If we're going to make wishes, I wish it were the 800/5.6.
A 28/2.8 is one of those combinations I would use occasionally but don't feel a compulsion to buy. I have a 28-105/3.5-4.5 Nikon and I don't take a lot of pictures wide open at 28mm wishing for another half a stop.
I'm conflicted -- I too wish it was the 35 IS -- I'd buy that in a second!
I was out yesterday with the original 28/2.8 and had a great time with it on 1D3. It is really a versatile focal length on all three formats. And the new one has great IQ (been re-reading the reviews to remind myself).
Vox -- Unlike you, I have the 28-135 IS and the 28-300L, and often wish I had a little faster lens at the wide end and also top imaging quality. (I got rid of my 28-105 some time ago -- just doesn't cut it, even on crop.)
I have the older model 28 and 35 right now and like them. Price is the only thing standing in my way.
But if I have to choose, the 35 IS will be more useful for me, coupled with my 24 TS-E for good range and IQ.
You got that right. Haven't had a chance to shoot it much, but it doesn't seem like I got a bum copy. I always feel like I'm playing the lottery when getting a lens...
-Tim
jcolwell wrote:
No worries. It evens out, over time.
Feb 01, 2013 at 08:28 PM
Lars Johnsson Offline • • • • • • • Upload & Sell: Off
Got one,
I have one word for my reaction as I took the first shot and viewed it on screen......WOW!!!
What a beauty of a lens...redefines SHARP...especially in the centre from f2.8-f5.6 it absolutely pings.
Love the compact size too and the Image Stabiliser.
tsdevine wrote: Thanks for the tip, unfortunately I got it at Amazon, seemed like they dropped it $30 before Adorama and B&H. But Adorama dropped it another $70.
C'est la vie.
If U are in the 30 days window, sent it back
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