I love the 24-200mm lens BUT can you print BIG?

Can I get print worthy images from Nikon's all-purpose 24-200mm lens? This video has me taking some amazing images in the Lake District, and then printing them out BIG in the studio!
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[@bluefinch6504]

I bought the Z5 with this lens a few months ago, and I’m quite pleased and satisfied with the whole set up. For my purpose, this camera/lens will last me a VERY long time.

[@kennygo8300]

Same for me. I've added 3 prime, manual focus lenses for the fun of it. The TTArtisan 90mm 1.25, TTArtisan 21mm 1.5, and Meike 50mm 1.7 (they are fun to play with... especially at night.

[@nancycutler5561]

I also bought the z5 and the 24-200 and I am very happy with my decision.

[@Nathanvphotos]

Glad to read this as I just traded my Fuji gear to move to this exact set up

[@willardkennedy6021]

I was in the UK for a month in August and used the 24-200 almost extensively. Was very satisfied with the results. I have the 70-200 (which I use for sports, especially basketball), but it is big and heavy--especially when traveling.

[@o.aldenproductions.9858]

Sweet of you to have your dad accompany you....the love shines through to us 💕

[@mozzamhosein6476]

I am so happy for you, back in your stomping grounds. What a treat for you to have your dad on your adventure. I throughly enjoy your videos. They have become part of my Sunday morning. Thanks

[@PhantomPhxer]

I tend to gravitate to 20mm - 90mm for landscape mostly due to lenses I've owned. On your's and others' recommendation, I purchased a 24-200 instead of going for the higher-priced S-class lenses for my Z6II. It's a great addition to the 14-30mm. If I need a farther reach, I change to DX format to get to 300mm which I've had great results after a bit of post work. BTW, for my street work, I use a Z 50mm and 85mm 1.8F's. Both are wicked sharp.

[@brandonsprung5873]

Was recently in the Adirondack mountains in New York, wanted light weight gear for hiking so took this same Nikon 24-200mm z lens. I was quite impressed by the quality to weight ratio, and my favorite shot from the trip was from this lens and looks great printed 12 x 18.

[@Yagaraschi]

I dont know exactly why, but this video was a real pleasure to watch. You seemed to be so happy and joyful, it was a different experience than usual. With all those exitements and puns it reminded me of James Popsys. Absolutly great video! For me, it just feeled a bit less static, more natural. Loved it! Wish a blessed sunday!

[@mawavoy]

Glad you are making progress with your recovery. Great images!

[@robertnelson3179]

Good job Nigel. Loved the shot with the side light falling on the grasses. Glad you and your dad was able to be together on the trip. Many years ago I had a serious injury and my father in law in his late 60’s was able to assist my then young self. A time I look back on with a smile on my face.

[@ericerickson6537]

I carry the 24-200 lens plus the 24-70 f2.8 s as well. Use the 2.8 for my indoor work and the other for outdoor. Both are very good lenses.

[@jessejayphotography]

My dream is a professional quality super-zoom lens in the 24-200 range that is weather sealed and sharp for landscape photography. I've already starting leaving my tripod at home since the IBIS on the newest FF mirrorless cameras is so good. I've even improvised 2s second shots resting my camera on a hiking poll like a monopod.

[@johnhjic2]

Hello Nigel, You know is called age when the top of the hill just get further away.... :) Its nice to see some one using the 24-200mm lens as I was asked to recommend I good but simple lens to some one wishing to move from a basic Canon DSLR to the Nikon system about a year age. She had heard that full frame is the way to go. So in the end it was a Z5 and 24mm-200mm she went for. Keep well, keep safe and look barware to a hot coffee at the top of the hill.

[@maureenmarshall1070]

Good to see you are out again in the hills that you love. Great video as always.

[@black-and-light]

Very, very nice shots, Nigel. Thank you!

