Yuan-Juhn Chiao wrote on 03.01.06 11:42: > Right now, I'm looking for a decent budget wide-angle > zoom to cover. I would spring for the 16-45, but at > 430 Euros, it's simply too much. I could obtain the > original *istD kit lens (FAJ 18-35) new for around 100 > Euros, around the cost of the current DS kit lens. >> From what I've read so far on the 18-35, the consensus > seems rather negative. Is it really that bad? What > are some possible alternatives in the same price > range? > > Would appreciate any insights or comments! If you plan to use it only on digital, then look rather for DA 18-55 - more uniwersal, better build quality, smaller (filter 52 mm) and with QSF (Quick Shift Focus - enables you to manually tweak focus afer AF.
-- Balance is the ultimate good... Best Regards Sylwek

