Differences between 18-300 mm VR lense and a non standar lense The VR technology is really a plus to choose the VR lenses technology?, I am trying to buy a new Nikon camera, your help will be important for me, Differences between 18-300 mm VR lense and a non standar lense The VR technology is really a plus to choose the VR lenses technology?, I am trying to buy a new Nikon camera, your help will be... » Read More Differences between 18-300 mm VR lense and a non standar lense The VR technology is really a plus to choose the VR lenses technology?, I am trying to buy a new Nikon camera, your help will be important for me, « Show Less
801145
I would also like to hear about this from someone who knows. I was planning on getting the kit lens and buying the 70-300mm VR Nikkor lens with it thinking that the VR technology makes them superior, but most people are very unimpressed with the kit lens. One reviewer was raving about Sigma lenses for the D90, such as Sigma 150-500mm f/5-6.3 AF APO DG OS HSM Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras. I am now seriously rethinking my lens purchase plan.
1254979
N8TE - Thanks for the advice. I will look into the AF-S (especially the 70-300 VR) but it's good to know my old lens is still an option.
1200245
I'm going to suggest a different question. Do you really want a newer version? I recently bought a used 300mm F4 for 950. Its sells new for around 1300. This lens has been due for replacement for quite some time. So i had to ask myself the same question you have, when will a replacement come out, because it is certainly overdue. Problem is, when it does come out, it will be of lesser build quality, it will remove the aperature ring(G lens), add VR, and cost well over 2000. While I would like the VR on this lens, is it worth the huge proce difference, and the reduced build quality. I also used the same logic on a 17-35 i just bought. So what I would suggest, is to judge the current lens on its merits. The only gripe I would have with this lens is that it is AF and not AF-s. It will be much cheaper than a new one, probably much better build quality, and who knows when a replacement might arrive.
1464250
24-70mm f/2.8 Nikkor, 28-300mm VR F3.5-5.6 Nikkor, 70-200mm VRII F/2.8, perhaps the 24-24mm F/2.8 if you're after a bit wider.
885248
Really for macro work VR is pointless, and is only useful when using the lens for a short telephoto. At macro distances, you really need to use a tripod to avoid the blur. If you read the fine print on the Nikon macros with VR, they pretty much say that the benefit of VR degrades the closer you are to the subject.
1276660
I own the Nikkor 14-24mm and I've been pleased with it. I wouldn't be concerned about the lack of vibration reduction because the lens is so wide it's not needed. Even at 24mm, you'd have to be shooting from a boat to see any difference VR would make. No lens creep that I've noticed and at f/2.8 this is a very fast lens. Not being able to use a screw on protective filter may be a concern for some, but I'm very careful with it and always cap it when I'm not shooting. So far, so good.
1041573
Are you comparing it to the lens without VR. I work for Nikon and the price was actually the same price I get with my employee discount and it didn't include the extra filters. I used the lens on my d3100 to get some incredible shots of the lunar eclipse
194935
Not absolutely sure, but on this lens there are two VR setting, besides "off"! One called "normal" which is for normal hand held use... the other is called "active" which is supposed to work well for taking shots from a moving vehicle. Initially I thought it was for sports photography... duh!
282759
different continent makes a different shipping, please see another linking which we make a free shipping :Skiliwah New Nikon 18-55 18-105 55-200 mm 3.5-5.6 G DX AF-S VR IF ED Bayonet Mount Ring Repair
1268392
Besides the focal length and the "Vibration Reduction " feature, almost nothing. A while back the price for the 10-30mm was higher for the VR. Now that they are the same, like someone said, why bother unless you just like to have a full camera bag like myself.
2078344
I own both. Bought one of first 18-200s made in Japan to go with my first dslr: D50 that I got for a trip to the Bahamas. Have wonderful images I still enjoy. Now have lightweight D5000 and super D7000. Bought 18-140 for light weight to hike w/D5000. Use 28-200 w/D7000 otherwise. Both focus quickly, iq is similar. Both have VR but 200 has active mode for shooting while moving, which I love. So 140 wins on weight, price, while 200 adds focal length and versatile VR.
732558
This IS most likely a VRII lens. It does picture the original VR lens but I tried to get a VR I from them a few months ago and they sent me a VRII. I let Amazon and Electronics Basket know about the error but it seems not much was done about it. Here is a link to my review....http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-70-200mm-Nikkor-Digital-Cameras/product-reviews/B00009MDBQ/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_pop_hist_1?ie=UTF8&filterBy;=addOneStar&showViewpoints;=0 This IS most likely a VRII lens. It does picture the original VR lens but I tried to get a VR I from them a few months ago and they sent me a VRII. I let Amazon and Electronics Basket know about the error but it seems not much was done about it. Here is a link to my review....http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-70-200mm-Nikkor-Digital-Cameras/product-reviews/B00009MDBQ/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_pop_hist_1?ie=UTF8&filterB...; » Read More This IS most likely a VRII lens. It does picture the original VR lens but I tried to get a VR I from them a few months ago and they sent me a VRII. I let Amazon and Electronics Basket know about the error but it seems not much was done about it. Here is a link to my review....http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-70-200mm-Nikkor-Digital-Cameras/product-reviews/B00009MDBQ/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_pop_hist_1?ie=UTF8&filterBy;=addOneStar&showViewpoints;=0 « Show Less
1936612
http://mansurovs.com/nikon-55-300mm-vr-reviewThe Nikon 55-300mm VR is a plastic lens with a metal mount, which is easy to carry and handle due to its low weight. Although the lens has a total of 17 optical elements in 11 groups, it weighs only 580 grams.
2052393
Yes, if you have a camera Nikon D80 that lens will work great. You could even get the Nikon lens 18-105mm VR which is very good. Use a lens accordingly to the type of pictures you like to take most.
1111393
I agree that 70-300 VR is a superior choice, but certainly have not been disappointed with my 55-300 VR. It didn't cost as much either.
1360610
No, I would highly suggest going for the VR version for a few extra bucks. This is obsolete. I also would suggest getting a new version as this lens is old and many used ones won't operate correctly.
448718
I've owned both lenses, and in my opinion for use with FX cameras the AF-S 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR lens is a better lens than the old 24-120mm f/3/5-5.6G. The 24-85G is sharper, especially at the edges; it's lighter; and its VR function works better. Of course, you give up the extra range, but I've found that 85mm is adequate for most general photography.