[@nancyk9475]

Great review. I’ve been looking at this lens for awhile now for travel on my Z6ii. Even though I have the 24-70 f4 and the 70-180 f2.8. I think this would be a great travel along with a prime

[@CarpeDiemDesigns]

It is good to see you back in your element! Beautiful photos

[@markcoleman4635]

I have this lens and the 14-30 f4, these two lenses are perfect for my needs. I have been very surprised at the quality of the 24-200

[@JFW5358]

You never did say quite where this is. Lovely light. I actually preferred the landscape version of the last photo.

[@localnavy433]

In the video you asked us what is our favorite focal range and after looking I found that 24-105 (38-164 ff) is where I tend to shoot the most. More at the short end of that lens.

[@vfr800ch]

Would the newer 24-120mm lens fulfil both the quality requirements (less edge sharpness falloff) and the weight (is only 60g heavier than the 24-200mm..). Of course, the 24-200 has stabilisation, the 24-120mm not which might have helped with those overhead shots you mentioned. Nice video, thanks!

[@kjltube]

I wonder how you’d get along with the 24/70f4 paired with the 70-180f2.8 as a lightweight pairing

[@duncanwallace7760]

Great you could get out and about with your dad! I've just got back from New Zealand where I did a fair bit of hiking with much heavier gear (Z9/100-400/24-70). I got used to carrying it, but your ultra-light setup is interesting, given you get such great results.

[@martineudall]

I use 24-200 when travelling. Got some great photos on a recent med cruise Athens Turkey Greece and temps 26-30 deg and 24-200 with z6ll was so easy to carry round. I have the nikon f 28-300 and ftz adapter which is such a heavy combination. Looking forward to see the Tamron 70-300 z

[@jameshchetwyndjr9739]

I have Nikon coolpix 42x 24-1,000. Great pictures under $200. Yes 2012 edition. So no wi-fi. Still learning as tons of options

[@lweleven3423]

We do tend to over analyse stuff , it matters not if someone likes it they will buy it , I’ve sold prints taken with a Fuji bridge camera ,

[@MattTaggart]

Love that lichen covered wall. Great image for this sort of analysis too. During your close inspection I thought to myself.. "What paper is that? It's beautiful". Best wishes for your continued convalescence 👍 All the best from Canada.

[@lylestavast7652]

love the ladder shot at 10:26

[@JasonLorette]

This is why I like my Z 24-124 f4 S...versatile and light. 😎

[@KurtBunch619]

I just got back from a trip to Germany and used the 24-200mm pretty much the whole trip. My only issue is low light. If we went into a church or palace then I had to bump the ISO up or try and find a spot to sit the camera and take a shot at a low shutter speed. Beautiful photo!!

[@augie5119]

loved the first photo you printed Nigel!

[@romiemiller7876]

Light is good. I'm using two D800 bodies with a 14-24mm f. 2.8, and a 24-120 mm f.4 lens. With a meter and a speedlight my Lowpro medium size backpack weighs 16.3 pounds. If I also carry my 17" HP laptop I have just over 28 pounds on my back. A bit much for a 75- year- old geezer with arthritis. Most of the backpack weight is in the two lens.

[@davidbailey1689]

Good to see you active, Nigel. Don’t overdo it. I use a 28-200mm Tamron on my A7r3 mostly, though I have also bee carrying a Tamron 17-28 with me since buying the Peak Design Lens Kit (a device on which to carry two lenses - on belt or bag strap). I am looking for local woods to photograph. Early days.

[@plainpapercat]

We have Hobnobs in Canada. One of my favs!! Enjoying your videos. Thanks!!

[@jayobrien6318]

Same lens, love it, thanks for the positive review.

[@5RustyBin]

z7 owner here and only yesterday I decided to sell my 24-70 f4 and buy the 24-200 f4-6.3. Your video makes me think that it was a good move. Can I ask what paper you use for your printouts?

[@andrewmitchison2397]

This is an amazing lens I have to say even on a Z6.. I’ve shot at 35mm a landscape photograph which I’ve printed to 150cm x 120cm and sold to a client in his £8million house and wants quality.. This was also without using AI technology! Client is super happy with it.. I have to say unless you pixel peep like us photographers do you can’t see a massive difference.. Clients certainly don’t go and pixel peep and look from a few feet away at max..Photographers get way to hung up on softening on edges and pixels..

