{"id":110845,"date":"2022-07-29T09:00:34","date_gmt":"2022-07-29T08:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/amateurphotographer.co.uk\/?p=110845"},"modified":"2022-07-28T18:46:28","modified_gmt":"2022-07-28T17:46:28","slug":"telephoto-lenses-wildlife-photography","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/other.kelsey.host\/amateurphotographer\/buying-advice\/telephoto-lenses-wildlife-photography\/","title":{"rendered":"8 affordable telephoto lenses for wildlife photography in 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"

Most photographers have telephoto zoom lenses in their kit bag, generally of the 70-300mm type or the equivalent. <\/strong>These are a great starting point for shooting wildlife but, if you want to get serious about the subject, their relatively short reach can quickly become somewhat limiting<\/strong>. This is why we’ve found the best telephoto zoom lenses for wildlife!<\/p>\n

Telephoto zoom lenses are the obvious choice for wildlife photographers as they let you get close to the action<\/strong> without physically having to be too close to a timid or dangerous animal.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fortunately, there are some great longer and affordable telephoto lenses beyond 300mm<\/strong> on the market that won\u2019t break the bank (or your back!) in the way large telephoto primes do.<\/p>\n

Choosing the best focal lengths<\/h3>\n

The best focal length depends on how close you can get to your subject.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re forced to keep your distance then a longer focal length will serve you much better, so we recommend aiming for at least a 400mm range<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

If you also add in a 1.4x or 2x converter<\/strong> to increase the focal length, you can be going beyond 600mm or even up to 800mm at the long end of your telephoto zoom lens.<\/p>\n

Usually, telephoto zoom lenses tend to be a little cheaper<\/strong>, but don\u2019t offer as bright or as wide an aperture.<\/span><\/p>\n

Having a telephoto lens that provides a versatile zoom coverage also saves the hassle of changing lenses in the field<\/strong>, which could possibly result in a missed shot, allow dust or dirt to creep into your camera or scare your subject.<\/p>\n

Anyhow, without further ado, here are some of our favourites for best affordable telephoto lenses for wildlife<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Top 8 affordable telephoto zoom lenses for wildlife<\/h2>\n

Nikkor AF-S 200-500mm f\/5.6E ED VR<\/a><\/h2>\n

Price: \u00a31,399 | <\/span><\/strong>www.nikon.co.uk<\/a><\/h3>\n\"Nikkor\n

Nikkor AF-S 200-500mm f\/5.6E ED VFR – at a glance<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • Minimum aperture: f\/32<\/li>\n
  • Maximum aperture: f\/5.6<\/li>\n
  • Lens construction: 19 elements in 12 groups (including 3 ED glass elements)<\/li>\n
  • Filter thread: 95mm<\/li>\n
  • Weight: 2300g (including tripod collar)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For Nikon DSLR shooters, the 200-500mm f\/5.6<\/a> offers a unique option, being a relatively affordable telephoto lens, while offering a very useful long range \u2013 extending to fully 750mm equivalent on DX-format cameras such as the Nikon D500<\/a><\/strong>. Its f\/5.6 maximum aperture means that it\u2019s relatively portable considering its range, and not so heavy that it can\u2019t be shot handheld. Focusing is snappy and accurate, thanks to the AF-S motor.<\/p>\n

    However, it\u2019s not claimed to be weather-sealed, and being an E-type lens with an electromagnetic diaphragm, it\u2019ll only work on relatively recent Nikon bodies \u2013 so do check compatibility with your camera before buying.<\/p>\n

    Read our Nikkor AF-S 200-500mm f\/5.6E ED VR Review<\/a><\/p>\n