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Nikon D810 + 200-500 zoom, hand held, wide open.

The lens is sharp, the D810 has accurate focus; this lens focuses at a more leisurely pace than the 500 f4. Shooting at f5.6 often means higher ISOs. The VR is very effective. I like this lens but I'm keep the 500 f4 as well.

Still undecided whether to add the D500 to my camera portfolio.

maljo

White-Tail Deer Fawn, Anchorage Trail, Louisville, Kentucky
White-Tail Deer Fawn, Anchorage Trail, Louisville, Kentucky



American Goldfinch, Louisville, Kentucky
American Goldfinch, Louisville, Kentucky



Downy Woodpecker, Orchard Lake Nature Preserve, Michigan
Downy Woodpecker, Orchard Lake Nature Preserve, Michigan



Prothonotary Warbler, Land Between the Lakes, Kentucky
Prothonotary Warbler, Land Between the Lakes, Kentucky



Magnolia Warbler, Magee Marsh, Ohio
Magnolia Warbler, Magee Marsh, Ohio



Prothonotary Warbler , Magee Marsh, Ohio
Prothonotary Warbler , Magee Marsh, Ohio
 
Very nice series, and the combo working perfectly together

compliments

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very nice images taken and sharp. The 200-500m with your D810 is excellent.

Thanks,

Adrian
 
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Nikon D810 + 200-500 zoom, hand held, wide open.

The lens is sharp, the D810 has accurate focus; this lens focuses at a more leisurely pace than the 500 f4. Shooting at f5.6 often means higher ISOs. The VR is very effective. I like this lens but I'm keep the 500 f4 as well.

Still undecided whether to add the D500 to my camera portfolio.

maljo

White-Tail Deer Fawn, Anchorage Trail, Louisville, Kentucky
White-Tail Deer Fawn, Anchorage Trail, Louisville, Kentucky

American Goldfinch, Louisville, Kentucky
American Goldfinch, Louisville, Kentucky

Downy Woodpecker, Orchard Lake Nature Preserve, Michigan
Downy Woodpecker, Orchard Lake Nature Preserve, Michigan

Prothonotary Warbler, Land Between the Lakes, Kentucky
Prothonotary Warbler, Land Between the Lakes, Kentucky

Magnolia Warbler, Magee Marsh, Ohio
Magnolia Warbler, Magee Marsh, Ohio

Prothonotary Warbler , Magee Marsh, Ohio
Prothonotary Warbler , Magee Marsh, Ohio
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Nice pictures. Were these hand held or on a monopod/tripod?

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With the 500 f4 I always use a tripod, so the zoom is somewhat refreshing.

But, curiously, with the camera on tripod I can set it down anytime I like; with the zoom I'm always holding it.

Hand holding the zoom is a viable option. There are times at Magee Marsh when tripods are discouraged. This is a nice way to go.

maljo
 
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With the 500 f4 I always use a tripod, so the zoom is somewhat refreshing.

But, curiously, with the camera on tripod I can set it down anytime I like; with the zoom I'm always holding it.

Hand holding the zoom is a viable option. There are times at Magee Marsh when tripods are discouraged. This is a nice way to go.

maljo
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Thanks for the feedback, I have been arguing and trying to pass it for now. I am not sure with that bulk and size, I would be able to handhold it or should I say comfortable hand holding it.
 
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Nikon D810 + 200-500 zoom, hand held, wide open.

The lens is sharp, the D810 has accurate focus; this lens focuses at a more leisurely pace than the 500 f4. Shooting at f5.6 often means higher ISOs. The VR is very effective. I like this lens but I'm keep the 500 f4 as well.
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Nice shots, maljo.
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Still undecided whether to add the D500 to my camera portfolio.
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Thom has shared his thoughts about what he calls "The DX/FX Combo Kit" recently here:

http://www.dslrbodies.com/newsviews/the-dxfx-combo-kit.html
 
Hi Maljo,

Your pix are just beautiful. I have the same combo and I'm always impressed with the WOW factor of the 810 when its coupled with good glass. I think the 200-500 is a really good lens and at $1400, its a great lens. Have a great weekend.

Jake.
 
I agree with the 'wow' factor.

maljo
 
Excellent shots. I think you are getting the most out of both your camera and lens.

As to the D500: I have used the 200-500 on my D800 with very good results. Like you, I usually carry a tripod for both stability and the luxury of being able to set the combo down for breaks. I have had the 200-500 on my D500 all spring trying to get used to it. Quite frankly, it requires a much higher level of technique shooting something that is 750mm equivalent. I'm still learning (I hope.)
 
Great shots. I really like the goldfinch with the thistle. I too love my 200-500. Great lens for the price.
 
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Nikon D810 + 200-500 zoom, hand held, wide open.

The lens is sharp, the D810 has accurate focus; this lens focuses at a more leisurely pace than the 500 f4. Shooting at f5.6 often means higher ISOs. The VR is very effective. I like this lens but I'm keep the 500 f4 as well.

Still undecided whether to add the D500 to my camera portfolio.

maljo
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Why not two kits? I decided likewise to keep my 500 f4 and use it with sturdy tripod and Wimberley head with TC14EIII to get 700mm at f5.6 on a D810. For other times when I need to be mobile, I take my D500 with 200-500. The D500 + 200-500 combo is good enough that I don't feel as if I'm compromising IQ - and it lets me get the shots at locations where I can't take the tripod+gimbal+500f4+TC.

Lastly, WRT the f4 vs. f5.6... I find that I normally prefer to use the 500 f4 stopped down to f5.6 - it seems to reduce flare slightly and improves contrast (mine is the 500f4 VR version - others may disagree). I don't see enough improvement in stopping down the 200-500, so I don't hesitate to use it wide open in less than bright sun.
 
But that's for your input.

maljo
 
The D800E with Nikkor 200-500mm Lens

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The D800E with 200-500mm Lens
 
hand held I assume. For some images would be hard to get the 500 f4 or 600 f4 out, mounted on a tripod and pointed in the right direction before the subject moved on.

This was the case for my fawn image.

maljo
 
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