someone PLEASE look at the sound charts? The intro video is much louder than the dialog and the little swipes with the high pitch whine is screeching on the ears after I have to turn up the volume to hear Denis.
Thank you for the reviews. I have a question: Can you please tell me how the lens behave whit aTeleconverter ,can you recommended to me Which Teleconverter use with this lens? The body I use Nikon D7100 Thank you
+Shai Halevi Hi, I do not have a tele-converter at this time so I have not tested it personally. My good friend Nikon Ambassador Tony Beck, does use this lens along with a TC-1.4 with his D7200 and he loves the added flexibility and results. Just remember that adding a tc-1.4 drop the minimum aperture to f5.6 see episode 9 ua-cam.com/video/oumJ_A3UNs8/v-deo.html for more info.
+Shai Halevi. I have the 300 with the 1.4 teleconverter on a D750. It's still tack sharp, and a lightweight alternative to a bigger lens like the 200-500 or the Sigma 150-600 which I own. I noticed that with busy backgrounds I got a little bit of crazy Bokeh but in normal settings with things like trees, etc it's absolutely gorgeous.
+steve Hi Steve, this lens or any other long telephoto lens for that matter would not be my choice for a city scape either. Chances are that the atmospheric haze, pollution conditions and possible heat distortions would have a very negative effect on a photo, unless that is the look you are after. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
Denis, I just use city scape as an example .. With that being said I wanna know for the 2000 dollar price tag I would not have to worry about strange flare showing up in my backlit subjects of any given situation.. I have seen some very disturbing results taken with this lens which exhibit the said flare and it was terrible and a deal breaker for me! I have the older 300mm f4.0 af-s and it has been a great lens, both for its incredible sharpness and for its close focus abilities.. Your portrait however shows some back lighting which came out vert pleasing and really added to the photo! Thank you for your time Denis,, God bless
incredible even in 2023! Smallest prime telephoto lens i owned to date..thumbs up!
Good review. Sports VR switches off horizontal stabilisation for panning, it's not like "active" VR which you describe. I've got the 80-400 which has active VR and the 200-500 which has Sports VR and they are quite different.
This is a fantastic review video. Very clear presentation and professionally done not to mention a host that is not boring. Im looking for a cheaper (Relative) lens for wildlife photography to be paired with the D750. Pls. have this lens tested with teleconverters available from nikon. I will highly appreciate it.
I know this vid is old, but i just won a bid on eBay for the PF and am very excited to paste it on my D500 for some bird stuff, critters too!
Congrats you are going to love that lens!
Excellent work Denis. Thanks!
Fantastic portraits - love the lighting
really enjoyed Dennis ,it was perfect finding this video i am in exactly the same position ,i have the d750,i was looking at the 200-500 f5.6 from Nikon and this lense you used (d300mm )f4. You helpted me decide.Kerrisdale Camera's in Victoria B. C. has always given me excellent service and the very best pricing .I going to pickup my lense tomorrow now that i watched you demo -thankyou
+Nino liberatore Enjoy
Thanks for the great video. Trying to decide between this and lugging around the heavy 2.8 :) But we do mostly travel photography and the portability of this lens seems amazing!
wow!!! that portrait result was amazing!!!
Thanks for sharing your review. Watched the video and purchased the lens. It's a beauty!
Thanks! I just bought this lens today. I'm looking forward to it 'living' on my D750 for all kinds of purposes. I'm especially impressed with its capabilities as a portrait lens, I've never been convinced that 85mm is the 'perfect' lens for portraits (though, I do have that lens as well).
hi Mat.
Can you show me some samples of full portrait, full couple portrait pictures? please.
maybe you can make some comparison between 85mm 1.4 or 1.8 to 300 f4.
I'm looking for lens which give me similar DOF results to my manual 120mm 1.8, but I need AF version. 85mm 1.8 is a great lens but best for half body portrait only. www.flickr.com/photos/mathewstreet/28074286282/in/dateposted-public/
The images look amazing!
looks a pretty cool lens , 300mm perfect mid range tele , where do i sign ?
Great review thank you Denis! Love the portrait shot. Did I miss it, what shutter and fstop were you using on the model portrait at the end? beautiful bokeh. thank you!
Nice video, good review. The images look sharp and detailed; I reckon this would be sweet on my D600.
how was (is) this lens in low light? i understand the 2.8 may have an advantage, but would like to hear your opinion in low light scenes.
Com seu vídeo agora mostra a lente muito boa mesmo, será a minha próxima compra.
Parabéns.
Hi Denis, great video! I have a 70-300 VR lens on the way and although it is slower than the 300 f4, I am hoping that I can use use it for portraits and wildlife with decent results. BTW, I tried to check out your website but I am getting a message that your domain name has expired. Cheers!
Nice video Denis. Unfortunately you've made me want this lens!! I've also just purchased a D750 and think it's an incredible camera and with this lens it looks great.
Out of interest, did you try the lens on your V2?? I'd love tosee what that combo can produce.
