Nikon Z5 Lens Compatibility Issues
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- I am loving my new Nikon Z5 but my first time out with it I ran into some problems!
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This is an issue with Tamron lenses. It's well documented on their compatibility page. The G2 lenses can be updated with firmware but nothing older. Sigma lenses work fine with the FTZ adapter incidentally.
That pretty much sums it up. I ended up going with the sigma 70 to 200 and I love it.
Bill, please keep us posted if there's been any traction. I also have a couple of Tamron's and I've been contemplating picking up a Z series body but may hold off for now if there are compatibility issues.
Sold my Tamron 24-70 2.8 Vc (like yours) as it wasn't compatible with my Z6. That lens does not work with tap in console. I got the 24-70 F4 kit lens and I'm not missing the stops of light as the Iso on Z series is amazing. Kit lens is lighter too.
Enjoying your channel. Best wishes from Sweden.
Thank you! I got the 24-70 also and loving it.
Bill that's a real shame your D750 lenses have compatibility issues, very helpful vlog for others thinking of upgrading to the Nikon Z5 with similar lenses.
In a way I'm almost glad that it's pushing me into some new more modern gear. Not really looking forward to spending the money but I'm really liking the 24 to 70 that I just got.
It’s not the Nikon camera that has incompatibility issues as Nikon never promised their system would be compatible with Tamron. It’s TAMRON that sold a lens they stated is compatible with Nikon. Hold Tamron accountable as it’s not Nikon’s responsibility. Just sayin mate. 🤷
Same situation for some prime Sigma lenses, where they won't auto-focus, or misread the exposure. They issued a confirmation statement of what they called "phenomena" associated with the Z mount, and that a firmware update was in the making to resolve the issue. Updating a sigma does require a special dongle that's sold separately and is not available in all regions, so buying a new sigma for the z-mount does feel like a gamble which necessitates testing before leaving the shop if possible.
To me this highlights one of the key issues about the camera market. You're paying thousands of dollars on gear only to realize that in order to use it to full capacity, you need more gear.
Recharging a Z5 while it's switched on (one of the highlights of this new generation) requires a special USB 'cable' from Nikon, that is once more, sold separately!
The whole market operates on the basis of scarcity. I expect parts to become less available, and more expensive as they try to make up for the lost market share to the smartphone industry, which seems to be always ahead for some reason.
Good points. There are so many interchangeable working parts with a camera and it’s accessories, and the technology associated with each, that’s it’s getting increasingly difficult to make sure they all work together. And the camera manufacturers are taking advantage of that by selling us expensive extras.
Hi Bill, I actually just picked up the Z5 as well. I originally passed on the Z6 and Z7 as I have the Tamron G2 Trinity and they did not seem to focus the same as they do on my D850. I will say that all those issues all seem gone now with the Tamron lens firmware updates and the year plus development from the Z6/7 to the Z5. I did pick up the Nikkor 24-70 f4 S lens with the Z5 and I will tell you the Tamron 24-70 G2 focuses faster and resolves the same. If you have the option to try the Nikkor 24-70 2.8 version(I know...big price tag)(Maybe look at the Tamron 24-70 G2 as an option?) I would strongly recommend it! It really is a big difference in focus speed. Love the videos you and Eric put out and look forward to all the content you will be creating with this new Z5....as I have a vested interest on how you like it:-)
Hey Michael, the 24 to 70 F4 is a really nice lens and I think it will suffice for me right now. I would definitely love to have a 2.8 version but I only paid $500 for this lens by trading in some gear worth that much. So it was an economical decision for sure. I really like the way my Sigma 70 to 200 works on the Z5 so I'm not against trying out the Tamron g2. I do like having a native mountain lens the camera feels much better and more balanced.
Sorry to hear of this Bill, such a pain, and it must be very frustrating. Hope all goes well for your replacement lenses.
It's not the way I planned this to go but I get update some of my lenses now!💲💲💲
Same here, Z5 + Tamron 24-70 G1. I've seen a post on dpreview forum that latest firmware on the lens is fixing some issues, so I passed my to service to apply the firmware update. Also updated my Z5 to the newest available FW. Nothing changed, problem still exists. I will ship this lens and aquire newer tamron G1 which is working without issues, or a nikkor if my budget will allow for that.
I think the G2 might be a better bet. From what I understand the G1 versions don't work well with the Z5. Maybe look at the sigma equivalent. My sigma 70 to 200 worked perfectly right out of the box.
I just upgraded from a Z50 to a Z5 a couple weeks ago. I have a Tamron 45mm v1.8 VC lens which I purchased used at a great price. When I tried to use it on my Z50 I experienced the same problem. I tested it on my older Nikons, a D90 and an F100. It worked great on the older cameras. I had the lens sent to Tamron for a free firmware update and it now works perfectly on my Z5 and old Z50. I gambled and upgraded my old Tamron 90mm f2.8 macro to the most recent version with VC. Once again the issue was present on the Z5 and Z50 while it worked great on my D90 and F100. I had the firmware updated. It's better but on my Z5 it's still playing the diva and working when it wants. I'm disappointed. I wanted this lens because it's a Tamron, this lens has historically been a great lens, and I really want the VC on this lens. Perhaps if I was happier with the focus peaking I wouldn't mind manual focus. Maybe that will change as I gain experience with this camera. Film is dragging me kicking and screaming into buying more gear and the last thing I want is multiple collections of F, Z, and OM mount lenses besides the inevitable future additions. I'm not sure how I'll handle this but I'm not planning on jumping ship from Nikon.
