<p>Is the Nikon 70-200 f/2.8G ED VR II lens worth the extra $1300 over the 80-200 f2.8D ED? <br>
I am looking at upgrading.<br>
A professional photographer friend, whose business is photography training and photo excursions, advised me to purchase the 70-200 and add a Nikon Teleconvertor. He says the VR will pay for itself when shooting low light. <br>
I am a generalist shooting primary landscapes, old architecture and the occasional critter/bird it they agree smile and pose.<br>
However, I am increasing being asked to shoot high school graduation photos where I can see the value of the lens.<br>
Currently I am using a Nikon 18-70 3.5-4.5G as my main lens. <br>
Any experience with a teleconvertor on these lenses?<br>
My long lens a 70-300 Tokina which is rarely used as it is better served as a paper weight than a lens. (I purchased with a kit a long time ago.)<br>
I am currently using a D200 which is starting to show its age. So replacing the body in the future is in the back of my mind. As with everything, money is an issue. <br>
Nikon 70-200 f/2.8G ED VR II vs the 80-200 f2.8D ED
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<p>Is the Nikon 70-200 f/2.8G ED VR II lens worth the extra $1300 over the 80-200 f2.8D ED? <br>
I am looking at upgrading.<br>
A professional photographer friend, whose business is photography training and photo excursions, advised me to purchase the 70-200 and add a Nikon Teleconvertor. He says the VR will pay for itself when shooting low light. <br>
I am a generalist shooting primary landscapes, old architecture and the occasional critter/bird it they agree smile and pose.<br>
However, I am increasing being asked to shoot high school graduation photos where I can see the value of the lens.<br>
Currently I am using a Nikon 18-70 3.5-4.5G as my main lens. <br>
Any experience with a teleconvertor on these lenses?<br>
My long lens a 70-300 Tokina which is rarely used as it is better served as a paper weight than a lens. (I purchased with a kit a long time ago.)<br>
I am currently using a D200 which is starting to show its age. So replacing the body in the future is in the back of my mind. As with everything, money is an issue. <br>
Thanks in advance,<br>
Greg</p>