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03/29/2004 09:25:50 PM · #1

Hi all,

I am looking to replace my 35-80 Nikkor zoom ... it was stock with my previous film camera (N70). It just isn't enough range, and I find I'm switching lenses more often than I'd like. I have a 20mm and a 70-300 zoom. So, I am looking for a good all-around lens to use as a primary lens. I have been looking at the following:

Nikkor 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5D IF
Nikkor 24-120 f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED VR
Nikkor 28-200 f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF

I was wondering if anyone used these and wanted to comment on them. I like the light weight and added range of the 28-200, but it seemed to be a little slow focusing. The 24-120 VR was nice, but more expensive obviously, and maybe a little heavy for an all-around lens.

Any thoughts would be most appreciated!
Thanks,
Karen
03/29/2004 10:12:02 PM · #2
Hi Karen: I have the 24-120 Nikkor (not the VR model) and have been using it pretty much exclusively for the past year. I love the lens, although in the past week, I've been trying to warm up my wife to the idea that a new lens would make a good birthday present (next month). In any event, the 24-120 is sharp, focusses fast, and is about as lightweight as you can expect for this type of lens. I have only three minor complaints: 1) if you want to do macro, you need macro attachments or another lens; 2) it is a great lens for daylight or flash, but at f:3.5 to 5.6, its a little slow for indoor; and 3) the zoom ring seems to turn backwards from what you would expect (you get used to that, though). I use the lens for portraits, general landscapes, sports, and still lifes.

Hope this helps -- good luck!
03/29/2004 10:19:26 PM · #3
Originally posted by kharper:

Nikkor 24-120 f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED VR

I was wondering if anyone used these and wanted to comment on them.


I had this lense prior to the VR addition. I found that the quality of the glass did not meet my expectations, and I got rid of the lense. It also was a dog at focusing. It took all day for the lense motor to bring things in and out. I would recommend that you mount and test fire prior to purchase.

I have heard that this is "the" lense to buy within the range.

Nikon Zoom Wide Angle-Telephoto AF-S Zoom Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8D ED-IF Autofocus Lens -

It has the built-in Silent Wave Motor, which is a must! The worst part is it cost a small fortune, but you get what you pay for quality wise.

B & H Link

03/29/2004 10:20:28 PM · #4
This Is a good site for lens reviews.

Or this site as well.

:-)

Message edited by author 2004-03-29 22:20:44.
03/29/2004 10:27:50 PM · #5
This is a great lens. Perfect speedwise, contrast, color and sharpness. Biggest downfall, it's big and heavy. If you're doing portrait work or anything that is lowish light and need to make sure you can get the shot, then this lens is the one you want. You'll have no need for another lens in this range if you get it.

-danny

Originally posted by DJLuba:


I have heard that this is "the" lense to buy within the range.

Nikon Zoom Wide Angle-Telephoto AF-S Zoom Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8D ED-IF Autofocus Lens -

It has the built-in Silent Wave Motor, which is a must! The worst part is it cost a small fortune, but you get what you pay for quality wise.

B & H Link

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