I think you just need to research which lenses work with the z mount. I have a Viltrox 35 mm 1.8 that works perfectly on the z cameras. I also have a sigma 70 to 200 that works well. My older tamrons did not so I sold them. Hopefully the third-party camera manufacturers will start to come out with lenses specific to this mount. They really haven't yet but hopefully soon
Thanks so much, I'm trying to decide on buying a 3 yr old Z5, or the 5 yr old 7500, that I can use my DX lenses on. I have a D300 I just brought out to play with, and it hasn't been used in 13 yrs, with the advent of cell phone photos. I have several Nikkor lenses, so will just need the adaptor. This Z5 hopefully would last me a long time, but I think the not using the D300 has lead to the thumb and command wheel issues it seems to be having. I loved that camera, and hate to see the wheels not working properly.. This was a good video
Glad it helped you.
My Z50 and Z5 have had no issue with older F mount Sigma HSM lenses via the FTZ, but my with older Tamron's they would not work at all (even after updating camera firmware, however this was not a shock as none of the older Tamron's seem to be listed at all in any published compatibility charts for the Z mount bodies). My newer Tamron lenses (G2 versions etc onwards) seem to have no issues at all though, with the exception of my 150-600mm G2 which did not work full stop, but that was quickly cured by using the Tamron Tap-In console to update the lenses firmware and it works perfectly now.
That seems to be the way it is with Tamron. G2 and newer are fine.
This is EXACTLY my problem. I have the exact ame lens/camera combo (my backup is my old D700) but the consistency is meh, pretty much the same, I guess. i did a shoot in London last night and so many images did this. I felt like an amateur and I did lose some confidence - like "What am I doing wrong?" and just went back to th D700 as I know it and we're a good team. I only got my Z5 a day ago, too! Kinda scary when you got clients who want good quality. Early days, yet, bro!
I had heard that Nikon had worked out the problems with the Z5. I do notice every now and then my z62 will also hunt and I miss focus. I think the autofocus on a mirrorless camera is just a little bit different than what we were used to in a DSLR. There might be a little bit of a learning curve as you learn the camera. I know Eric doesn't have any focus issues with his Canon R5. It's pretty rock solid when it comes to autofocus. I notice my Nikon z62 is not as good.
@@BillEricPhotography Thanks for that, man. Like we say, it's early days. I'm doing another shoot next Saturday for a similar house music event and tempted to take the D700 and just use the Z5 for video. That way, I'm 100% sure I'll smash it!🤩
@neilfoulks5521 I would try to shoot around with the Z5 this week and use it. It's probably not a better ISO performance than the d700. So even if you have to kick up the ISO a little bit the images will be cleaner.
@@BillEricPhotography ISO was set to Auto when I bought it, and I always shoot manual with as low ISO as possible to help reduce noise. Never really been a problem and I rarely use the AI noise reduction to DNG in Lightroom or even the slider in the "old days" lol. I would never dream of going to 10,000 ISO. Do you know if there's a quicker way of using the LR noise reuction by AI than waiting for each picture to edit itself? (Sorry if it's off subject, but that's what's stopping me getting the edit done right now). As for using it during the week, be hard to get into a situation where there's loads of people who'd be throwing themselves in front of the camera for kicks til the weekend! hahaha🤣🤣😂😂
For everyone's information, I was alarmed by this video in the first instance but later found out that, yes, Tamron have issues with the Z5, but i found out that all my 3 Sigma EX series have no issues at all. Focuses fast and delivers good images.
That’s good!
I sold my Tamron 70-300mm VC for this AF issue, VC worked great , but AF was constantly missing the point. Sold it , bought Tamron 70-210 F4 VC instead , and that works as intended , no AF issue, the shots come out razor sharp. Take in account. Not just Z5 or other Z series cameras face these issue, but other brands too. Check compatibility charts in 3rd party manufacturers sites.
good advice thanks for the info
Similar issue with me - my Tamron 24-70 f/2.8 was practically useless on AF-C mode on the Z5. ordered the Nikon 24-70 f/4 as a replacement
Definitely firmware issue / incompatibility.
Here's my experience with a nikon D850 - i had it since launch in late 2017. After i got the camera i tested a native Nikon 50mm 1.8g on it, and the same exact phenomenon occurred in live view mode - locks focus for a second then shifts out of focus immediately, but no issues in optical viewfinder. The lens was updated by nikon service center and it had worked since then.
The issue is these older non-G2 Tamron lenses (i call them gold ring Tamrons) are no longer supported by Tamron. I'm fortunate that my Tamron and Sigma lenses are newer models which works perfectly with my Nikon Z6.
That's what they told me. Looks like I'll be getting some new lenses!
I had the same issue when I bought a Nikon Z50. I could no longer auto focus with both my Sigma and Tamron lenses. However, all I needed to do was to buy the Sigma USB Dock UD-01 and the Tamron TAP-in Console and update both lenses with new firmware. All of the issues were gone. I no longer have the Z50 but I am thinking that I might buy the Z5 and I believe that the issues you and I experienced will not be there with the new Z5. Save yourself money and update your lenses.
This video is a little bit older. I have since moved on to the Nikon z62 and some native z lenses. I still have a few FML lenses and they work fine with the adapter. My tamrons were G1 versions and they were not compatible even with updates.
