While I suspect that Brad's comment was pure speculation, I am certain you are wrong that weight is the only advantage to plasics. I thought impact absorbtion was better for one. When plastic is deformed slightly it is more likely to return to its original shape than metal.
Ah... the VW Beetle bumpers...
The FA*24/2 looks heavy on paper when compared to other 24/2.8. However, I have never felt it's a heavy lens. It balance well on any bodies I have used. Just feel great to use. Can't say the same for FA*85/1.4 or FA100/2.8.Not necessarily. Many say the only downside to the FA*24 is its heavy weight. I don't really see that myself and I own one, but this is a subjective issue and varies from lens to lens so you cannot generalise like this.
regards,
Alan Chan
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