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Could I use the Nikon D80 (with lens that comes with camera body) to take shots of wildlife at a distance?

Linda Fitzpatrick posted on July 07, 2009 at 1:48 pm

I want to be able to take wildlife shots without having to be right up close - how good is this camera for this type of shot as well as regular family, etc. shots?

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carsons914 posted on July 07, 2009 at 1:53 pm

It looks to me like you will need to get an additional lens along with the kit lens in order to accomplish both of your needs. For wildlife, it sounds like you would want at least a 200mm lens in order to be able to capture them from far away. For your family shots, however, the kit lens that I have, 18-135mm, would do a wonderful job for that and a multitude of other everyday uses.


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jgurtner posted on October 01, 2009 at 6:59 am

The 18-135mm will never do you justice for wildlife photography. You will definitely need to buy another lens. In my experience, I would recommend you buy a 200mm or more. Better yet buy one with anti-vibration.


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andyvandenberg posted on November 08, 2009 at 5:09 pm

i would recommend getting another lense specifically for wildlife


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Nikon D80 Digital SLR Camera

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Includes 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 Lens / Uses F mount lenses / SD Memory Card Slot / USB 2.0 / 2.5-inch LCD / 3D Color Matrix Meter Up to 2,700 images per battery charge - High-Efficiency power systems featuring reduced power consumption and Real-Time Fuel Gauge with Nikon's EN-EL3e Lithium Ion...

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  • 10.2-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for large, photo-quality prints
  • 2.5-inch LCD display; power-up time of approximately 0.2 seconds
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  • Includes 18-135mm AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor lens
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