Hey! I think the G2 series Tamrons will work after they are updated. From my understanding, the older series that you have cannot be updated so it’s unlikely you will ever be able to get them to work. I owned a copy of the G2 70-200 on my d750 and it was a phenomenal lens
That seems to be the way it is. I've since traded in both of those lenses and I have a new Sigma 70 to 200. Works perfectly on the camera and it didn't need any updates.
@@BillEricPhotography Good to hear! I swapped from the D750 over to the Fujifilm XT3. Ive been debating swapping back over to the Z5. Im just worried about the Z5's -3 EV Autofocus rating. The XT3 is rated to -6 or 7 with the latest firmware. I guess its rental time and just test away at a wedding.
I have to say the autofocus isn't the best in low light on the Z5
Hi I have just bought the Nikon Z5 I've got the same issue as you with my Tamron LD XR Di2 AF 18-200mm, I have other lenses and they work just fine one of the other lenses is a Tamron SP 70-300mmF4-5.6 and this lens works fine.
There doesn’t seem to be much consistency. Thanks!
I was planning on buying a Z5 but now I'm not so sure, so thanks for the heads-up. I use back button focussing instead of the double press of the shutter button, I use the focus lock button to focus then a single press of the shutter button. The reason for that is that on the D5600 it was annoying sometimes when the camera didn't agree with what I wanted to focus on. Maybe that would be worth a try?
I use back button focusing as well. I don't think it mattered with this camera. I just think the auto focus was off. This is a little bit of an older video so the newer versions I'm sure are fine by now. Other than that issue I really liked the camera.
That would be s challenge. As indicated prior only G2 lenses for you focal lengths. I did by the Tamron 100-400 selling off the Nikon 70-200 with 1.7 teleconverter for the weight and extended length. The lens works great.
I also have the Nikon 24-70g which produces excellent photos on the adapter.
I have 1 native lens. 20mm S that is all that they say. Sharp corner to corner producing excellent images.
Good video
Thanks. So far the 24-70 is great. I'm looking forward to getting more of the lenses!
And this is exactly why I am happy I bought the D780. I have 3 Tamron lenses 24-70 f2.8, 70-200mm f.2.8 and 150-600mm f.5/6.3 all first gen lens, I walked into a local store and he was honest and said this happens with 3rd party. I think the reason the Z series are cheaper than the d780 is due to the glass being insane for the money. I wish you the best but this give me reassurance that I made the right call getting the D780 over Z5, Z6, Z7 or even the new Z6ii or the Z7ii.
I've been doing a little research and the g2 versions of those lenses all work perfectly. It seems most of the Sigma art lenses all work with this camera too so I think it's just a matter of the lenses being older. I definitely like the camera and don't regret getting it. I did think about returning it and getting the d780 but but mirrorless seems to be the future and the one lens for the z-mount that I have is very nice.
Unlike manual lenses, any electronic dependent lenses can have backward compatibility issue, that may even include Nikkor. Hence, since I bought my D3 back in 2008, I have decided to buy Nikkor lenses, such as the lens trinity to avoid such headache in the future.
After four decades and two rounds of buying new Nikkor lenses (AI & AF-S), I'm not sure I'll consider another round with the S lenses. Beside the NOCT of course, if my ship comes in. 🙂
Same happened to me with my Z6 when I use it with tamaron 70-200mm. Nikon old lenses work just fine. Tamaron ones are the issue
The g2 versions work with an update.
I bought the same Meike grip for my Z5. Amazing how that extra bit of grip helps. Did you remove the battery door from the camera and install it on the grip? I did, it fit perfect. Just a heads up, when you do that you lose the weather seal around the battery compartment. To fix that I cut thin lengths of peel&stick weather stripping and put it around the opening for the battery door on the top side of the grip. It seals against the camera base and bam weather sealed once again!
Good to know, thanks!
Really like your video on the Z5. I have Z5 also and several old Nikon lenses. I was wondering how very wide Nikkor lenses perform with the Z5/FTZ adaptor, such as the Nikon AF-P 10-20mm f4.5-5.6G VR DX NIKKOR?
If it's a DX lens you will have to put the camera in DX mode when you shoot. And you won't be able to use the whole sensor. Z5 is really made for full frame lenses.
Subscribed today 👍🏻. Thank you for the great video. You hit some very interesting points. I too have the D750. I remember the hype for that camera when it came out. People were almost selling their first born to get one. Lol. Now it’s considered old which is also funny. I said it would be my last camera I’d ever need. But I now like the idea of a totally silent body. I bought into Sony a6000 and a6400. I love silent shooting but they can’t handle noise like the D750. It’s not even close. So I’m wanting the Z5 because I also don’t do video. If I could make my D750 a silent shooter I’d keep it forever. I also have Lightroom Version 5. (If I remember correctly) and it’s a paid for version so no monthly fee but also no more support for it. Purchasing a new body means having to purchase editing software now too. I don’t shoot as much as I used too so I was hoping to eliminate learning a new editing system and also paying for it. I know it’s not much it’s the point I don’t use it enough to justify continually paying. What editing software do you like for this? Thanks again for a great video. 👍🏻
Happy to help! I think the Z5 would serve you well and I only use Adobe Lightroom through the subscription so I really don't have any other recommendations for you as far as editing software goes. Maybe the camera comes with a bundled software that would work good enough for what you're doing.
