{"id":106468,"date":"2022-07-14T09:00:43","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T08:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/amateurphotographer.co.uk\/?p=106468"},"modified":"2022-07-13T14:59:25","modified_gmt":"2022-07-13T13:59:25","slug":"best-zoom-lenses-nikon-dslrs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/other.kelsey.host\/amateurphotographer\/buying-advice\/best-zoom-lenses-nikon-dslrs\/","title":{"rendered":"Best zoom lenses for Nikon DSLRs"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re after the most flexible type of lens, a zoom lens is generally considered a good idea, so here we highlight some of the current best zoom lenses for Nikon DSLRs.<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n

So, what are the key benefits of shooting with a zoom lens?<\/span><\/p>\n

Key benefits of using a zoom lens<\/h3>\n

With a zoom lens you can shoot at different focal lengths, without the hassle and fuss of having to change lenses or carry them around with you all the time. <\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, as with everything in life, you\u2019ll usually find there’s some sort of compromise. <\/span><\/p>\n

Even with the best zoom lenses, one big compromise tends to be a narrower maximum aperture than you usually find with prime (single focal length) lenses.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, you’re essentially getting portability, flexibility, the ability to zoom in on the same subject, pretty fast apertures and the cost benefit of buying a zoom instead of an array of prime lenses.<\/p>\n

When you\u2019re deciding which zoom lens to pick, first of all consider which type of camera you\u2019re shooting with. <\/span><\/p>\n

That is, whether it\u2019s got an APS-C sized sensor, such as the Nikon D500<\/a>, Nikon D7500<\/a>\u00a0and Nikon D5600<\/a>\u00a0cameras or a full-frame sensor, such as the Nikon D850<\/a> or the Nikon D5<\/a>, also known as FX.\u00a0 <\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re using an APS-C sized sensor, also known as DX, you\u00a0<\/span>need to be aware of the crop factor. For Nikon cameras, that represents 1.5x the focal length that’s written on the lens. <\/span><\/p>\n

So, for example, the equivalent focal length of a standard 18-55mm kit lens used on a Nikon APS-C DSLR body will be 27-82.5mm.<\/span><\/p>\n

Obviously, if you’re using a full-frame\/FX sensor the focal length will be exactly as it says on the lens.<\/p>\n

What type of zoom do you need?<\/h3>\n

The next thing to consider is the type of zoom lens you need. <\/span><\/p>\n

Here we have separated the options into ‘standard zoom’ and ‘telephoto zoom’. <\/span><\/p>\n

A standard zoom is a good option as a walk around lens, giving you flexibility to shoot at different focal lengths without zooming in too far.<\/span><\/p>\n

Standard zooms are great for portraits, street and landscapes, amongst other subjects.<\/p>\n

Standard zooms tend to vary in zoom ranges from 24-70mm, but there varying focal lengths at both ends of this zoom scale.<\/p>\n

A telephoto zoom is best suited to specific shooting needs, such as sports, action, wildlife, weddings and events.<\/span><\/p>\n

Telephoto zoom lenses tend to vary in focal length ranges from 70-300mm but, again, there are wider and longer focal lengths within the available ‘telezooms’.<\/p>\n

So, without further delay, here are our choices for the best zoom lenses for Nikon DSLRs…<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Best Standard Zoom Lenses for Nikon DSLRs<\/span><\/h2>\n

Sigma 17-70mm f\/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM <\/span><\/h2>\n

For:<\/strong> APS-C\/DX | Equivalent focal length:<\/strong> 25.5-105mm | Street Price:<\/strong> \u00a3229 (used)<\/span><\/p>\n

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For an affordable and flexible walk-around lens, the Sigma 17-70mm f\/2.8-4 is a good option for APS-C users. The wide apertures available at either end of the optic<\/strong> make it a good choice for low light photography, while it’s useful for a range of subject choices, including landscape, street and portraiture.<\/span><\/p>\n