[@pilsplease7561]

im probably getting a z6 cause the z6 2 is not worth it for the minimal benefits for how I shoot.

[@GingerCaptures]

I was there at the start of the year, that location is a phographers paradise 🥰📷👍

[@owenfarmer4197]

As always great material thanks. I find an over dunked hob nob breaks very easily.

[@MLC48]

Peak Freans digestives in Canada; I think this is your best video so far!

[@psfphotography]

How would you compare the 24-120 f4 to the 24-200?

[@desgardner4627]

No matter what gear you own the finished printed picture rules! and that's a great picture you have there, and yes it deserves to be on somebody's wall! The star of your show is your dad he done so well we never heard him moan about anything! It's a shot in the arm for all us oldies and I am not far behind him. Thank you for this week's blog....

[@geoffstairmand3747]

Kudos to your dad - being so active at his age is an inspiration to us old farts. Excellent video Nigel and good to see you in your favourite hills again.

[@pilsplease7561]

My grandpa is 83 and he literally went outside and hauled a 50 pound chainsaw up a ladder and cut down a tree lol. He also built a shed from scratch on his own. Im in my late 20's and have serious enough health problems i cant even do what he does.

[@Michael-Bennett]

Looking forward to the collaboration videos with Mads and James.

[@billbarraclough9653]

Beautiful images as always, Nigel. I'm curious about which paper (or papers) you chose to print them on? Great to see you getting more and more mobile. Takes care, though!

[@tjsinva]

Good to see you out and about. Who knew? Hobnobs are classified as biscuits rather than digestives. A fine line, I suspect. They're available through Amazon (affiliate?) and probably a number of specialty shops who handle U.K. based products. Pretty impressive image considering you didn't focus stack. Carry oh! 👍🥂

[@elwick_photo]

A chocolate hobnob is the biscuit of kings 👍👍

[@josephstanski5180]

That was sooooo beautiful Nigel - love you explainations of you thinkings. This so important to learning from your videos. Thank you so much. :o)

[@mcroman-superfeat]

Hi Graet video and nice photo : Only wonder if this is the paper roll you us ? ::: Platinum Etching 285 Platinum Etching 285 is 100% acid free, fine art paper with a velvety, textured surface. A natural white base and state of the art ink-receiving /// McRoman

[@wallystellmacher6794]

One extra 👍 for your commitment.

[@davidboothphotography]

Love light rays 👌 did you say where this was?? I think it definitely came across how happy you was to be out there great stuff

[@arunakalu]

What about your Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4? Did you fall out of love with it :-) I remember you liked it more than the 24-200?

[@LandscapeFotografi]

nice bro 📸📸📸

[@buticks6388]

Best biscuits for dunking are Aussie Tim Tam's they are rectangular and covered in chocolate. You take a small bite from 2 opposing corners and use it as a straw the hot drink melts the middle chocolate layer ...... heavenly!

[@SwanSycorax]

I think the Z 24-200 is a really under-rated lens. When it was first announced I remember seeing a couple of reviews that knocked it as being Nikon's "worst" Z lens, however, I bought one a few months ago as my "holiday" go-to lens and I was absolutely delighted by its performance. Before taking it on holiday I went into Brighton and took this lens as well as my Z 24-70 f/2.8 and my Z 70-200 f/2.8 and was amazed at just how well the 24-200 stood up to its 2 vastly more expensive and heavier siblings. I made a video of this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJSpc31qeq18b6s. In my view, the only limitation the lens suffers from is low-light performance so, when we went on holiday I took the Z 50m f/1.8 and, together with my Z7ii, found this combination met all my requirements over a two week holiday. My wife and I have just returned from a second holiday and we took the 24-200 on my Z6 for my wife to use throughout and, again, it has not let us down. As this second holiday was a "safari" in South Africa, I took the Z 100-400 on my Z 7ii as I wanted the range. Great video.

