----- Original Message ----- From: "Joseph Tainter" Subject: Re: 20mm f/:2.8 SMC FA with *ist D
> If your are considering zoom lenses, my evaluation of the DA 16-45 f4 is > that it has very high image quality. I rate it in the same class as the > excellent FA 20-35 f4. I just saw one today. Quite large, but it seems respectable. > > If you want a wide-angle prime lens, in a few months the DA 14 f2.8 will > be available. It should give about the same angle of view as a 21 mm. > lens in 35 mm. format. The A 15mm f/3.5 is stll available new as well, though there is a bit of a wait for it. You give up AF for full 35mm frame coverage. Probably give up some extra $$ as well. William Robb
