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hello peoples

heading to monument valley, zion np, bryce canyon, grand canyon etc in 2 weeks with my D90 but dont have a wide angle lens to take with me so looking at hiring from a place in LA (LensRentals.com - Wide Angle Lenses) that the best ive found

anyways i just wanted experienced people view on which one they would suggest or any tips so i can get some decent photos

Sigma 10-20mm f/3.5 EX-DC HSM
Nikon 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G DX
Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC
Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8
Tokina 12-24mm f/4 Pro DX'

btw the other lenses i have are the standards 18-55 & 55-200

ps had a look at previous threads and just wanted a bit more of a specific answer

thanks everyone and any tips on the places im visiting if you've been wouldnt go unappreciated
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Old 05-27-2010, 01:42 PM
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Nikon 10-24 would be my first choice, with either the Sigma or Tokina in second.
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The Nikon 10-24 is an excellent, sharp lens. I'd highly recommend it.
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Old 05-27-2010, 02:11 PM
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I personally own the Tokina 11-16mm and can highly recommend it. It's tack sharp, renders beautiful colors, and has the added advantage of low light capability with a fixed over the focal range of F/2.8 aperture. Here's a few quick examples:
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