18-135mm kit lens or 18-200mm D80
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16-85mmVR instead of 16-135VR?
how cheap is tamron 17-50mm F2.8?
OOps... I stand corrected! And that kinda shows how much I still like the 18-135 lens ;-)
It should be 16-85VR and 70-300VR is the best combo for zoom
Me same... but on D40x.. with 18-55mm for starter.. then move on to 50mm F1.8D which have been on my D40x like 70% of the time. Currently just got the 70-300mm VR and budgetting for the 16-85mm VR.
@TS.. get the 18-200mm if you think of convient and does not need anything longer than 200mm.. and if you are unsure... then get the 18-135mm for a start.. cos its cheap.. then find ur nitch.. cos end of the day.. you are unsure of what u want to capture, do not plunge into something so expensive. Save the $$ get flash tripod.. cleaning kit.. strap and a dry cab.. which will last for any future upgrades.
just my 2 cents worth.
Yep... two weeks after I go the D80+18-135 set, I got the 50mm 1.8 as well and been using that for like 90% of the time! And sounds like we share the same shopping list... if that's the case, you need to stand by for the D300
I would think 18-135mm is a better choice for you since you have a budget concern.
I personally am using the 18-200mm. I went through many of my shots, 18-135mm covers 90+% of the focal length of my shots. I hardly need to shoot in the 135- 200mm range, other than in some rare occassions of course.
Unless you shoot more at the long end, otherwise it is not justificable in your case to pay S$1k more to make up the 135mm-200mm, that you might hardly use. And if you shoot more at the long end, then adding a 80-200mm later would be a much better choice. Comparatively, 80-200mm with F2.8 would give you much sharper image, and make up the VR that you need to step up to F5.6 all the way to 200mm on the 18-200mm.
So in my very personal opinion, 18-135 mm should be your choice considering your buying criteria.
After owning a DSLR for a while, if given a chance to buy a new cam set, likely config would be 17-50mm, 70-200mm VR, 50mm. I wont go for a MPV like the 18-200mm any more. Dont get me wrong, it is still a good lens especially the convenience of using just one lens; but just that there are better combinations.
I am now waiting for the 17-50mm Tamron. I will still keep my 18-200mm, but not sure if I will still use it once I have the Tamron.
Hope my input helps.
I personally am using the 18-200mm. I went through many of my shots, 18-135mm covers 90+% of the focal length of my shots. I hardly need to shoot in the 135- 200mm range, other than in some rare occassions of course.
Unless you shoot more at the long end, otherwise it is not justificable in your case to pay S$1k more to make up the 135mm-200mm, that you might hardly use. And if you shoot more at the long end, then adding a 80-200mm later would be a much better choice. Comparatively, 80-200mm with F2.8 would give you much sharper image, and make up the VR that you need to step up to F5.6 all the way to 200mm on the 18-200mm.
So in my very personal opinion, 18-135 mm should be your choice considering your buying criteria.
After owning a DSLR for a while, if given a chance to buy a new cam set, likely config would be 17-50mm, 70-200mm VR, 50mm. I wont go for a MPV like the 18-200mm any more. Dont get me wrong, it is still a good lens especially the convenience of using just one lens; but just that there are better combinations.
I am now waiting for the 17-50mm Tamron. I will still keep my 18-200mm, but not sure if I will still use it once I have the Tamron.
Hope my input helps.
Erm, no. It is not sharp, especially around the edges and collar. But cute kid.
Riyanto Ong
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yup! agreed! 
it is 'extremely' flexible lens, especially for travel purposes which requires us to zoom-in and out quickly.
secondly, since we don't need to change the lens frequently (as per my case with 18-70mm and 70-210mm), less 'dust' will go to the sensor ...... :bsmilie:
http://adipranoto.shutterfly.com/action/pictures?a=67b0de21b35d48b90524
it is 'extremely' flexible lens, especially for travel purposes which requires us to zoom-in and out quickly.
secondly, since we don't need to change the lens frequently (as per my case with 18-70mm and 70-210mm), less 'dust' will go to the sensor ...... :bsmilie:
http://adipranoto.shutterfly.com/action/pictures?a=67b0de21b35d48b90524
Yep... two weeks after I go the D80+18-135 set, I got the 50mm 1.8 as well and been using that for like 90% of the time! And sounds like we share the same shopping list... if that's the case, you need to stand by for the D300
Hahahaaa.. u are spot on.. planning that as well.. maybe when the price comes down further.. or better things on the comex or PC show.. ;p
I was using 18-135 kit lens previously but sold away to get the 18-200. There's nothing wrong with 18-135. For its price, it is a wonderful lens to cover such a wide focal length. I actually enjoyed using it.
I changed to 18-200 because I need the VR for a crisp & steady shots. After using it, it is really a lot fun & gives many creative shots.
Cheers!
I changed to 18-200 because I need the VR for a crisp & steady shots. After using it, it is really a lot fun & gives many creative shots.
Cheers!
Okie, looks like have to pull out the 85mm f1.8 to make a comparison after repair.
Cheers!
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