Today, Nikon introduced a new lens that wildlife enthusiasts will be excited about.
I am not a wildlife photographer. But I really enjoy doing it. Like I couldn’t sing to save my life. But that doesn’t stop me from testing the limits of my dog’s love for me by scribbling the opening lines of “I Will Always Love You” every time I step into the bathroom.
Despite the fact that I’m not a professional bird photographer, I find the art of bird photography to be one of life’s simple pleasures. There’s something about sitting out in nature, observing the mysterious lives of these little winged travelers that gives me a sense of calm. So, in addition to my actual work as a professional promotional photographer, my camera also tends to spend a decent amount of time circling around different reserves looking for a few. photogenic furry friend.
However, part of the process that wasn’t so relaxing was that I had to carry around a giant wildlife lens to get close to the action. Don’t get me wrong, those heavyweight lenses tend to be worth every pound for performance and quality. However, since bird photography is as serene to me as photography, I appreciate it when a company comes up with a way to give me what I need while giving my arm a break. rest.
Is the new Nikon? NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR WILL is a great fit for my needs? I’m not sure yet, as I don’t have it in hand yet. So this is not a complete review. But the specifications are very attractive. It weighs in at around 5.25 lbs – light for the focal range. This is an f/6.3 aperture, but it offers an optical VR function that allows for the equivalent of capturing images with a shutter speed five stops faster. It works with the Z teleconverter, allowing it to reach distances of 1,120mm (TC-1.4x) and 1,600 (TC-2.0X) respectively. Like the other Z glasses, it has customizable function buttons that let you set it up the way you want for quick response.
That’s a lot of lenses and costs $6,499.95. For the wildlife shooters out there, could this be the right lens for you?
