Nikon 17-55 or Sigma 18-50 2.8

ray1

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13 Jun 2005 - 5:21 AM

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Does anyone have the nikon 17-55 Dx or even better does someone have both this lens and the sigma 18.50 2.8 EX DC.

Any views on either lens would be good. The 17-55 is what I want but is there much difference between it and the sigma. No point in spending all that money if the sigma is as good.

ray1

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13 Jun 2005 - 7:11 AM

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Thanks Chris - any chance of having an unprocessed nef to look at. Have you tested across the range from 2.8 upwards.

ray1

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13 Jun 2005 - 10:09 AM

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Thanks chris i will send you my email.

ray1

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13 Jun 2005 - 11:05 AM

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Thanks Ian - I see you have the nikon 70-200vr. How do you compare it to that. I have the Nikon as well so that will give me a feel for a comparison.

dave thelens

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13 Jun 2005 - 11:45 AM

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I have had the 17/55mm f2.8 for about six months now .. and its the best bit of glass I have ever had .. I use it for around 90% of my shots ... otherwise its the 70/200VR which is also a stunning chunk of glass ... I love 'em both

ray1

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13 Jun 2005 - 1:25 PM

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Thanks Dave, I think having the 70-200 is the route of my problem as once you have experienced that lens everthing else falls by the wayside. I can afford both Terry but being a tight arse I dont wont to spend anymore than I have to, however, I want the sharpest lens so will pay if needed. Cheers.

ray1

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14 Jun 2005 - 12:30 AM

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You probably right Terry and I suppose the pain of spending all that money only hurts for a week or two.

IanA

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14 Jun 2005 - 6:24 AM

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It amazes me that people will insist that paying 3x as much for a product will ensure they get something 'better'.
This is one case! :-|