WTB: 28-70 f2.8 or 24-120 f3.5 VR for Nikon d50.

[yubbie2]

Cope, Janice_d, ElanR... got any pics online where I can see the performance of the 28-105 or 28-70?

[ElanR]

I'm not sure how much you can tell from these small images. This is a sharp, fast lens with good contrast.


Brick wall wide open (f/2.8) at 70mm.





You get a nice, 3D effect with large aperture lenses.





And finally, a self portrait.

[Cope]

The first shot is my 28-105 at 55mm in macro mode, the second is my Nikkor 60mm micro. The 28-105 was shot just before the 60, neither used flash, so I cannot explain the washed out look on the 60mm shot.

[mrdat]

From what I've researched, the Tokina 28-70mm is great. I've seen reviews that say the Tamron 28-75mm 2.8 is a little better. I'm trying to find the Tamron lens for my F100.

If you want a great lens for the Digital, check out the Tamron 17-50mm 2.8, if you need the wide angle...

Here is a sample of the 17-50mm 2.8 wide open at 38mm:

[yubbie2]

Oh jeez... now you guys have got me all hot and bothered about this lens... fantastic pictures!!!!! :-)

[Bats21]

I have a 24-120 VR if your are interested. thanks Louis

[trahanw]

Originally Posted by Bats21

I have a 24-120 VR if your are interested. thanks Louis

If Jesse isn't interested I'd be.. Price, details

[mickmcco]

Nikon did make a 28-70 f2.8 lens. Some places, it's called "the beast" because of its size and weight. But it has a great reputation and takes great images. I recently picked one up from another Forum member and am just beginning to experiment with it, but already can see it will become one of my favorite lenses.

[ol geezer]

I have a Nikkor 24-120 (not VR) if you are interested.

[srwatters]

Depending on your subject matter, VR might not be an advantage over a larger aperture. Case in point is moving objects (i.e. sports). VR will not help you stop motion blur from the subject moving. It will help with the photographer shaking from a slower shutter speed.

I shoot Nikon and can tell you that the 28-70 and new 24-70 are simply outstanding lenses. I know they are expensive, but I can go out with my 24-70 and 70-200 and cover pretty much all I need (remembering I shoot people. Usually ones that aren't moving).