I currently shoot my kids U9s rugby with a Nikon Z6 and 70-200 2.8 with an FTZ adapter. But as the pitches are bigger now than when they played tag only I’m finding the 200mm reach limiting and I end up doing a lot of cropping. I’m not printing these or publishing them anywhere, but it does consume a lot of time in post processing.
So I’m considering some long lenses, almost certainly second hand.
I obviously rely on decent autofocus speed as the kids are pretty quick. I’m less worried about edge sharpness as it’s centre sharpness that matters most and vignetting I consider a solved problem using PhotoLab.
I’ve had my eye on either:
- Sigma 150-600 DG OS HSM SPORT
- Nikon 200-500
The Sigma is more expensive, but i don’t mind if its woth the extra. I don’t know much about Tamron or others.
What would you recommend or have experience with shooting outdoor field sports?
I too am interested in responses/opinions regarding the Sigma sport. I’ve been keeping an eye on both:
Sigma 150-600mm 5-6.3 Contemporary
Tamron SP 150-600mm F/ 5-6.3
As Spring is starting up I’d like to get back outside, and annoy my local neighbourhood cardinals 😁
For some reason I pictured you living in Vatican City with this comment
Challenge: Bird or church-person? Cardinals are often seen in groups, twitter a lot and shouldn’t eat too much white bread, or they will poop all over your car.