Using the Nikon 70 200mm F2 8 VR S Lens

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Today we are going to look in a bit more detail about what I learned when I rented the Nikon 70-200mm F/2.8 VR S lens from Wex Rental. Do I like the lens, will it help my photography and will I buy one?
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WHO AM I?
Hi! I'm Steve, I am a keen amateur photographer. I am trying to learn as much as I can to make my photography the best it can be. I work full time in the medical devices industry. Teaching something really helps me to understand it and to learn more myself so that's what I'll be doing here!
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Lenses
My Fave Lens: Nikon 35mm f/1.8
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The 12-28mm PZ Lens:
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[@johnfromconnecticut]

Very useful video, providing a very valuable lesson: Rent before you buy, especially if it involves an expensive piece of equipment. I am saddened when I read in the online Nikon forums about amateur photographers with the resources to buy any camera they wanted, then went out and bought a Z9 because they could afford "the best" - and then realized that it was too bulky and heavy and horrendously complex for their needs. Same thing with lenses - buy what is appropriate for your needs and stay within your budget.

[@My_Photography_Journey]

Completely agree! Having the right tool is so much better than having the most expensive tool! I looked at the Z9 too and when it comes down to it there is just so much that would be wasted on me and add no value at all