Carmen Clark Hi Carmen, No unfortunately I did not try it on the V2, that would have been fun. I will be getting the lens again for another episode so I will put that on my to do list. Enjoy your D750 it certainly is a game changer camera.
Looking forward to your D750 review. I bought it to go with my D800... I think the D750 is going to get used more!!
Your Video is great .. Your lens is Great .. Your Model is great ... thank you
Hello sir, please can I use this lens for wedding photography 300mm f4?
Have you tested the 300m 2.8g if so how did you find it in comparison and which one would you go for?
Hi Joshua, As a matter of fact I do own a 300mm f2.8 ED AFS-I the 2.8 lens is massive in comparison at almost 20 lbs. so it is nowhere as convenient to carry around. Since I no longer shoot sports for a living I have decided to sell my 300mm 2.8 and replace it with the 300mm f4
It's a bit of a pocket rocket this little lens, sublime.
What is your impression of the focus speed? How is the build quality in your opinion?
As I mentioned in the video I used this lens with the D750 body and it was the fastest focusing pair that I've ever worked with, I was blown away. The build quality is very good, no shakes no ratels the lens feels solid. I think the biggest surprise was the size and weight. This is a lens you can pack in your bag and take it anywhere without worrying about it.
I hope this helps. Oh and I now have one on order :)
Awesome news, thanks. This lens looks just slightly larger than my 135mm f/2 which is pretty amazing considering it's double the focal length! I hope this lens is in stock soon, I can't find it anywhere.
Great lens review, want one too !, thanks.
The copy I had and returned was suffering a well reported issue of shutter speeds of around 1/160 ( between 1/80-1/200 effected) with VR on handheld are completely unsharp showing bad vibration. You get sharper images with the VR off. It's a Shame as I really want to this lens. Did the copy you tried suffer from this issue?
I was getting incredibly sharp images down to 1/20 sec hand held with the VR on.
1/20 is fine though the problem is from around 1/80 to 1/200 ... under 1/80 is fine and above 1/200 is fine too it's just within that range. it's a well reported issue at the moment. Perhaps it was a first batch issue and I had one from the first batch.
WildlifewatchingUK That's too bad. The one I tested was fine, incredible actually. I now have one on order for myself. Can't wait!
So this episode is all about Zooming in with a telephoto? Where is the Zoom?
Did you notice that you can change the f-stop inside video live view with this lens, due to the electronic shutter control?
Seamus, unfortunate I did not try to shoot any video using this lens.
Nice one bro, sweet edit aye!
How did you get the NPS strap?!
Nice vidéo, thanks for help to choice this lens.
andre jungbluth My pleasure
how is performance with a 1.4 converter
hi which is better for wedding this 300mm or the 70-200 f2.8
70-200mm f/2.8 is definitely better for weddings, the extra stop and versatility of the zoom are a no brainer. This lens is better for times when you are in control of your subject distance
very helpful. thank you
I appreciate what you guys are trying to do, but can someone PLEASE look at the sound charts? The intro video is much louder than the dialog and the little swipes with the high pitch whine is screeching on the ears after I have to turn up the volume to hear Denis.
I want one now. But no $. Darn.
Thank you for the reviews.
I have a question: Can you please tell me how the lens behave whit aTeleconverter ,can you recommended to me Which Teleconverter use with this lens?
The body I use Nikon D7100
Thank you
+Shai Halevi Hi, I do not have a tele-converter at this time so I have not tested it personally. My good friend Nikon Ambassador Tony Beck, does use this lens along with a TC-1.4 with his D7200 and he loves the added flexibility and results. Just remember that adding a tc-1.4 drop the minimum aperture to f5.6 see episode 9 ua-cam.com/video/oumJ_A3UNs8/v-deo.html for more info.
+Shai Halevi. I have the 300 with the 1.4 teleconverter on a D750. It's still tack sharp, and a lightweight alternative to a bigger lens like the 200-500 or the Sigma 150-600 which I own. I noticed that with busy backgrounds I got a little bit of crazy Bokeh but in normal settings with things like trees, etc it's absolutely gorgeous.
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nikon pays me = i will make a good review
+steve Hi Steve. Nikon does provide Snapshot with some gear to review but we are not paid to review it. Thanks much for taking the time to comment.
night city scapes = this lens sucks! nice try though
+steve Hi Steve, this lens or any other long telephoto lens for that matter would not be my choice for a city scape either. Chances are that the atmospheric haze, pollution conditions and possible heat distortions would have a very negative effect on a photo, unless that is the look you are after. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
Denis, I just use city scape as an example .. With that being said I wanna know for the 2000 dollar price tag I would not have to worry about strange flare showing up in my backlit subjects of any given situation.. I have seen some very disturbing results taken with this lens which exhibit the said flare and it was terrible and a deal breaker for me! I have the older 300mm f4.0 af-s and it has been a great lens, both for its incredible sharpness and for its close focus abilities.. Your portrait however shows some back lighting which came out vert pleasing and really added to the photo! Thank you for your time Denis,, God bless
Nice video, good review. The images look sharp and detailed; I reckon this would be sweet on my D600.