[BELLERBY]

Got this on Saturday.

To save duplicating, here's a link to my first 'out the box' thoughts...


new VR lens

[Toad]

I have one of these myself and the biggest issue that I have with it is that is *never* comes off my camera. Now I have a bag full of other exceptional pieces of glass that never get used. Congratulations - I absolutely assure you this lens will get a LOT of use.

[BELLERBY]

yes yes, after using it for about 700 shots already this weekend, it is safe to say that it won't be budging from my camera body for a while.

at least... not until my new D300 arrives.

[matthew]

Very cool -- I love the second ("fuel") sample photo.

[Irma]

I know that is a great lens... Hope to see your pictures soon...

Congrats!

[Wedding Shooter]

Very cool -- I love the second ("fuel") sample photo.

+1 - love it.

[BELLERBY]

thanks, yeah I like how that one came out too. Watch this space.. I think I will be trying to get a few more of those.


:/

[slejhamer]

How is the low-light AF performance with this lens?

[Toad]

The VR helps in low light for still subjects (gives you back about 2 stops). I use it all the time for my night shots. Fast action in low light demands something else though. I think I would use a prime in that situation - or maybe my F2.8 80-200.

[slejhamer]

Thanks Toad. Yes, fast action is more a concern.