Markw
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So, after seeing the D4, and its amazing features, I'm about 80% certain I'll be picking up a D800 when Nikon decides to announce it. So, I'm going to need a half decent, fast, normal zoom lens. There's no question that the 24-70/2.8 Nikkor is completely out of the question. It's simply too expensive. I understand that this lens would be the best lens to have for the job, especially on the rumored 36MP sensor. But, sadly, it's simply not an option.
Anywho, I was naturally looking at the Sigma counterpart; the 24-70mm IF EX DG HSM. I notice this is half the price, and the MTF charts look fairly good to me. I look at the Tamron counterpart, the 28-75mm F/2.8, and it's only <$500! What's the deal with that?! Any comparisons someplace out there you could point me to?
Now, this being said, I don't plan on jumping on the Tamron because of the price. I wouldn't mind paying for the better lens, but I simply can't afford the 24-70/2.8 Nikkor.
Anywho, does anyone have any personal experience with the Sigma 24-70/2.8 HSM model? If so, what's your experience, and what do you think of it as a substitute for the 24-70 Nikkor, at least for a while? I don't really like the fact that the front element moves all about when you zoom, but what can you do, right?
The other option is to use the Nikkor 17-55/2.8, but that would completely defeat the purpose of getting an FX camera, I think. :er:
Mark
Anywho, I was naturally looking at the Sigma counterpart; the 24-70mm IF EX DG HSM. I notice this is half the price, and the MTF charts look fairly good to me. I look at the Tamron counterpart, the 28-75mm F/2.8, and it's only <$500! What's the deal with that?! Any comparisons someplace out there you could point me to?
Now, this being said, I don't plan on jumping on the Tamron because of the price. I wouldn't mind paying for the better lens, but I simply can't afford the 24-70/2.8 Nikkor.
Anywho, does anyone have any personal experience with the Sigma 24-70/2.8 HSM model? If so, what's your experience, and what do you think of it as a substitute for the 24-70 Nikkor, at least for a while? I don't really like the fact that the front element moves all about when you zoom, but what can you do, right?
The other option is to use the Nikkor 17-55/2.8, but that would completely defeat the purpose of getting an FX camera, I think. :er:
Mark