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 06/15/2007 02:51:21 PM · #1
I know there are LOADS of threads about lens and which to buy, but I have a very specific question about what lenses I should get to fill in my collection.

I currently have a D70. And I own the following lenses:
Nikkor 50mm/1.8
Nikkor 105mm/2.8
Nikkor 35-80mm/3.5-5.6
Nikkor 70-300mm/3.5-5.6

Here is my quandry - what lens should I get to fill this collection in. I want something wider than what I have. I would like to get a nikkor lens, but I can't afford the 17-55/2.8 I have been coveting. I was thinking of getting the tokina 12-24/F4, but have currently been eyeing the 18-200/3.5-5.6 as well. I need something wider because I'm going to Nova Scotia and would like to capture some of this beautiful provinces gorgeous landscapes, and I also want a lens that can do more than just one thing for me. I also am thinking of selling my 35-80 if I get something that covers that range.

Any thoughts on what lens I should get? (including something I haven't considered yet). My budget is $600 cdn.

Thanks for your expertise, guys!
 06/15/2007 02:53:19 PM · #2
Check out the 20mm 2.8 It is a nice lens for landscapes. Edit to add Link

Message edited by author 2007-06-15 14:55:25.
 06/15/2007 02:59:37 PM · #3
I'd think the 12-24 would be a good fit. The 35-80 you have now sounds like a nice walkaround lens. I think you'd be disappointed with the 18-200 at the wide end as it's not going to be as wide as you think. JMO of course. I know nothing about the technicals on the items in your list. :)
 06/15/2007 03:00:38 PM · #4
The Tokina 12-24mm is awesome - maybe a little higher than your budget but it is rock solid and is really good for landscapes. I have the 18-200VR as well and like it well enough for most everyday stuff, but for the wide stuff, I always use the 12-24.
 06/15/2007 03:00:40 PM · #5
You're missing a wide angle. The Tokina AF 12-24mm f/4.0 AT-X 124AF Pro DX is great (this one)

I just got the Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S DX VR II (the perfect walkaround lens)

Bummer - and I posted this before reading your whole post :)

Message edited by author 2007-06-15 15:01:15.
 06/15/2007 03:02:40 PM · #6
I am a little bit biased since I do have the tokina 12-24mm. It's a great lens for landscapes.

I sold 18-200mm VR because I wasn't happy with it. I got a lot of money from that.

Message edited by author 2007-06-15 15:03:34.
 06/15/2007 03:08:30 PM · #7
I took my 18-200vr back to the store and traded it for a 80-200 2.8 The autofocus was bad on the vr lens, didnt want to wait another 6-8 weeks for a replacement and the store didn't want to lose the sale completely so they gave me a more than fair trade.
06/15/2007 03:25:20 PM · #8
I vote for the wide angle, too. Love my Tokina 12-24.
06/15/2007 03:30:41 PM · #9
thanks for all the suggestions, everyone.

I think the Tokina is the one I should get, but wanted to see what people thought of the 18-200 if anyone had it. I have read reviews that its a perfect walkabout lens, but its also something I can pick up later as its not really as wide as it seems (someone mentioned this).

I am looking at getting the Tokina used off ebay, maybe. if anyone has any leads, I'm all ears.
 06/15/2007 09:01:15 PM · #10
Originally posted by frisca:
I need something wider because I'm going to Nova Scotia and would like to capture some of this beautiful provinces gorgeous landscapes, and I also want a lens that can do more than just one thing for me.


NS is nice but not as nice as BC. don't know how long you'll be here or where you are planning on visiting but the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton is a must. Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Cape Split in the Valley are all good too
 06/15/2007 09:19:33 PM · #11
You would certainly love the 12-24... it's an amazing lens...
These shots wouldn't have happened if I didn't have it...
06/15/2007 10:58:50 PM · #12
Originally posted by frisca:
thanks for all the suggestions, everyone.

I am looking at getting the Tokina used off ebay, maybe. if anyone has any leads, I'm all ears.


And dont you just look funny. :-)

MattO
 06/15/2007 11:07:00 PM · #13
Tokina 12-24 all the way.
 06/18/2007 01:55:06 PM · #14
thanks for the lens suggestions, and examples, guys. You are amazingly helpful!

Also glad to know of a few places to visit. I might not have time for the Cabot Trail, but the rest I think we can manage. We're only there for 6 days and have a lot of family to visit as well.

Someone else has a thread they are seeking help in on this same issue..funny how we all end up thinking the same thing sometimes!
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