Hey dcbear Tamron 70-200 vr is top on my $$$$$ lens list. i was looking for a prime something like a 85, 50. i do have a 35mm 1.8d from nikon i dont know how good or sharp that lens will be on my D800 i have a shoot today i was thinking about using it instead of my Tamron but i love my tamron is super super sharp on my d800. i dont want to risk it lol. i want a prime lens i can relay on right now im always relaying on my tamron.