Nikon marketing should start collaborating with this man. The best gear reviews on TH-cam. I enjoy the longer videos where all my questions are answered.
@@WILDALASKA I like a lot your reviews. Adding measures in metric system (like for the weight of the lens) would be nice for your international audience.
It’s so good that mirrorless bodies enable us to have smaller more compact lenses that weigh far less and raise the enjoyment factor. It can’t be underestimated and worth a try!
I really appreciate your detailed appraisal of this Nikon Z 28-400 f/4-8 VR. I've watched a few other "introduction" type views, but nothing with your well-reasoned viewpoint.
I love those lupine flower photos those were absolutely beautiful , also the photos of the Starfish Scott you got some beautiful photos here . I wish Canon would have a comparable lens to this one .
Excellent review and really nice images, Scott! This lens is one I might have considered but already own the Nikon 100-400 F4-5.6 and 24-120 F4. They are both great IMO and I'm not about to replace them any time soon.
I have this lens and Love it! I have traveled to Iceland and got incredible pics. It is very light and easy to carry all day with no trouble. I spent a $100 on a Cotton Carrier harness and it is amazing! Great review! I have already gotten the 1,300 out of mine.
I really like this lens and the results are far better than one would expect. My only “nervous” point is the air blowing in/out as you push/pull the zoom. I know it’s sealed but over time it makes me wonder. Otherwise, love it and the AF speed and image quality are great for this level of lens.
Personally I'd go with the Tamron 18-400mm over this lens the f/s is much lower (4.5-6.3) which makes a difference with shutter speeds/ISO and the focal lens (being its a DX lens) gives you more reach. That lens has become my go to lens with the Z9 to photograph in zoos. Thanks for the great video and review.
I have an equivelent lens for a Canon APS-C camera. Sigma 18-250 (FF 29-400mm). Got it about 10 years ago and used it as my daily lens for a few years till I went to the Canon M series. Found it out today, put it on the R7 via the RF-EF adaptor and the results, on static subjects was fine, anything moving however is a different story. Maybe Canon could let Sigma do one for the RF-S mount.
Great, accurate review thanks. I have the same view, a very versatile lens but too much to buy just for travel... When it's 850, we'll all get one for the bag.
Hey Scott, Love the video Especially the lupine and tree swallows. WOW! Are you going to stick with Nikon or are you still interested with the new Canon release coming up with R1 and R5? I shoot with the R5 but I sure have lens envy with the new Nikon stuff. I have to admit I’m thinking of jumping ship. What’s your thought on the R8? I just think that Nikon has done a great job with lenses just not sure about the bodies. Thanks for your time and all the great videos.
R8 is a great camera especially for the price. IM still planning on shooting both Canon and Nikon. Well see what Canon does with camera releases this week nd what pro wildlife lenses they have in the works. That is where they are lacking imho.
Interesting video. You got some beautiful shots. Did you check by any chance if it has much focal length breathing on close subjects? (Meaning 400 mm isn’t really the same reach as on a 400 mm prime.)
I'm tempted to get this lens to use with the Z7. With crop mode or just cropping it's just about enough for the wildlife i come across. It's just a little bit on the pricey side though. If i could pick it up a bit cheaper used id be more tempted but as yet I've not seen one on MPB.
Hi Scott Another great video How did you find this lens on the 45 mb sensor of the Z9. Is the quality comparable with the 180-600? Not sure which one to buy - am leaning towards the lighter lens for my wildlife walkabouts with the Z8
So for general wildlife and the likes the 180-600 for focal reach and f stop, but if you hike a lot or travel a lot then the 28-400 is enticing. But if you are shooting amok of birds you will miss that 400+-600 range for sure. My advice is rent both and see how they work for what you are doing IQ is very good not he 28-400 on the z9.
Maybe Nikon’s price issue with this lens is the 24-200 already occupies that ~$1000 price point, so they bumped this price up to differentiate the 2.. does seem steep for a travel lens though.
Interesting but the vin. at 28mm was that the lens hood or barrel distortion? You said it was barrel distortion but did you take the lens hood off and try it? Reason I am curious I am thinking getting it.
It barrel distortion. You can see bend in the corners also. I should have taken a picture of something with straight lines in the corners to show it better. Weekly video output schedules make it hard to get everything in 😄
Maybe I'll in future I will add this lens just for the situation I want to be agile and want to explore I have quite a lot of forest where I live. I am not finding 180 600 very difficult to handle yes in future monopod will help
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Nikon marketing should start collaborating with this man. The best gear reviews on TH-cam. I enjoy the longer videos where all my questions are answered.
Thanks for the kind words
@@WILDALASKA I like a lot your reviews. Adding measures in metric system (like for the weight of the lens) would be nice for your international audience.
It’s so good that mirrorless bodies enable us to have smaller more compact lenses that weigh far less and raise the enjoyment factor. It can’t be underestimated and worth a try!
Very much so.
I really appreciate your detailed appraisal of this Nikon Z 28-400 f/4-8 VR. I've watched a few other "introduction" type views, but nothing with your well-reasoned viewpoint.
Glad it was helpful.
My goodness the things the latest cameras can do versus a D500/D7500.. those eagle shots look amazing!
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I love those lupine flower photos those were absolutely beautiful , also the photos of the Starfish Scott you got some beautiful photos here .
I wish Canon would have a comparable lens to this one .
Thanks
Excellent review and really nice images, Scott! This lens is one I might have considered but already own the Nikon 100-400 F4-5.6 and 24-120 F4. They are both great IMO and I'm not about to replace them any time soon.
Kind of where im at myself. Have a couple lenses that fit within that range, but one lens to over most of that range is still nice option.
