3 REASONS I bought a 24-200mm LENS for landscape photography
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- So why did I get a 24-200mm? Surely it isn't as good as the 24-70mm and 70-200mm? I go through my reasons and share some photos from a fogging morning.
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I currently do not own the Z system, is there a similar lens you'd recommend for the D850?
Thanks Nigel, I appreciate your review. I have this lens and the D6ii. I have loved it and find the same results and you. It is a great all around lens.
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Is there anything more relaxing than sitting down with a coffee on a Sunday morning and watching these videos? Love it
Yup, laying in the bath after a morning cycling with a beer. In the bath with a beer I mean, not cycling!
@@riddles1137 that isn't a good vision...
What I'm sure you meant to say is, after getting out to shoot the sunrise on Sunday, get back and watch the video with a coffee :D
@@NigelDanson Thanks Nigel - you're a hero of mine really :)
I agree!!
Absolutely! I now have downsized to micro four thirds and shoot with an Olympus OM-D E-M1 II (574 gms) and although I have several prime lenses (16mm 1.4, 25mm 2.8, 60mm 2.8 macro, 75-300mm 4.8-6.7), by far my favorite is my Olympus 12-100mm f4 Pro. This is a full frame equivalent 24-200mm and weighs 561 gm. There is stabilization in both the camera and lens that work together so f4 is fine, especially outdoors. As a "Pro" version the optics are just great so I don't worry about the quality. On travel trips I have found I seldom use any of the other lenses and even seldom use my tripod. At 1135 gms camera and lens combined, I can't beat this and think the 12-100mm is perfect for everything except birds, when I use my 75-300mm (150-600mm full frame equivalent). I think this is a very thoughtful video - we need to stop pixel peeping and realize "the best camera is the one you have with you" and also that goes for the "best lens".
I should've done that instead of my FZ1000. I think your setup is smaller and lighter than my one, not to mention a better performer. The more I think about it, the sillier small sensors become.
Yes. I shoot the same combination of OM camera, and it's great for travel. I love that lens. I also own a Z7, and bought the 24-200 because of my fondness for the olympus setup. I used to own an Olympus 12-60 2.8 in the old days of four-thirds, another great travel lens, and now I see that Nikon is coming out with a 24-120.
Thanks for the re-assurance. I purchased this a few months ago and along with my 14-30 f4 Z lens, 90+% of my landscape & cityscape, including night, needs are met.
Thanks for posting this video. For me the opportunity is everything. I get out a little with my wife and 3 year old. When I see something inspiring I just pull out the camera, zoom to the right feel and shoot, rearly do I get much time for more before I'm getting left far behind. It keeps me happy with the results and I can keep up and enjoy the company ☺️
Great video as always. I have this lens so great to hear someone so experienced talk about it so positively. Really excited about your new book, cannot wait to see it. I now have a love of tree photography after watching your videos and spend my walks looking for those special ones. Pebbles is adorable, what a great companion!
Nigel,
That's exactly what I did last week during a snowstorm here in NYC. I picked up this lens, 24-200mm, when I went out in the snow to take a few photos.
Apart from the really decent picture quality what I like most about this lens is its smooth zooming. It‘s just a joy to use!
I have one and I absolutely love it. It's small, very sharp (excellent overall optically), weather sealed and has a VERY useful focal range.
You are a mind-reader Nigel. I selected this lens (along with the 50mm f1.8) as my first lens for all the reasons you note. Your shot of Pebbles is OUTSTANDING. Thanks so much for the timely change of pace!
I know this feeling all too well and I'm glad you made a video about it. When I struggle to decide which lens to bring, I will choose versatility over slight quality if it means getting the shot. I love my Nikon 28-300mm.
This sounds like a good lens when not only weight becomes an issue, but age also.. I am at an age where I love doing landscape photography but it is getting to the point where the weight of my camera bag outweighs the the climb up a hillside, so one lens covering 28 to 200 seems worth contemplating. Your book is excellent .
Thanks Nigel. Love hearing your lown down on camera kit. Very useful for someone learning the finer details in camera kit.
It is heartwarming to see you and Pebble striving around in a beautiful misty landscape and and one can get a feel by the video sequences of the strong relationship between the two of you. You'r absolutely right one has to find a balance between "quality" and "practicality" and for that purpose I often carry a small SONY RX100V with me that complements my Nikon D750 with a given lens for the day. Not bad either, don't you think?
Perfect timing. I just purchased this lens too, for all the same reasons you mention. I have the 24-70 f4 and was contemplating the 70-200 2.8 but the weight (and cost) was prohibiting for me. I've only used the 24-200 a few times but its portability, weight and overall sharpness is exactly what I want. Looking forward to seeing more shots from you using this lens. Thanks for all your videos, I've watched them all, and learned a lot from you Nigel.