[@deathscythe5253]

If it weren't for you, I don't know what to do, I don't want to spend money on it

[@blakehfreeman]

As someone with a bad back and love of photography, keep up the work and stay out there! Have missed your amazing work this past year. Glad you’re back at it.

[@fraserd2771]

Is it sharp enough? Check it against a similar pro lens and compare by virtually putting your nose on it and pixel peep, and yes the pro lens will be sharper. Now step back to normal viewing distance and it may not be noticeable. Even if it is, it won't matter a damn if the image is spectacular. This opinion is coming from retired ex film photograher with 35 yrs as a pro. To many people get "lost" in the equipment saga. From what I see of your images regardless of "sharpness " your photos will sing! Keep up the good work.

[@andreasgiobel6355]

If you have "the right softness" In a leading corner, It "can" push you thru the image in "explorer" way that don't are presented in a full 110% Sharpness image, smart softness leads the way and makes It come alive...Some 100% shoots & processes can feel a bit to perfect in my eyes, any other thoughts?

[@brentew1]

I have a Z7 and the 24-200 and love them. I have a Z9 and other lenses too - but the Z7 is such a good camera and the 24-200 is a fantastic lens I carry them when hiking and biking. Your videos are an inspiration and education. Keep going!

[@pilsplease7561]

Im getting a Z series camera, was going to get the Z5, but Z6 can be found for not much more, and is better and z6 2 is too pricey and has not enough benefits to pay the money and z7 is overkill for my needs.

[@armikstepanyan9677]

Currently looking to buy the 24-200mm lens for versatility, lightweightness, and well, not to burn a hole in my wallet, and listening to Nigel's opinion reassured me that it is a good choice.

[@bluefinch6504]

I am so happy with my choice of this lens. I bought a new Nikon Z set up after months of comparing, watching YT Videos, and reading reviews and articles between Nikon, Sony, and Canon. My old camera is a Canon Powershot-9 years old. It was scary to try something so different and new. I am confident that my choice was the right one. The pictures I take are beautiful and bring me new joy in my hobby.

[@armikstepanyan9677]

@@bluefinch6504 Thanks for the comment. It helps to see that people are enjoying this lens, so I am on a right track ;)

[@ViktorPankraz]

Great video! So cool to see such an excitement for landscape photography. I also love my 24-200! And as I'm using it on a Z6II with only 24 MP, sharpness is even less a concern. You just can't beat the versatility. But believe it or not I do a lot of landscapes with the "cheapo" 40mm f/2. It's just so fun to use.

[@erichstocker8358]

I didn't see a single shot you made more than 100mm. I'm wondering whether Nikon has a 24-105mm f4 that would not be sharper in the corners with more contrast than the 24-200mm but be light enough. Having said that as a consumer, I would definitely buy that print from what I saw on youtube (video compression always an issue). So, the point I'm making isn't germane to the quality of the photo. Just thought about the possibility.

[@ronboe6325]

I have that lens and it does not get the love it deserves from other photographers. Having a useful (570g) lens and getting the shot vs. not shooting at all - well, you know the right answer to that. Most folks only care about the composition, the subject is "mostly" in focus and it "looks pretty". Get those right and it's amazing how many short comings that we tend to agonize over really don't matter. Glad to see your Dad making sure you get out and get your exercise. When he gets old he'll need a young whipper snapper to help him out. :)

[@RadAlzyoud]

*_"Do you have Hobnobs in America?_* I've seen them in a British specialty store in NYC. One side note. Why do English KZbinrs single out "America"? Is it because you have most of your followers from the US? Would be interesting to see the stats based on countries.

[@RadAlzyoud]

Incidentally I am traveling in Europe and decided to bring the Z 24-200 S lens with me. It pairs well with the Z7. It's not as sharp as my Z 20-120 S F4 lens but it gives more reach and smaller/lighter. As always, a very nice video. Thx for sharing.

