Nikon D7000 camera lenses?

Natalie

What is a really good ultra zoom lens for Nikon D7000 DSLR camera? Preferably under $400.00 (US dollars) lol! I'm needing one for going to a zoo, or somewhere when the focal object(s) would be very far away.

Thanks :)

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Any Nikkor AF, AF-I or AF-S lens.

An "ultra-zoom" like a 18-200 mm or 18-300 mm lens will cost you closer to a grand.

Here is a list of all the lenses your camera can use.

http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Products/Camera-Lenses/All-Lenses/index.page

There is a 55-200 mm lens that will fit into your budget

Alternative Lens for Nikon D7000?

4getfull

So I am in the market for a new lens and the prices on Nikon's website scare me. I remembered that you can use other maker's lenses with a Nikon. What companies make cheaper (price not quality) that fit a Nikon D7000.

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Have a look at Tamron and Sigma - both make Nikon mount lenses at significantly cheaper prices than Nikon/Nikkor do. Quality in my experience isn't a problem - I've Nikon D200 and D300 cameras and have both Tamron and Sigma lenses for them - the excellent Tamron 10 - 24mm wide angle lens was about half the cost of the equivalent Nikkor lens - and never had a moment's problem with them.

On Tamron's site, look for Di II lenses - built for your D7000. On Sigma's site have a look for DC lenses.

Both Tamron and Sigma lenses in other formats (Di III and DG for example) will work on your D7000 just fine but the focal length numbers for these formats need to be multiplied by 1.5. So, for example, a Sigma 70 - 300mm lens will be seen by your camera as a 105 - 450mm lens. Easier if you can to stick to the formats made for your camera :)

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Is the Nikon d7000 with the 18 105mm lens any good for shooting music videos?

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K. Addison

As far as the Nikon vs Cannon debate w/ DSLR cameras under $1000, I've found favor in the Nikon videos that I have seen so far. I plan to shoot some music videos. I'm going to buy Vegas Pro 12 for video editing. Can anybody vouch for the Nikon d7000 with an 18 105mm lens for music videos? And is learning proficiency in Vegas Pro 12 very hard?

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Well, sure, I guess.

But I have a question.

If your goal is to shoot video, why don't you use a video camera?

What you need to know before you spend a dime

http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/camcorders/cam-cam.shtml

http://www.luminous-landscape.com/techniques/3_years_later_dslr_video_one_mans_perspective.shtml

What Would Be A Decently Priced Lens For Nikon D7000 To Take Action Photographs?

Katie

Can someone give me some advice on lenses for the Nikon D7000 to capture a sharp subject in motion whilst the background is blurry. Looking for something reasonably priced (Entry Level) but please also list the more expensive kind. Thank you for the help. (:
Thank you both for the information.

Picture Taker.... I am sure it is more about technique than anything. That is something I definitely have to work on with more practice. I looked at the picture on Flickr and yes, this is what I am talking about. I looked at the settings for his photo, the one thing I can't find is what mode he was in for shooting. Manual, Shutter, Aperture, or Programmed automatic. Maybe I am just skipping over it? Does it matter which mode it is shot in, I'm guessing it does?

This will probably be a stupid question ( I am a fairly new to this and I learn better by someone explaining and myself playing around with the camera) but as you are following the subject should your focus setting be on automatic? Not knowing a lot about taking pictures of a subject in motion I would guess that the focus mode should be on automatic.

I have just recently been getting into trying to do action shots of a subject in motion, mainly my dog when playing fetch and swimm

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It's more about hte technique than the lens you use. There are two kinds of background blur. I suspect that you mean like this: http://www.flickr.com/photos/samfeinstein/7966097424/ If so, look at the settings shown to the right of the photo. These are typical for a "pan" shot of a subject in motion. You have to learn how to follow the subject with your camera, matching speed as you take the picture(s). I have found that around 1/60 is a workable speed that gives decent background blur. Change your aperture and ISO to allow that speed.

The other way to capture the subject sharp with the background blurry is to use a high shutter speed and a large aperture (small number). Flickr is hanging up right now, so I can't show you an example, but you get the idea. I think you want to show motion as described above anyway.

You can do this with the lens you own, I am sure.

You didn't mention what your subject is or what yours shooting distance is, so I can't recommend a lens anyway. Your basic kit lens will work well, especially if you got the 18-135. If you want more reach, buy the 55-300 (for cheap) or 55-200 (for cheaper). The 18-200 is a very nice general purpose lens for the D7000 and it costs under $1,000.

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What are some great cameras for distant shooting?

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Arian A

I'm looking for one of the top cameras but with very far zoom. Or is the zoom dependent on the additional lens I get. I was looking mainly at the Nikon D7000. I see it is a great camera and one of the top. But is it capable of taking clear pictures from far. What type of lens would I want to get for it. Because I do go overseas to countries with a bunch of mountains. And I love to take pictures of other mountains while on top of one. Please help.

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For what you ask what matters is the lens. As you still don't have the body, you will have to go for a camera kit and get a say 200 or longer one

What kind of lens should I bring to a concert event?

Alex

I am going to a lat e night concert soon and need help deciding on a lens I should bring with me for my Nikon D7000. I am sitting in the pits, up at the very front row!

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Most concert venues won't allow a camera like a D7000 into the venue unless you are an accredited photographer there to take pictures. Before arriving there, first check what cameras they will allow. Most will onyl allow compacts, bridges and CSC cameras are a questionable category, csc cameras using a DSLR lens via an adapter are almost certainly not going to be allowed.

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