Good to see you out and about having fun with the new piece of kit 📷👍
I like watching your videos sometimes, just because of the sceneries you visit and how beautifully you capture these scenes, while walking and talking, it's really relaxing. Also, your tips and expertise are an awesome plus! :)
Excellent video, so relaxing watching you in the outdoors with your trusted champion, Pebbles. I was considering the 24-200 and you helped me make that decision. Thank you.
I really like your dog running in the background
Perfect timing thanks. I have a Z6 24-70 and F mount 70-200 but have been toying for weeks about buying the 24-200. I live in the Lakes and am on the fells a lot don't like carrying much wait or changing lenses in poor weather. I took the plunge and ordered last week due this week. Watching your vlog makes me feel I made the right choice.
Neat Nigel, a nice change. I bought the 24-200 prior to a trip last November and it's proved itself a great tool. Replaced my excellent 24-70 f4 and I don't miss it at all. Looking forward to using this in the Faroes in October!
I have the 24-200 as well and am very satisfied with it. Much lighter than the 24-70 (which I also have). Since the majority of my shots outside do not require a fast aperture, I find the 24-200 is "good enough" and very convenient. Loved the video!
thanks , as a total armature with a very limited budget i really only can afford one good lens .
this is very help full to me as im just about to pull the trigger on a new lens and go hungry for a week or two .
stay safe from Dublin , Eire .
Again superb contend! Thank you for that! You have exceptionally good video quality. The lighting at your desk is masterclass!
Look forward to seeing your book. Loved all the Pebbles cameos and that lens seems perfect.
Totally brilliant video Nigel. Lovely pictures, good luck with your book.
Absolutely love the content! I've been thinking about getting this myself!
I have a 12-100mm Olympus lens, so pretty much the same range as your 24-200mm. I love it for pretty much the same reasons. It's a great allrounder!
@Geoffrey Simpson Just a typing-error which I've now corrected. Thanks.
Thanks so much for the reminder and tips about the little lens - I'll get mine out of the cupboard and give it a go again!
Great video Nigel! The key word here is “opportunity” and that comes across brilliantly clear in your video here. It is not a massive compromise nowadays when all major manufacturers are able to produce good quality glass for tighter budgets and weight concerns. I’m glad Nikon have chosen to mix their introductory roadmap with both super hi-end glass and with these more affordable and lightweight alternatives as well. This way it has become clear that the Z system is here to stay and it is able to cater to any use-case out there, really. Thanks for pointing this out Nigel!
I’ve got to say as a brand new photographer (first camera will arrive Friday) getting the 25-200mm is a MUCH easier cost than a 24-70mm and 70-200mm. I’ll be getting a feel of it all with the 24-200 while I save for the higher quality 2 different lenses.
Could you maybe do a video talking about why an F-4 lens is so massively different from an F-2.8 lens. Hopefully it will help justify the cost difference too. 😎😬
I do a lot of hiking and i got a similar lens recently and i love it. Not changing lenses is not only great, but you don’t miss as many shots that way.
I love these zooms too, in the end no photo has to be perfect for personal use. Capturing the scene at the right moment is most important to me. Meanwhile I try to take only 2 lenses with, a superzoom and a wide angle for the city or a larger telephoto when I shoot wildlife photos.
One reason for mirrorless cameras is also the weight savings.
Great video as always. The pictures were amazing and I'll admit to being envious of your backyard. You were spot on about the pros and cons of the 24-200. I really enjoy using the lens and it is always mounted to my camera. To be able to sit in one spot and have the flexibility to go wide and zoom in without stopping to change lenses is especially useful in the wide desert mesas of my area. Also not having to worry about sand getting into the camera during the lens swap is a bonus. And thanks for reminding me about the manual corrections available in the lens correction tab! I'd completely forgot about it. Now I can go back to some of my tree photos and tackle that nasty fringing!
Bought exactly the same lens in December as a walkabout for the Z7 and absolutely love it for hiking, also great for the no tripod lockdown shooting 👍
I have the 14-30 and 24-200 combined with my Z7, what more do I need!
Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge !
I got the 24-200 bundled with my Z5 and absolutely love it. A great lens for travel ( whenever we can do that again) as it's light and compact. Throw the 85mm and 35mm 1.8 in the kit bag and you have a great travel bundle.