@@BillEricPhotography I'll have to look in to that, thank you. My current version is Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5.7.1 64-bit. yes, it's a bit old but simple and still does exactly what I need. I already need a raw converter for my a6400 which is annoying. Glad you like this camera. I definitely have my eye on it. Thanks again!
I hate to say it, but older third party lenses are not fully compatible on the Z bodies. The issue lies in the lens not being supported for the ftz adapter. The newer tamron g2 and sigma art lenses that can be updated work just fine once you update.
Sadly I just found this out. I guess I'll be updating my lenses now!
You have to let me know your impressions of the 24-70mm f/4S. It’s really a great lens! It’s extremely sharp from edge to edge, and it’s so light and compact.
Take a look at that photo I just posted of the moon setting over the Bridge. This was taken with the new 70-200mm f/2.8S native lens. The detail in the bridge is unbelievable! You can literally see the rivets on the bridge! I know it’s expensive, but if I were you, I would bite the bullet and buy this lens instead of spending your money on a used F-mount 70-200. When I first bought the Z7, I adapted my Nikon 70-200, and it worked great! No problem at all with the autofocus; it locked on every time. But what I did notice, and it really bothered me (because of my OCD😉), is that the autofocus is a bit noisy. These Z-Mount lenses, with their dual autofocus motors are so quiet, you don’t even know they’re focusing.
I totally get what you're saying about getting that lens but for right now it may not be in the budget. I just want a lens that's going to work well I'm not that concerned about hearing a focus motor. I was completely happy with my old Tamron so I imagine the Nikon version of something the same age is going to be as good or better. So far I like the 24 to 70. It was delivered yesterday. Very fast focusing just about silent and it balances on the camera very nicely. I like how much smaller it is also.
Tamron does not list the 70-200mm g1 as compatible with the Z via de adapter. I also have a couple of Tamron lenses. 85mm VC and the. 45mm VC I hope they work with the Z series. Right now I am not moving to mirrorless, but I could by 2022. Thans for sharing. Thanks for sharing, super useful. I belive that the 70-200mm G2 does work with the adapter.
The g2 does with an update. All of sigmas work.
Quite the dilemma. I'm in a similar situation finding the Z5 to be priced right, but the third party lenses that I've used and loved all these years must match or Its going to be a difficult decision. I guess I'll have to bring everything along to the store and actually try them all with the Z5
That would be your best bet I will tell you that sigma's lenses seem to work without an issue. Tamron's generation one lenses don't but the g2 versions work with an update.
Disney Image Makers I have a friend that’s just starting and on a tight budget so he’s keen on taking over my older lenses. I’ll probably get the Z’s 24-200mm to cover most of the focal length that I use. For general video grabs I have a DJI Pocket
Thanks for the heads up. I was going to purchase a Tamron lens for my Z5. I don't want the hassles either. Ill have a look at Sigma or possible a used D or G type Nikon lens.
The Sigma lenses have been great
d lens will not autofocus by design, gotta be a g lens
Same problem with Tamron SP line, a 90mm 2.8 macro and a 45mm 1.8 ...I looked on TH-cam and people said if you updated the firmware on them, it will work on Z6..but didn't help, so now I got 2 Tamron lenses that hunt like crazy, and don't know what to do now. By the way, I got a sigma art lens, and that works perfectly.
I think the G2 versions of Tamron lenses are supposed to work but if you did the update and they still don't I'm not sure what to tell you. I ended up selling my tamrons and replace them with Nikon and sigma lenses.
For the moment I'll use them on my other camera...but in the end I will probably sell them and go with Sigma..
I see ths is an old post but I’ll reply anyway. Just got the Z5 two days ago and I love the camera. Going through my lenses to see which ones will autofocus. I own four Sigma lenses and they do fine with the autofocus. My problem is the other Nikon lenses I have don’t autofocus. I’m still assuming I’m doing something wrong but haven’t figured it out yet.
The problem I was having had to do I think with a firmware update that needed to happen. From what I understand the Z5 is fine now. As far as the lenses you might have some older f mount lenses that have the screw type autofocus. Those won't work with the newer cameras
The best and worst thing about mirrorless cameras is the ability to adapt lenses. I’m still migrating from Nikon to Sony and love adapting lenses from different manufacturers or lens mounts but it also gets frustrating when they don’t work as you’d want. Vintage manual focus lenses are a blast to use. Some autofocus lenses work amazing and others leave a lot to be desired. The main reason I began the switch to Sony instead of the Nikon Z system was the third party lenses such as the tamron 17-28, 28-75, and 70-180 F2.8 lenses. They’re much cheaper than the Sony glass and I love them all. Hopefully they eventually get those lenses out in a Z Mount (and Sigma’s versions as well). While that wouldn’t solve you’re issues it would give you a more cost effective option.
It is nice to have the less expensive lenses but I've learned over the years that once you buy one of these expensive lenses you tend to hang on to it for quite a while. so with that in mind if I have to spend a little more and buy the Nikon version I know that I will have them for years to come.
@@BillEricPhotography certainly true! The tamrons are secondary lenses for me to fill in gaps around my prime lenses and to compliment my 200-600 which is my favorite lens I own so that I can go out with a couple of lenses that aren’t huge when I have the big one out with me. The 17-28 is an amazing astro lens too!