I have this lens and Love it! I have traveled to Iceland and got incredible pics. It is very light and easy to carry all day with no trouble. I spent a $100 on a Cotton Carrier harness and it is amazing! Great review! I have already gotten the 1,300 out of mine.
Great to hear!
Beautiful images! I'm very impressed with both the Z6iii and the lens! Looking to maybe get this.
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I really like this lens and the results are far better than one would expect. My only “nervous” point is the air blowing in/out as you push/pull the zoom. I know it’s sealed but over time it makes me wonder. Otherwise, love it and the AF speed and image quality are great for this level of lens.
Ive never had an external zoom get dust, moisture in it, but other have. Sand of it does just send it off for cleaning through Nikon. 😃
F8 for 600mm lens is a must, indeed, thanks for the info and review!
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I Agree with your assessment.
I own this lens. I already have the 100-400 which I use less and less since I got the 28-400.
Thanks for sharing.
Thank for the info. Fun lens
bro! the eagle pic @11:44 sold me! im getting that lens!!
🦅!!!!!
Personally I'd go with the Tamron 18-400mm over this lens the f/s is much lower (4.5-6.3) which makes a difference with shutter speeds/ISO and the focal lens (being its a DX lens) gives you more reach. That lens has become my go to lens with the Z9 to photograph in zoos. Thanks for the great video and review.
Yes DX lens and F mount also. So ya nah 🤪 for me.
I have an equivelent lens for a Canon APS-C camera. Sigma 18-250 (FF 29-400mm). Got it about 10 years ago and used it as my daily lens for a few years till I went to the Canon M series. Found it out today, put it on the R7 via the RF-EF adaptor and the results, on static subjects was fine, anything moving however is a different story. Maybe Canon could let Sigma do one for the RF-S mount.
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Great, accurate review thanks. I have the same view, a very versatile lens but too much to buy just for travel... When it's 850, we'll all get one for the bag.
agree completely
“Birds in flight in crappy light”. You’re making me want to switch from Olympus to Nikon.
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Great review ❤
thx
Hey Scott,
Love the video Especially the lupine and tree swallows. WOW! Are you going to stick with Nikon or are you still interested with the new Canon release coming up with R1 and R5? I shoot with the R5 but I sure have lens envy with the new Nikon stuff. I have to admit I’m thinking of jumping ship. What’s your thought on the R8? I just think that Nikon has done a great job with lenses just not sure about the bodies. Thanks for your time and all the great videos.
R8 is a great camera especially for the price. IM still planning on shooting both Canon and Nikon. Well see what Canon does with camera releases this week nd what pro wildlife lenses they have in the works. That is where they are lacking imho.
Interesting video. You got some beautiful shots.
Did you check by any chance if it has much focal length breathing on close subjects? (Meaning 400 mm isn’t really the same reach as on a 400 mm prime.)
Almost no breathing. Min focus is VERY close especially @ 28mm (7" @ 28mm and 3.9' @ 400mm)
That on an aps-c camera body would be great for travel.
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The best you tuber but if I crop with the 6III is it better than the 6II thank you ☺️ greetings from 🇧🇪 Belgium
AF and sensor speed are much improved . IQ is good on both
I'm tempted to get this lens to use with the Z7.
With crop mode or just cropping it's just about enough for the wildlife i come across.
It's just a little bit on the pricey side though. If i could pick it up a bit cheaper used id be more tempted but as yet I've not seen one on MPB.
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Hi Scott Another great video How did you find this lens on the 45 mb sensor of the Z9. Is the quality comparable with the 180-600? Not sure which one to buy - am leaning towards the lighter lens for my wildlife walkabouts with the Z8
So for general wildlife and the likes the 180-600 for focal reach and f stop, but if you hike a lot or travel a lot then the 28-400 is enticing. But if you are shooting amok of birds you will miss that 400+-600 range for sure.
My advice is rent both and see how they work for what you are doing IQ is very good not he 28-400 on the z9.
@@WILDALASKA Hi Scott - Thanks for the advice - will rent both and make an informed decision - have a great day 😊😊
Looks like a great travel lens. If it ever drops below USD1k, it will sell well.
Fingers crossed!
I have the 24-200 and it's a great travel lens.
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I think is a perfect lens for video. Isn't it?
Very good lens for video.
Maybe Nikon’s price issue with this lens is the 24-200 already occupies that ~$1000 price point, so they bumped this price up to differentiate the 2.. does seem steep for a travel lens though.
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Wish Canon or a third party would do something similar to go on my R7
yup
Interesting but the vin. at 28mm was that the lens hood or barrel distortion? You said it was barrel distortion but did you take the lens hood off and try it? Reason I am curious I am thinking getting it.
It barrel distortion. You can see bend in the corners also. I should have taken a picture of something with straight lines in the corners to show it better. Weekly video output schedules make it hard to get everything in 😄
Just yesterday night I got 180 600 based on your review if I had seen this video I would get 28 400😅😅😅.
But still happy with 180 600.
think you will like the 180-600 more. Great lens
Maybe I'll in future I will add this lens just for the situation I want to be agile and want to explore I have quite a lot of forest where I live. I am not finding 180 600 very difficult to handle yes in future monopod will help
F8 already at 200mm is a no buy for me, I would have preferred a classic 28-300mm f3,5-6,,3
ok
What area mode did you use for photographing the swallows ? Was it 3D tracking in Z6iii ?
Im always in Auto Area and bird subject detect
@@WILDALASKA Thanks ! Z6iii doesn't have a dedicated 'Bird' subject detect, only Animals 🙂.
Hi Scott, How are yo doing? Did you do the firmware update on the R7 ? Just checking Gary
Havent updated.
f8 for wildlife doesn't sound so good unless static ones
I shoot F8 a fair bit. especially in flight shots