Hey Nigel … A beautifully foggy and helpful episode. I really enjoy your channel and seeing Pebbles was awesome - I’m new to photography (late in life) and you’ve helped a lot. I subscribed to your newsletter and your e-book is so nice! You obviously put a ton of effort into it. I didn’t want to be a weasel and so, I hope my donation towards the e-book was fair. Best to you from NJ, USA!
Very cool Nigel, thanks for sharing your lens preference. I've been using 18-200 and love its versability. As alaway great learning!
Thanks so much Nigel. Lovely to see Pebbles again - she is a wonderful girl. Canon has an equivalent 24-240 lens for its mirrorless system and I must admit that I'm using this more than the other 10 lenses in my kit. Reasons: weight as you describe, bulk of carrying more than one lens, and reach. Older photographers really do have to make different choices about their kit and the tradeoff of slightly more distortion and vignetting is a reasonable trade-off. That said, it's nice to have the option to switch to better glass when needed, or to specialized glass (faster, wider, even softer special effects) when needed. It really means planning more and not carrying around the same kit all the time. I've come to enjoy packing out the kit before heading out - gives me the sense of a new adventure each time.
It's very hard to argue against the 14-30 & 24-200 combo for landscapes, very powerful, sharp, lightweight pair of lenses - would never have imagined a few years ago 2 lenses could cover such a wide range of focal lengths! I've been very pleased with my 24-200.
I used to have 18-135 lens on apsc for my Pentax. Superb, light, compromised quality over so many opportunities. Amazing.
Great video! I’m a novice and an older person. I can’t carry lots of gear so I have an 18 to 300. I find it versatile. I also use the peak design strap.
Having recently bought one myself, it's very reassuring to have someone of Nigel's experience backing this lens. Part of my thinking is to keep my cabin baggage within tight weight limits for smaller aircraft / internal flights (remember those?).
That’s my next lens, for all the reasons you state. Been waiting for it to be in stock for so long! I think this new generation of Z lenses are re-writing the rule book, I swear my Z24-70 f4 is identical in sharpness and maybe almost better at controlling highlight flare than my Z50 1.8! I’m happy to hear that this 24-200 is more than shootable. I don’t want any more weight! I’m currently ‘training’ for post lockdown photo trips by sticking 2 x 5kg dumbbells in a rucksack and going up and down a huge flight of steps opposite my house - my own personal mountain 😆
Thanks for sharing ur thoughts for this lens. Great image of pebbles. And the image you printed.
Totally agree with your review (as if you needed my approval) incredibly versatile lens. Decided to get this lens instead of 24-70 kit lens for just that reason. Waiting anxiously for the 200-600 to fill my wildlife photography needs. Z lenses have exceeded my expectations!
Currently looking to switch to mirrorless and and rather than insta switching my 24-70 2.8 and 70-200 2.8, you are now making me think this would be a better way to go, using this as a scouting lens of areas that i am able to come back too with the other lenses + adapter with pre planned ideas for what pictures i want to get. in part to just be carrying less weight
Really interesting to hear you describe how useful this lens is. I usually carry 14-30 and 70-200 F mount. When hiking Snowdonia last year (outside of lockdown of course) I only took 24-70 f4 as didn’t want to lug kit so this 24-200 would’ve given me more options. I guess I could ditch the 70-200 F for it which means the FTZ adapter can be left out of the bag and means I’m all in Z mount-wise.
Great Vlog Nigel, the 24-200 zoom seems like a wonderful choice, thanks for sharing
What really caught my eye was the quality of continuous auto focus of z6 ii in the video. Apart from the conversation regarding the lens, this video really showed how effective and sticky AF is in Nikon 2nd generation of cameras.
Excellent review. Love the doggy assistant!
Have you considered that Pebbles watches you spend hours each outing talking to yourself, and that Pebbles is growing increasingly concerned about your mental health ? Or that you can see someone that Pebbles can’t somehow ?
Thanks for sharing. I love my 24-200 and it is so much sharper than my old 28-300 that I had previously. The 24-200 pretty much stays on my Z7 unless I specifically need a prime for whatever I am shooting. Love the flexibility of it!
Yeah, I used to carry 2 bodies each with a different prime lens, but now that I’m into my 70s’ I appreciate having one of these all-in-one lenses. Good to know that the quality of the images are that good👍😊
Great video, weirdly I started out with a 24-150 ish lens as cheaper option than two lens when I first turned to digital and I found it so useful to just be thinking about the shots rather than changing lenses, filter threads etc. Now with three lenses covering 10-300mm it sometimes seems so much more complicated, especially when as you say the weather can be bad and you have issues changing lenses, filters, cleaning each etc!
The best lens is the one that fit in your workflow. Thanks for the video.waiting the next book.