Tengo el mismo problema mi z5 con el tamron 70-200 g2 en condiciones de baja iluminación no enfoca rapidamente...es muy lento y en las bodas es clave la velocidad de enfoque...lo que siempre hago es montar el 70-200 en mi d750 y mi 24-70 tamron g2 en la z5 y poder trabajar asi con 2 cuerpos de camara. Espero que tamron pueda hacer una actualizscion que permita corregir estos problemas.
Im a long time nikon user. Just bought a Z5 an having many issues with ghost spoting in sky shots.
my very expensive 18 to 200 mm lens edif lens cerca 2014. Fixed lens on the converter seems to work but with no auto features. My 105 medical lens is so sharpI did comparison shooting with new
85mm made for the Z mount system. Nice colors, but you are right my other lens even though 2.8
tamrom 35-70 mm , which I used for weddings is useless on this body. Even though it is sharp on
DS pro II body, but shooting only APC and 13 mega pixels. So I stepped up to mirror less. As it does come with a 25-50 mm which is okay for travel shots, no issues with it. Hope this helps your site.
Thanks for Z5 update, for I almost 2.8 tamron 200-500mm. That would of been a real mistake.
Is there going to be a 180 mm 2.8 for this Z mount? Yes I use it for close ups an soften the back ground. Any ideas how to fix lens flare spots?
I'm not really sure about the spots. I have to say I really enjoy using this camera except I'm having focus issues in low light. I'm seriously considering returning it and purchasing a z6 Mark II. I don't want to have to worry about focus.
Before you do anything else, I would definitely check with Tamron to see if there are any firmware updates for your lenses. It may involve sending it in to them, but might take care of your issue. Just a thought.
Apparently there are some updates but only for the g2 versions and I have the g1 versions of course. I actually received the 24 to 70 Nikon yesterday and I am loving it. It's quiet smaller and super fast focusing. The images I've gotten from it so far are also very sharp.
@@BillEricPhotography that's a bummer about your Tamron's though. Especially if you really need the f/2.8.
Does the Nikon f/4 give you shallow enough DOF for your usage? I've heard it's a pretty stellar lens. Good luck with it!
Thanks I've only played around with it a little bit but it seems to be a very nice lens. I plan on buying the 35 mm 1.8 and I have a 135 f2 that I can use with manual focus if I need a shell depth of field.
You need to update the firmware with the Tamron. I had to update my Tamron lens when I was testing a Nikon z6. Get a tap-in and update your lens.
From everything that I've seen that only works with the g2 versions of the lens I have the older ones
@@BillEricPhotography I had a 15-30 f2.8 G1 and it worked. But my Tamron 70-200 G2 i had to update it with the tap-in. From what I have read you can send the G1's to Tamron and they will update it and send them back. That said, you have to pay for the postage. Still might be the cheapest option. I ended up selling all of my F-mount gear and going all-in on the z system. I was able via eBay to get enough to get several lenses and have a z7II on order. I find that trading in just doesn't get me enough back. Just my 2 cents.
I definitely agree when you trade in It's not the most economical way to go. I feel like my lenses really don't owe me too much though I've had my 70 to 200 for 6 years and it's pretty well worn as is my 24 to 70. So if I got a few hundred bucks for each I'd be happy. Thanks for the info on the Tamron I actually live about 20 minutes away from their offices here on Long Island. Maybe I'll give them a call and see what they recommend.
@@BillEricPhotography Any update on the lenses? Thanks!
I have some Tamron lenses and am planning to get a Z5. I stay in Lynbrook when I visit New York and if the Tamron office is near, that would be convenient.
I traded both in and bought a sigma 70-200 that is compatible with the z mount.
Bill, did you put the latest firmware on the lenses and camera? It should do fine. After seeing the rest of the video i got it. Enjoy your new camera
Thanks! I am going to be purchasing some new lenses. I will definitely review them.
You video is very clear about 3 Nikon Camera. But i wish to know upto which ISO there is no noise in Z5
I works day up to ISO 6000 is very usable.
You have the G1 version of the 70-200 lens. That lens is not compatible with the FTZ adapter. The G2 version with a firmware update is compatible.
I found this out the hard way!
New subscriber..enjoying your content? Are you from Brooklyn or Massapequa?(I grew up there!)
Thanks! We’re from Massapequa.
These reasons exactly why the z5 is good enough for me. I’m just upset I can’t use it out of the box today. I’m sure there has to be a fixable solution ? I rented a z5 and my lenses works fine
I guess it depends which lenses you have. This was also an early version of the Z5. I don't know if there have been updates to the firmware.
@@BillEricPhotography I literally just bought it yesterday. Nikon 50 and 85 mm, Nikon 70-200, Nikon 60mm macro. And Tamron 24-70
As long as it's the G2 version of the Tamron you should be fine
In the end you will probably be happier with native glass. I adapt lenses on a canon but also have 2 native lenses, adapting gets old quick. I find myself not changing glass sometimes because my adapter is not on the lens I want to use.
You are probably right just wish they weren't so expensive.
@@BillEricPhotography You are correct. Z (mirrorless glass in general) glass equivalent to the standard zooms 24-70 and 70-200 fast glass will be very expensive. I hope prices come down soon.
Ive just bought a Z5 works fine with Tamron 24-70 F2.8 but not with Sigma 105mm F2.8, Nikon 50mm F1.8 or Nikon 70-200mm f2.8. If its not a firmware update camera will be going.