[@chrisridge9659]

Your Dad is amazing, we have hob nobs in Australia, Im a welsh girl so very much looking forward to seeing some iamges of Wales. Im not a great landscape photographer limited time to escape from inner urban life. I like to shoot @85mm my favourite lens that I have is the AF Nikkor 85mm 1:1:8 (2nd hand) , having stated that I recently purchased the AF-S Nikkor 28mm 1:1:8 G for some night photography ( rural) I did. Like that too. Have a question what 70-200 lens do I get Ive been putting it off think Ill have to go second hand I ve a Nikkon D600. Love your video, great to see you out and about I learn somehting every week and love the British countryside .

[@martinsarre]

I prefer using longer focal lengths, between 100 and 300. Just got hold of Tamron z 70-300 and hoping to test this evening on the full moon rise. I sold my 24-200 as I did not like the quality on z7ii (It was fine paired with z6)

[@paulfowler3416]

Now you are using zooms with a wide focal length range, has it changed your views on full vs crop frame for landscape photography?

[@adamhewitt8763]

Amazing final image of the wall and stile, really nice and amazing how your dad can still get up those fells at his age! I often straddle myself with too many lenses when I manage to hit the fells and pay for it the next day.

[@gnmurray5955]

I used to use a Nikon D810 with high end Zeiss lenses. I now have a z7ii with 20mm,14-30, 24-70 f4, 24-200, and 105 macro, all Z lenses. The 24-200 is a fantastic lens that is easily as good as the aforementioned Zeiss lenses (in fact the Zeiss 100mm Macro I had displayed awful chromatic abberation despite being very sharp). It is a seriously underrated lens and I can't wait to try the 28-400 :). My normal kit these days for bushwalking is the 14-30, 24-200 and 20mm for astro. Light and capable.

[@MikeButle]

Hi Nigel. Long time subscriber, but rarely interact. I started following you, initially, because of your Nikon dedication. This was a couple years ago when ppl seemed to think Nikon was going under. A year ago I upgraded from the D5600 with pro 16-80mm f2.8-f4 lens to the Nikon Z5 with 24-200mm. My first camera was the D300, but I noticed an immediate improvement just from seeing the first few images on the Z5 LCD screen. With the D5600, no matter how much I edited the photos, I just couldn't see what I wanted to see in my images. I too have back issues and find it difficult to earn an income, so my budget was limited and I spent all that I had on the Z5 with 24-200mm lens. It was kind of scary being that everyone was down talking Nikon at the time, which I had even considered switching to Sony. I'm glad I took the gamble for the Z5 because I finally saw images that I was enjoying. I can also say that since then, my photography has grown with others and gain new followers each day. I look forward to the Z7 II with 24-120mm & 100-400mm. I think that would serve greatly here in the Blue Ridge Mountains, but I honestly don't lust over new gear like I did with the D300 & D5600. I told myself that I wanted to produce images as beautiful as the pros and I feel the Z5 has helped me get closer to that goal. Ultimately, I must thank you for providing motivation to be a better photographer. I enjoy your love for the landscape more than your photography, though. The scene of you dunking the cookie into the coffee was the best as you were completely "you". I hope to still be enjoying the Blue Ridge at your dad's age as well. (Edited) Here is one of my favorite images with the Z5 and 24-200mm lens. I'm a Blue Ridge Mountain photographer, so this image was completely out of my element, but I was blown away with the outcome. facebook.com/1827625266/posts/pfbid02kA1oJS6uHpHvkadVwy3vV9eVtJa3VZShtqCL1yn83MfggJJ18KVden5VHx7Nh78pl/?app=fbl I know... shameless plug. I don't need anyone to follow me. Just sharing an image of the Z5 and 24-200mm. Thank you, Nigel, for the 24-200mm video. Nikon has put a lot of effort into the new Z glass and ppl shouldn't be afraid of using 'kit lenses' anymore.

[@mariebird01]

Photography is all about balance and compromise, as well as light and contrasting shadows, and you explain it so well, in your videos. I love the 'holy light' captured so perfectly. Thank you Nigel for sharing your thoughts and lovely images.

[@davidpearson3304]

Finally a video of a lens that I actually own and use all the time. Having the 24-70 and 70-200 f2.8’s would be nice, but so is paying the rent and electric bill. Haha. I use it on a lowly Z5 so it’s not as demanding as a big megapixel beast like the Z7’s or Z9 are, so I’m very happy with my results using it.

