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10 Feb 2012 - 6:42 PM

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10 Feb 2012 - 7:07 PM

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Once upon a time, fairs and exhibitions were great places for getting bargains, especially on the last day (and the last hour). Unfortunately, although there are still discounts to be found, the real bargains seem to have dried up somewhat.

When I have asked trade stand holders about this at a number of trade fairs and exhibitions, the common answer is that stand space has become much more expensive and has really changed the economics of the situation.

By the way, both the lenses you mention are first class. I used the 17-55mm f/2.8 as the "standard" lens on my D300 for a couple of years. Unfortunately, as you note, it is a DX lens so I had to change it for the 24-70mm f/2.8 when I switched to an FX camera. If I were in your shoes, I would probably opt for the 17-55mm as a secondhand purchase on eBay, in the knowledge that I would get all, or most, of my money back if I later sold it by the same route.

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10 Feb 2012 - 7:35 PM

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Just noticed that ScottishPhotoTours has a 17-55 in the classifieds, although I am sorely tempted by the D3s that you have for sale LeftForum - but then I'd need a bunch more lenses!!!