> I find that I use the Vivitar S1 35-85 2.8 Varifocal as a walking around > lens in the "normal" to "portrait" lens. Results are very good. I'd be > happier if it had A contacts, but we work with what we have.
Well, I guess if you don't mind putting up with the "varifocal" focusing, pressing the extra function button on the D/DS is not much of an extra pain, either. (Just kidding you - I also really like this lens, although I've used it only on K-mount film bodies.) Fred