Hi Bill, I'm planning to change from D810 to z5 with FTZ, in order to use back few of of my AF-S lenses (16-35mm, 24-70mm, 50mm, 85mm). I mostly shoot party and weddings. Would you be able to give some advice is z5 a good move? in term of comparing it with D810 which I used to it. Thanks.
I think you will be very happy with a Z5 coming from the D810
The same thing happens to me and my Sigma 10-20mm. I am a Real Estate photographer and I shoot weddings on the side. I have an Nikon 85mm that is verrryyy old and it works much better than my newer Sigma. Very disappointing when trying to shoot houses and my focus is jumping all over the place or resetting when you try to shoot.
Yeah it is very frustrating. It would be nice if these companies would share their info more rather than the 3rd parties trying to retrofit the lenses. I think everyone would benefit.
I do have a D500 and do not want to give it - I do wild life and the D500 is actually made for it, is truly a monster still today. But like you I do want to enter into the mirrorless and the Z5 was very attractive to me, because I really do not want the burst - based that I want to it for landscape and portrait... But like you I do have a lot of third party lenses, specially I do have a Tamron 10-20mm that I was planning to use with the Z5... but you have giving me something to think.... I also have some old manual focus 1.8,2,2.8 (back from the 70's) that I still use them with my D500 but the crop factor limit my shoot - Am I will be able to use them with the Z5 ad get advantage of the Full Frame??? Will appreciate you comment on this. Walt.
Hey Walt Just saw this. If you have the old screw type motors on your lenses they will not work with the Z5. I had to get rid of some of my old Nikon lenses because they weren't compatible. As far as the crop factor goes if the lens is made for an APS-C camera you're going to have to put the Z5 into DX mode otherwise you will have a black spot around your image. You can always crop into it but either way you're losing some of the pixels on the sensor. The d500 is a great camera and if it's working for you maybe you don't need to upgrade at this point. You could also look into the z50 which would be a more similar camera to your d500. Again the older lenses will not work with it if they are screw focus.
Hi, few years ago I had Canon 60d and Tamron lenses 17-50, 2,8 and 70-200 2,8, on that camera they performed very good but when I switched on M50 with canon adapter there was a lot of focus hunting even in good light. Canon ef lenses performing well on my M 50. Maybe you can try some newer versions of Tamron lenses and see how it works on Z5.
I think I'm just going to stick with the Nikon lenses. This way I know I'm good! Thanks for watching!
I use my Z5 with FTZ and Nikon F mount lenses and the AF is great!
Sigmas work perfectly also. Some tamrons
Why didn't use just switch to manual focus on the Z5 and use the amazing focus peaking option?????
We can, but we shouldn’t have to
The z5 just dropped in price 1196 sooo tempting. However the z lenses are more expensive then the legacy glass. Almost 2x or 3x more.
If you have older Nikon lenses they will work perfectly with this camera. The only thing is the AF-D lenses won't work. But if you have some newer f mount lenses they will work fine as you build the new collection.
I pulled trigger on one at that price. Plan on using it with my 1.8 G primes until there are more affordable 3rd party Z mount lenses available. There is an affordable pancake Z mount 28mm coming in 2021 which will make a great walk around/travel kit.
That sounds like a really nice focal length for this camera. I think I'm going to like the 35mm 1.8
Where did you get that shirt? Love it
Thanks for this. I love the Z cameras but updating my glass is scary expensive.
I agree and that's something that I didn't want to do. It seems the g2 versions work with some updates but the older g110 on lenses only work in manual focus. If I need to replace them I think I'm just going to go with Nikon and this way I won't have to worry about it in the future.
@@BillEricPhotography the g2 lenses definitely have firmware upgrades through the dock. I have the ori6 15 to 30 and according to Tamron I can send it in for a firmware adjustment on their end. I've read most Tamron lenses have that same issue. I've had zero issues with Sigma lenses. Nothing but problems with Tamron on the Nikon z6. That's not Nikon's problem that's Tamron's problem.
Just picked up the Sigma 70-200 today. Works perfectly!
Hi Boss, that very important info for new buyers.
Have question, how Z5 works with Nikon DX lenses?
Is there any options in menu to use crop DX mode? And how this will be, full frame is 24mpx, after crop to DX how size we will get?
Thank You.
Hey just saw this, yes there is a crop mode on the camera. So you can shoot with DX lenses. It's actually on the touch menu in the back if you set it up that way. You're losing about a third of the sensor so I'm guessing you would probably go down to about 16 megapixels. Something like that.
still have any problem wiwth adapter ftz or now in 2022 all solved, answer plz i m thinking to buy z5
I actually can't answer you honestly because I traded in the camera and bought a z62. I have had no issues with the z62. I am using the same adapter that I had with the Z5. I think it was my camera.
My Tamron 24-70 f/2.8 G2 does not work with my Z7II at all. I get an “Err” on the display. No focus at all. It didn’t really bother me since I have the Z 24-70 f/2.8 S which works brilliantly.
Yeah definitely better off with the Z lens there, but frustrating that the Tamron does not work!
I have Nikon z5 as well no issues noted with Sigma 24-70 :)
Good to know, thanks!
I have tested z6ii with 70 200 tamron and have the same issue..Here autofocus got reset..For me it is coming occasionally not always
Even for sigma it is not there..For tamron it ia
If you have the g2 tamron it can be updated. The g1 version cannot.
Después de dos años de uso con lentes de Nikon puedo decir que la Z5 es una cámara fantástica. Ningún problema. Para fotografía es la mejor opción mirrorless por precio-prestaciones.