[@paulbenson3441]

Hi Nigel, an epic video. Your dad's videography was brilliant and the atmosphere of the location he captured really came out. Nice one. I turned 69 in July and I decided then to retire so I could spend more time out with my camera. I'm retiring in about 7 weeks and your video has reminded me of potential new possibilities in my photography; just need to get a bit fitter. I had a cycling accident about 40 years ago and I sprung my collar bone. I left it as it was and it all got better. But I think it's come back to remind me it's still there. I am planning to upgrade my gear and I have a pretty good idea what I need, it's just finding the right route for me through the gear maze. I have a budget in mind and I need to stick to it. I know what I would like, but I know that it is what I need that is more important. I think the right lenses will be the tough one and I really need to think hard about what kind of landscape photography I do and what area I feel I have been leaning towards for a number of years. I don't think I'll ever nail it exactly, just hoping I won't hit my thumb too often with the hammer.

[@PhilSledge]

Great video Nigel. Back in the day when I worked at United Biscuits, we had Hob-Nobs 24/7, and I gained a few pounds too

[@Reason-fg4ik]

I have the 70-200mm f2.8 and the 24-70mm but, I prefer to carry a 24-200 and a 20mm as they're lighter. Additionally, since I'm shooting at f9 to f11 the lighter lenses are better for me.

[@janneroz-photographyonabudget]

Another great upload. Thank you. I have a Sigma 60-600mm sports, Ftz Adapter on a Nikon Z6 and sometimes on a Nikon Z7. It's huge. I was looking to downsize considerably. Looking at this lens as it's got so many great reviews. But I'm worried about losing the reach of the Sigma, cropping with this at 200mm, due you think this would be a viable option? I dunno. For me it's a lot of money. Even second hand. It's a dilemma for me. If I sell that Sigma 600mm, will I regret it, as I have with so much stuff in the past?

[@TheWillRogers]

With my Z50 my most used focal length, by a surprising margin, is 50mm. Guess I really like that short telephoto field of view here in the PNW forest.

[@Joseph-iu6ip]

Most of my shots are between 50-70 or at 200mm. I carry the 24-70 2.8 and the 70-200 2.8 most of the time. Now I’m thinking I’d like to get my hands on that 24-200. Also, I had to google what a digestive was, but it turns out that even though I had no idea what it was they do exist in America.

[@jessejayphotography]

I do something similar with a 24-70 f/2.8 and a 100-400 f/5.6-8. Sometimes I throw in a 14-35 f/4. But I never carry more than 3 lenses. I would love a professional, weather sealed, 24-200ish range super-zoom.

[@ThePinoyAggie]

Thank you Nigel for this test of the 24-200 mm. I used to own this lens and I agree with the softness at the edges. It is a great lightweight lens for walking around and on hikes. I gave this lens along with a Z5 to my sister and brother-in-law as gifts and to get them started with photography. The Z 24-120 mm f/4 S lens is now my go-to landscape photography lens when I go hiking. I also carry the Z 14-24 mm f/2.8 S for wide shots and low-light situations.

[@DavidSafanda]

Based on your experience which is sharper corner to corner? 24-120 f4 or 24-70 f4?

[@leoncfu]

How a Z50 with 18-140 Z DX would compare? It would be a pound lighter with comparable focus range. And the 24 MP from the Z5 held up incredibly well.

[@jeffpratley3623]

It’s so good to see you back in your element, and your obvious enthusiasm for being out in such a glorious location. It’s really inspiring, and I’m so glad your back is improving so well. On the subject of favourite focal lengths - I’ve never really noticed. I took two cameras on holiday - one with a 28-70mm, and the other with a 100-300mm, and I switched between cameras as and when. Checking my results, it seems that the majority of my shots were at or near the limits of each lens, so I have many around 28mm, and several at each of 70mm, 100mm and 300mm. The exceptions are mostly between 40mm and 50mm , but there aren’t very many of those. I guess one thing I’ve learned from that exercise is that I need something to bridge the gap between 70mm and 100mm!