Over 90% of my photos are taken with my Olympus 12-100 mm Pro lens (12-200 mm in m43 = 24-200 mm FF equivalent). It's a great focal range. Great for hiking.
Love this video. It convinced me to buy this lens together with the Z5. Thanks for showing these razor sharp photo's.
Thank you! great video, great sceneries and I'll definitely go for it. I was using for years the 24-120 on the D800 & D850. For a while I have been using all the 'expensive' lenses, but none of them are so flexible for the day by day use.
Nigel nice review of this focal length (24-200). So impressed I went out and purchased a similar lens. I will be going out to test the lens over the next few weeks. Cheers, Richard
I’m new to photography and this is the only lens I have for my DSLR. I figured I’d start with it and learn the heck out of my capabilities with it. Later on I will know what else I need.
Great informative video Nigel, this lens is one I have been toying over getting for a few months now, I can see it being one that I would take out on a regular basis but with the option of still having my 24-70 and 70-200 there for the lower light scenario. A great hiking lens. 👍
The next lens I want to get for my Z6! Great video!
The Pebbels-shot is sensational!
Another enjoyable video Nigel, I've just picked up the 70-200S for my Z7 & Z50 but was looking at the 24-200 for the very reason you talked about, and after walking around the local woodland for a fair amount of time I'm surprised how heavy the 70-200S is, but wow what a lens that is, I am certainly considering the 24-200. I also have the 50-250 Z DX lens which is pretty darn good as well the Z glass doesn't disappoint just waiting for the 100-400S . Keep up the good work Nigel.
I have a 24-200mm for my Z6 and have been thinking of buying a 70-200mm. You just saved me a lot of money. But you made me buy a Peak Design sling strap instead!
I keep looking at this lens , and go back and forth on purchase. Thanks for a great and honest review.
Glad it was helpful!
Having recently gone full frame with the Canon RP I've been looking at lenses to replace my Tamron 17-50 f2.8, which is a fantastic crop lens. I like the idea of having a lens I can use for landscape and take out on family walks or days out without the rest of the kit, so this range looks quite good. Granted you loose the speed but if you're outdoors it's not the end of the world. Thanks for the vid 🙂
I bought the 24-200 f4 from my pro-photographer son to use as my main lens for my Z6 just 24 hours before finding this video Always gratifying to have reinforcing opinions to counter the possible onset of buyer's remorse. Not that I'm expecting any doubts. My son is just finishing up an excellent 45-minute documentary with all video and stills shot with the lens. I can also vouch for the Peak Design straps.
Your videos is the Sunday happiness 🙌
Yeah, the flexibility of a zoom like that is great. I use a 14-140 (28 to 280 FF equiv.) on my mft Panasonic G9. The lens weighs only 265g and it's the one I use most because of its 10x focal length range. 👍
My usual go to gear is the D7500 with the 18-200. I've captured some incredible images with this all-in-one setup.
I have a 75-300mm lens that I’ve used for everything from rodeo photography to landscapes. The variability is very helpful.
Great topic Nigel ! Weight and bulk optimization for full frame systems is important. I'm thinking too how to reduce the weight and size of my lens kit without compromising too much quality. Not all camera systems have quality super zooms. That's cool that Nikon has one.
excellent walk around lens. Glad I bought it and you have reviewed it. Ibis helps keep photos sharp with long exposures on Tripod at 200mm if it is slightly windy.
Your experience with this kind of lens is very much on par with mine. I'm using Sony with the Tamron 28-200f2.8-5.6. Losing the extra 4mm at the wide end, but on the other hand I have the ability to shoot at f2.8 should I need it. Also, the lens is surprisingly sharp. Having that amount of zoom in a single lens is really versatile. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, stay safe and keep up the good work!
Great video as always Nigel 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Inspired, I just picked up a used 18-140mm for my Z50 (F mount, until they bring out the Z version). I bought the Z50 with the two lens kit, as I found that on walks / camps I was just not taking my camera kit because it became so big and heavy. I now always carry the Z50, but recently the lens that is always on my camera is the 50-250mm (because, better dog photos), meaning I miss lots of wider shots out and about (because, lens changing faff =/= happy couple walks!). Decided I would happily trade the 140-250mm on the long end for 18-50mm on the wide end to keep the peace. One small camera, one lens, and one Peak Designs camera clip and I think we have the happy medium for out-and-about photography :)
I have used the Z24-200 since it was available and it’s my favourite lens these days. It’s very sharp other than in the very extreme corners where it also suffers from 24-40mm bad distortion where uprights lean outwards. But if you understand it’s few weaknesses it is a brilliant all round small lens. I have the f2.8 lenses it covers but rarely use them unless I need ultimate quality from my Z7II or Z6II. Many of the images I sell down here in west Cornwall where I teach landscape photography are taken with this lens. Nice to see you using this great little lens.
