New Nikon Lenses - Got $12,000?
/Nikon has announced three new lenses- The perfect kit replacement for D5500/D7200 users? And some serious telephoto.
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR Lens
Quick thoughts - This shows a commitment from Nikon to the DX mount/APS-C sized sensors and will likely be an excellent travel lens - offering a very useful range with decent aperture. I am curious how it will compare to the much cheaper but very good Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM $399 from B&H (my review).Highlights:
- F Mount Lens/DX Format
- 24-120mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Maximum Aperture Range: f/2.8-4
- Silent Wave Motor and MF Override
- Nikon VR Image Stabilization
Price: $1,066.95Availability: Shipping July 16thPreorder: B&H Photo Video
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4E FL ED VR
Quick Thoughts: I expect these to be very sharp and they offer noticeable weight savings versus the older versions.
- F Mount Lens/FX Format
- Maximum Aperture: f/4
- Vibration Reduction, Sport/Tripod Modes
- Detachable, Rotatable Monopod Collar
Price: $10,296.95Availability: Shipping July 16thPreorder: B&H Photo Video
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 600mm f/4E FL ED VR Lens
Quick Thoughts: Just like the 500mm, just costs $2,000 more to get 600mm.
- F Mount Lens/FX Format
- Maximum Aperture: f/4
- 4 stop Vibration Reduction, Sport/Tripod Modes
- Detachable, Rotatable Monopod Collar
Price: $12,296.95Availability: Shipping July 16thPreorder: B&H Photo Video