[@tonymckeage1028]

It's been a while since i have viewed one of your video's Nigel. But since i have just shelled out real money to buy the 24-240 lens on the EOS R5 C, I am going to interested in your conclusions! thanks for sharing

[@josephwanyoike3566]

Always amazing. I love your enthusiasm and it's always fun learning your great techniques. Great video.👍🏽

[@janroos7518]

You got me doubting again Nigel!😅 Still waiting for the ordered Nikon Z 24-120mm S to arrive. And the Z 24-200mm is in stock. But should i choose the extra zoom (120-200m) over the weatherseal of the 24-120 S and its better image quality? Choises, choises...🙄

[@easy56wedge]

I’m considering this lens as a daily lens on my Z8. My concern is the f4-6.3 range. It certainly isn’t very fast. Nigel, at nearly 68 years of age with a bad back and knees, I totally get that light lenses and gear make a difference. That is just another reason I’m leaning towards this lens. More coverage and fewer lenses to carry! Thanks for the review.

[@rayspencer5025]

An intetesting thing that has been happening to me later has occurred after I bought the Canon RF 800mm f11 lens for my R7. I already had the 300-800mm "Sigzilla" but was attracted to the oddball RF lens due to extremely light weight and small size for travel (traveling/hiking with "Sigzilla" is thoroughly unpleasant no matter how you do it, short of hiring a Sherpa). With "Sigzilla I only used it for dedicated trips for wildlife, but the RF lens is so easy to toss in a camera backpack or even leave it attached to the camera and carried on a chest hitch that I bring it on hikes, just-in-case. Well, I it turns-out that I have been shooting a surprising number of scenic/landscape shots with it...from crazy distances.

[@HmS1856]

I shoot landscapes mostly at 24-40 mm with the odd shot near 200mm or 250 if I have my 70-300 with me. As for quality, I don’t print huge prints as there is only so much wall space in my house. I have found quality with the 24-200 to be excellent and have printed as large as 20”x 30” prints taken with my Z6.

[@madmechanic7641]

Not even gonna watch Nigel (Although I think you're brilliant and I never miss) but I just spent 7 hours getting a Flek 2.4 sorted and even then I cannot get a better pic and process than my Canon L's.. (Maybe I aint got the money but..) I've heard about the Tamron 24-70 so sharp sh*t and all the rest but it don't cut it with my L lenses. Sorry but apologies and no apologies. Stu*f it.. 5D2 early with an L easy.... Luv 'n hugs : )

[@lylestavast7652]

never seen hobknobs in the states ... but not a dunk/coffee guy anyway ... now Stroopwafels, we're talking..

[@dougkrupa8887]

Can you tell me which backpack Do you use? I Would like to carry Z9 With the 24 to 70 And. 70 to 200 . Great video with you and your dad..

[@St.Olson_Photography]

You know I wish people could rate videos rather than just like, I always enjoy the vibe you present in your work. Keep it up!. Glad to see the back is improving!

[@kentonborn8936]

Always loved the contrast in your photos, keep up the good work! Personally I have found 20x30 prints to be a great size for my photos and the wall space they take up. Not too big and not too small.

[@artsilva]

I'm wondering if the 24-120 would be a better choice for those shooting in the low to mid range, plus with the 24-120 being an S lens.

[@randygerber1565]

Wonderful video, and amazing photos. Thank you for sharing and teaching.

[@Skye_the_toller]

which monitor do you use with your Mac Studio? Always fun to realize that a critic and Pro uses "normal" lens and gear (Z7!)... while, as an amateur, I want to use only the best gear in town... make me somewhat embarrassed? ;)

[@garyjones2299]

Great video, as a 24-200 user very pleasing, but did you use the Enhance feature in Lightroom or photoshop before printing?

[@haroldbielstein3530]

I wonder if most of the photos you displayed could have been shot with the 24-120 f4 which is a smaller perhaps lighter lens?

[@garra7472]

Which lens is best in image quality 24-70 f4, 24-120 f4 or 24-200??