Read something that sharpness gets much worse at apertures smaller than f8. What's your experience? This lense would be perfect for me, especially budgetwise
Just finished watching all of your vlogs. Starting with the announcement of your channel, all the way to the latest.
I love my Sony 24-240 because I only need one lens when I am hiking around and I can capture a wide variety of shots in the backcountry. I am sure that I am losing some quality, but it is wonderful to have diversity.
Nice to see more of pebbles out with you, and the Image you took of her was really stunning, all your images are always superb but can you tell us what make and type of paper you printed the Birch tree image on please, It appeared to be a textured paper, I liked this image very much, great video, Thank You, Colin.
Enjoyed watching, nice images Nigel 👌
Just got myself the tamron 28-200 for my sony. Feeling very reassured by this video :D
This is great! I just purchased the RF 24-240 today for my R5 for the exact same reasons.
How do you like it?
Im using r6, and i just think about get a rf24-240 lens for hiking.
What do you feel abt this lens? Does the quality good?
Enjoyed that Nigel, I have a d810 and the weight with my 24-70 f2.8 and my 70-200mm f2.8 is a killer but I have just learned to live with it, would be interesting to see how a 24-200 works on this body! All the best, Andy
I have the olympus 12-100 and love it, quality is amazing, last week received the 24-200 and I am very impressed. Now I can walk locally no tripod and get my exercise and still take some shots. Covers 90% of shots.
I love the photo of Pebbles (10 minute mark). Reminds me so much of a dearly departed friend, Mocha.
Have had my Canon 18-150mm (FF 28-240mm) for a couple of years. This type of lens is so underrated but it does the job. Have a wide angle prime that sits in the camera bag but can't remember using it at all last year.
I would have thought this would have been your first buy if you like walking without a lot of gear on your back, the trouble I find with so called super zooms is at the wide end and the long end they give slightly soft results but this can easily be rectified in post! I don't own any modern equipment so I wish you all the best with yours, now let's concentrate on seeing some more of your wonderful pictures you are going to take with your new lens. Thank you for taking us with you again!
You nailed it with your thoughts about the Z24-200. I owned the lens last year for a while and my experience is the same. Sharp in the middle, soft in the edges. I shot seascapes in kind of a sandstorm and after that I recognized some grinding in the lens when I was changing the focal length. The lens has not the best sealing against dust. But overall it’s a good choice when you want to travel lightweight and ultra flexible. I personally sold the lens and I’m going now for the Z24-70 and Z70-200. Heavy combo but quality wins 😄
You don t need an expensive, excellent equipment for landscape photography. Because in-between 5 and 9 aperture most lenses work very well. Most important thing in landscape photography is: LANDSCAPE :-).
Thanks again for another nice review. My go-to lenses are Primes but as you said at the start there are times when you may not want to be changing lenses.
Thanks much, Nigel for the vote of confidence using a wide range lens! I’ve been using a Nikon 18-200mm lens for more than 10 years and although I have other lenses I keep using it for the ease of use you describe. Great video as always.
Hey Tom, how does your 18-200 measure up on your Z ? Is it sharp enough ? And which model Z are you using ? Thanks.
@@tangent5132 I have a Nikon DSLR d7200 not a Z.
I have been thinking about the Fuji equivalent (18-135) and put off a little by the reviews which seem to concentrate on the downsides of edge sharpness and lower quality at the short-end. You make a very valid point though about the Quality / Opportunity compromise that has made me think more favourably. With me there is always the danger that I carry to much gear on day-long walks and at my age end up totally goosed by the end of the day so this might be the answer.
Thanks for your opinion on the 24-200 Nigel. I’ve recently purchased a Z6 and the 24-70 F4. The other focal lengths will have to be covered with my DSLR or the FTZ adapter until I save enough money for the next lens. I’ll likely choose this over the 14-30 as it’s more practical for me from both a cost and focal length perspective. What I’d really like is the upcoming 100-400 but I suspect that will be way over what I’m willing to spend since I buy mostly used gear.
I recently purchased the Tamron 18-400 3.5-6.3 to use with my D500 for all the same reasons! I couldn’t be happier!
Great to hear!
Was not sure if I should by the 24-70 4.0 or this lens as the first lens for my new Nikon z6ii. Thanks to you I decided to buy this lens. Can't wait to try both cam and lens this weekend. Thanks for all your excellent Videos, Nigel. Cheers from Germany