Si uso la Nikon z5 con adaptador y un sigma 18-35mm no afecta en nada? He tenido esa duda que algunos dicen que por ser full frame se ve diferente con los lentes para Aps C creo que se dice😅
I’m exactly the same boat, it’s a tough decision to upgrade! As much as I’d love Nikon Z lenses, they’re just too expensive to upgrade to. I need a stepping stone - I hoped it would be adapting Tamron lenses.. have you tried the Tamron g2 versions?
The Tamron G2 versions will work but you have to update the lenses first. Sigma's lenses will work right out of the box.
@@BillEricPhotography thanks for clarifying. Have you made/seen a video for this?
@@BillEricPhotography my g2 70-200mm f/2.8 worked right out of the box with my z5 and just got it in jun 2021
That's great to know maybe now that the cameras been out for a little while Tamron has updated them straight from the factory.
Press the Ok button then press your shutter button it won’t loose focus or hunt
I tried every combination. It's those lenses.
I liked your video. I am a d750 user. I am very happy with it I think eye detect AF and IBIS will increase my speed of capturing moments and and have more keepers. My main lens is Nikon 24-70 2.8g. I purchased a z5 yesterday. I thought that on Z5 it will work at least as good as it worked on D750. In good light it is true. But in low light most of my pictures are blurry. I am not sure if I am doing anything wrong. I use eye detect in AFS and AFC mode. Very frustrating. It finds eye well but the review of picture show that eye was not sharp. Any suggestion from you will be much appreciated. Thanks.
You might want to try fine-tuning the autofocus a little bit. I haven't really tried mine out enough shooting people to see if I'm having that issue also. I'll have to make a point and see if I'm getting the same result.
@@BillEricPhotography Thanks. Buying a native F4 will be like downgrade to me. I think I will send the z5 back if I cannot resolve the low light AF issue.
@@BillEricPhotography Bill, FYI~ Nikon 24-70 f4 lens refurbished on NikonUSA.com is 20% off today. I got it for $440 before tax. In case you were considering to buy one.
Thanks, I already have mine and so far I like the size and sharpness of it. I do wish it was a 2.8 but I think it will suit my needs right now.
At least some new Tamron lenses have firmware updates to work with Nikon Z mount. www.tamron.jp/en/support/release_note.html (Example 70-200 G2, and you need their tap-in console and supported lenses. I don't think older 70-200 is supported :( )
You are right They are not compatible. The g2 versions are. I spoke with Tamron and they said if I send them in they take care of it and send it back to you free of charge. So if I do decide to go that route that's what I'll probably do let them take care of it.
Great video! I was holding my breath for a minute 🤦♀️. I’ve decided to upgrade my d750 to a Z6 II with the 24-70 f4 S. I would go with the Z5, but it’s only a couple hundred $$ from the Z6 II. I only have one third party lens(Tamron 70-200).
I'm sure you'll be super happy with the camera. And I've used the 24 to 70 now for a couple of hours and it's a great little lens. You definitely lose a little depth of field but the stabilization with the camera is fantastic.
@@BillEricPhotography thank you!
Some Tamron Lenses are not compatible with the Nikon "Z" Series; I have the Same problem with my Tamron 24-70 mm; Only the "G2" version are compatible with the "Z" Series, I found out on the Tamron Website that there will be NOT firmware updates for some of the Tamron Lens; So I have to buy a native "Z" 24-70mm OR the new Tamron "G2" Version.
I spoke with Tamron today and that's exactly what they told me. I have to say the Nikon 24 to 70 F4 is really nice lens so far..
It's difficult to trust tamron
Comparing only the pictures from D750 and Z5 (not care the use experience etc). How would you call between the two??? Is the Z5 pic quality higher than the D750?
No they use the same sensor. It's more in the function of the camera where the differences are.
In that case, can i assume the pics from z5 are obviously inferior to the z6&z7 those they have bsi sensors???
Are Z6 Z7 pics more lively, better color in general??
To be 100% honest with you I don't notice a difference between my d750 and my z62. At this level of camera I think it's more the photographer than the actual equipment that makes a good image. If I put the same picture from both cameras in front of you you would not be able to tell the difference. I will say the z62 is a little bit better in low light. And the zmount lenses are better lenses in my opinion.
This thread helped me a ton, big thanks.
Happy to help!
The lenses are not compatible. You need the G2. I have the Z6 II and that same 24-70mm 2.8. I knew it was a compatible issue before I bought the Z6 II. It on Tamron site. You can manual focus those lenses. I prepared for the new lenses tho. I still have my Tamron 24-70mm 2.8 for my nikon DSLR. I have the nikon 24-70mm f4 S and its the best kit lense I ever used. Really sharp. If I had switched i still would have spent more money. I like detail photoshoots and the color science on the nikons are great. Plus the raw files nice to edit. Nice video tho!
Thanks, I now own the 24 to 70 F4 and yesterday I picked up the Sigma art 70 to 200 2.8. That one is a beast of a lens and it works perfectly on the Z5.
@@BillEricPhotography I may have to rent it to see if i want to purchase. Thanks for letting me know how it performs. I'm in the search for a 70-200mm 2.8 and a 105mm
It is a heavy fast focusing sharp lens.
See if Tamara and allow you to use the tap in console to update your 70 to 200 it will update New Orleans has and they're a lot cheaper than icons see if it will work on the 7200 we have to tack tap-in console for like $90 and see if it but make sure it will work on your lenses
Thanks I'll look into that.
