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Good 24-70mm lens for Nikon D750

  • 09-08-2019 12:22PM
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 320 ✭✭


    Hey guys, anybody on here recommend a good 24-70mm lens for full frame Nikon? Will be using it to shoot weddings and gigs. Want to slim down the gear im lugging around.


Comments

  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 837 ✭✭✭xshayx


    Have the Nikkor on my D750 (and D700 for 10 years before that), fantastic lens, use it 90% of the time.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 320 ✭✭Shoelaces


    Is that the vr or regular?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,924 ✭✭✭Nforce


    Another +1 for the Nikon 24-70 on the D750. Mine is the non VR (VR only released around 2015 iirc) but the images are excellent. I'm not a wedding photographer, but know a few have moved from the 24-70 to prime lenses. Might be worth investigating if that's the main reason for purchasing.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,046 ✭✭✭CabanSail


    I also have high regard for the same lens. I have the Holy Trinity. The 24/70 f2.8 is the default lens and it has been away a few weeks now as I have worn it out. The dreaded Zoom Stick, so it is having a well deserved service and overhaul.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,046 ✭✭✭CabanSail


    Update.

    My 24/70 f2.8 has died. The Zoom was sticking and eventually jammed. I sent it in for repair and accepted the quote of $900 to repair. They ten got back to me to advise that the damage is worse than expected and it is not economically viable. It seems I have worn it out.

    The insurance has covered it and I have just bought a slightly used replacement. I have gone for the newer VR version. Reviews are good. Seems it is very sharp but is heavier and more plastic in construction.


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