It won't be this lens that is holding you back ... can't afford "better" ... get this and and go shoot. It's great.
I have the 14-24. This was how I decided add filters and a CPL when needed. Usually can't tell the difference between the files.
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smithim • Senior Member • Posts: 1,947
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Yes, I agree... It's often under-rated and, personally, I can't see the benefit in paying more...
mais51 • Veteran Member • Posts: 3,857
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smithim wrote: Yes, I agree... It's often under-rated and, personally, I can't see the benefit in paying more...
I had this lens but lost it last year, yes it is a great lens optically but the construction is not so great, after a year of using it most of markings was gone - worn off, the front element donut dressing piece is soft plastic, it doesn't look plastic until I accidently push on it and it collapsed and crinkled - lucky it didn't fall off. I want to buy it again but a bit hesitance - if you get it, treat it with care.
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smithim • Senior Member • Posts: 1,947
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mais51 wrote: if you get it, treat it with care.
Certainly all reasonable care - but then I do tend to treat my kit as precision equipment that will repay careful handling... It's working so far
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calson • Forum Pro • Posts: 10,717
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One needs to get the newer G version of this lens to get outstanding IQ. I have the 14-24mm but when taking a super telephoto lens the 18-35mm with its smaller size and weight is my first choice. I did a series of closeups and landscapes with a D3 camera and using the 18-35mm G, 14-24mm, and the 16-35mm f/4 and the 18-35mm was sharper than my copy of the 16-35mm lens and it was easy to see even with images from a 12MP camera.
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This is a very under-rated lens - OK, it's not made to pro build quality but the results are every bit a good as a 16-35 f4. I tested both and could see no great differences - the 14-24 was markedly better but I sold it due to size and weight. This little lens is an ideal travel lens. Highly recommended.
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Yes i have the pre G version and it is not impressive.
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Jocksa • Senior Member • Posts: 1,197
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Fred Mueller wrote: It won't be this lens that is holding you back ... can't afford "better" ... get this and and go shoot. It's great.
I can afford any lens in the Nikon catalogue, and this is still my choice for wide angle. All of my lenses are selected on performance per gram as I carry my whole kit on long hikes and, on that basis, this can't be beaten in my opinion.
I wish I could find a standard zoom that fit the bill as well.
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