So full frame is the next step.. After or during my m50
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Me bro hahahah same!
I had the same problem with my nikok 80-200, 4.5-6
Does everything work ok with manual focus ?
Since I made this video everything has been fixed with firmware updates. So I wouldn't have any reservations getting the camera now.
Oh my god, this is the exactly problem with my z5. I bought a old tamron 28-75,the build-in-motor version, it works fine on my friends D610, but alway hunt on the Z5 and it is impossible to focus. My friend's nikon 24-120 f4 works fine on the z5. I am really frustrated about this and want to return it. Do you know any further update about this problem? if there is no solution for this, I definitely with return it. I really hope I could see your video before. Thanks
Unfortunately the older tamron lenses don't work with this camera.
Fantastic camera that z5
Seems to be so far!
Bill, where’d you get the Nikon tshirt? Thanks!
I actually bought it all the street vendor in New York City. He printed them in his apartment!
To be fair I have Canon mirrorless and everything worked perfectly without issue or firmware update.
Tamron lenses had issues on z mount with auto focus. G2 lenses have had firmware updated but the older Tamron lenses will not auto focus on z bodies
I found this out the hard way.
Oh crap. I just got the z5 today. And I have a Tamron 24-70.
Additional it doesn’t appear my Nikon ones work either. Argh says “ lenses not compatible “. I’m calling my camera store tomorrow
Yeah definitely see what they say, maybe you have a defective one there.
Damm bill...thank god you had the good old 750 available! ....sorry for your loss....taking about your lenses of course..lol
I wasn't going to bring it but at the last minute I grabbed it. This definitely wasn't my plan but at least I get to buy some new gear!
Have you updated both the Z5 and the FTZ firmware? The FTZ has its own firmware and it needs to be updated.
The Z5 was fully updated when we tried this
I got that but the FTZ itself has its own firmware separate from the lens and camera.
It was the lenses. Tamron g1 versions don't work with Nikon mirrorless.
You should buy a cheap HDMI capture card. It can hook up your camera to your computer and record the feed.
Thanks!
instead of camera, maybe to get some flashes/ lights. D750 is totally fine camera
I don't shoot much with flash. Mostly a landscape photographer I do have a flashpoint speed light for when I do need it.
Informative video.
Thanks Robert!
Better use Nikkor lenses no issues
Did you ask about Tamron G2 with Tap un console updated firmware?
Update your Tamron lenses there is an ishue the Software of the lenses or try Sigma lenses
There is no update for the versions I have unfortunately.
If all Nikon lenses are ok but third party are not focusing the problem is not with F5.
Sir which 75-200mm Lens best for Nikon Z5
I have the sigma sport 70-200 and love it
It's the Tamron lenses.
Definitely was.
I got F issue on my z5. cant detect F while shooting. Damn 😩. Anyone can help ?
Try updating the lenses.
I actually called Tamron and spoke with them. The g1 versions of the lenses which is what I have can't be updated to work with these mirrorless cameras. The g2 versions can be and when they are they work well.
just sell your old tamron and buy the new g2 and it was work perfect the proplem is from your lens or use a nikon lens
I ended up getting a Nikon zmount lens. It has worked out perfectly. I do prefer using a native mount lens so if I was going to buy a new one I figured I might as well just get the Z-Mount lens.
F mount lenses are not up to the mark with z series camera except for sigma art lenses
Thats why i sold my z50 this adapter is really a disappointment. The canon Ef- Rf adapter is awesome though.
Adapter works fine. It's just that Tamron VC (1) lenses do not work with it, except 15-30mm VC (1). G2 lenses work but need to be updated over Tamron tap in console
These are definitely older lenses that I have and I'm not really sure It's Nikon's fault. It seems the Nikon lenses work perfectly with.
I guess that's just unfortunate for me. I was planning on not having to change out those two lenses but I guess it's inevitable at this point.
@@BillEricPhotography G2 70-200 is much better lens than first version. I have upgraded from the same lens you have to G2 version. Much better lens, also 24-70 g2 is much better lens than first version.
@@BillEricPhotography It's not Nikon's fault, it's Tamron. Maybe contact them, but I don't think they'll support older lenses.
That’s all very frustrating and annoying, unnecessary expense too. Bet Nikon didn’t write the compatibility issue on the side of the box?
Really not heir fault. These are older lenses. The g2 versions of these lenses work and so does sigma's art lenses. I just need to update a little bit.
A wise man once asked me....what the hell are you doing on AUTO? LOL. Pros should not be using AUTO.
update the lens firmware
Unfortunately it doesn't help with the g1 versions of the these lenses. I called tamron.
you kept saying Z50 but your headline is for Z 5
It’s the Z5
Tamaron confirmed that they will be making Z lenses in 2021, just rent for now until those are out. 😉
That's great to hear! The Z line needs some third party lenses!
I think this will be fixed in the next firmware update.
We'll see I guess.
AF is fairly useless on the Z5.
It definitely was on mine! I've heard that the newer versions are better
I have read a lot about z5 having struggles in low light especially in afc modes .. outside of that great camera from what people are saying..
With the Nikon lenses I haven't seen that yet. My new 24-70 focuses very well so far.
No struggles in low light since I had it at launch. Hardly different than the z6 in despite the non bsi sensor.
If it's as good as the d750 I'll be happy!