Hi Gang ... I've decided that these two lenses are on the A-list for consideration as the first new lenses for the DS. I'm primarily a prime shooter, but over the years have come to appreciate the short, wide, M24~35 zoom, so the FA20~35 seems like it would be just fine.
Both lenses are about the same price @ B&H, so there's no price incentive to get one over the other. The 35/2.0 looks to be somewhat smaller and lighter than the 20~35, but not so much so that it would be a major consideration. The extra speed of the 35mm is a plus, but then so is the wider option on the zoom. IOW, it's a bit off a tossup which lens to get first. The only thing I'm unsure of is how their optical qualities compare. How's the zoom wrt distortion at the wide and long end, in fact, let's just addresss the long end, and compare their performance @ 35mm. Is there a noticeable difference between the two lenses, and if so, in what areas? Right now it's a tough decision as my budget is constrained. I like the idea of the smaller, faster prime, but the wider focal length range of the zoom is a big factor. So, what are your thoughts? Shel
