Question about Nikon D700

[ScottWy]

I have just ordered a D700, and that 70-200 VRII lens. I recieved the camera, and expect the lens shortly.

Would I risk damage to the camera if I were to walk around with that lens mounted without support?

Should the lens be supported, or will the camera mount handle the weight of this lens?

 

[Formatted]

It will be fine the 70-200 is not that big! They are designed for that sort of thing. I don't think the 70-200 actually comes with a tripod mount. Just hold it like any 35mm camera.

I am very jealous! You have ordered exactly what I want. Where did you get it from?

 

[Phranquey]

You will be just fine letting the lens hang off the camera.

And the new VRII does come with a foot.

 

[ScottWy]

It will be fine the 70-200 is not that big! They are designed for that sort of thing. I don't think the 70-200 actually comes with a tripod mount. Just hold it like any 35mm camera.

I am very jealous! You have ordered exactly what I want. Where did you get it from?

I ordered it from WalMart, of all places. It was purely an economic decision, as a relative got it for me at 10% employee discount.

I had a D50 for years, and was afraid the 700 would be difficult to use. It is actually easier. You can do many tasks with the touch of a button, instead of scrolling through the menu. I also like the feature that allows you to save different adjustment profiles.

Thanks guys, for replying to my question!

All in all, I could not really afford it, but I got it anyhow. I am sure it will be more than enough camera to last me the rest of my days.

 

[ACrossley]

LOVE mine!
I just posted some pics in a recent post with this set up. I have shot a bulk of a ten hour wedding carrying the bad boy mounted without any problem. I have read some people complain of wrist pain, but I am a petite lady and have no difficulty! Cannot tell you how much I love this!!!

 

[gkinney]

I have hung my 80-200 (older model) on my D700 and it works fine. Only issue I had was to beef up my tripod to hold all the weight.

 

[kundalini]

The 70-200mm weighs a little over 3lbs. I use the Black Rapids camera strap and I still cup the underside of the rig as I'm walking around. The D700 lens mount is strong, but I still think it's a good idea to take precautions.

 

[Idahophoto]

You should be just fine. I did it with my Tamron 70-200 on a D90 a bit different set up sure, but the D700 build quality is much better so I would not suspect any problems