Feedback on the Nikon 105mm f/2.8

[cesar_rosales]

Hi all,
Someone has used or have a Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor, I'm thinking of buying one for this christmas but I've found very different oppinions on the web.. tell me what do you think...

Here's the amazon link...

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...C8THK&v=glance

I'll appreciate any comments... thanks.

[wulf]

You could have a look through the 1,800 or so pictures taken with that lens and posted to the Nikkor group pool on Flickr (or all appropriately tagged images - getting on for 8,000).

I have used that strategy myself in the past for lens shopping. I feel that looking at what people have done with the lens is sometimes better than just reading the opinions of those who love or hate it enough to write a review.

Wulf

[cesar_rosales]

Thanks for your comment Wulf... that was not a bad idea at all.

[xxpinballxx]

I was looking at this same lens....I just gotta slow down....only got my camera a month or so ago and got 3 lenses already and havent really even had time to go out shooting.
I always throw myself into hobbies.

[wulf]

3 lenses should be more than enough to keep you going for a bit (in fact, you've got the same basic set up as me ). After all, you can only use one at a time...

Wulf

[xxpinballxx]

yeah I know I havnt changed it to show the 55-200mm VR too. so its actually 4 lenses counting the 18-55mm kit lens. Im sure thats enough especially since i dont get a cahnce to shoot that often. Much rather get my sb-600 and bigger bag to hold it all.
Wulf have you looked into the battery grip for your camera? I love mine feels more substantial in my large hands and plus the thing never dies!

[wulf]

I've had no problems with the battery running out (plus the present set up fits neatly in my bag) so I haven't considered a battery grip yet.

Wulf

[xxpinballxx]

I bought it purely for the size cause my hands are so big....but really love that i never see a battery drain at all.....

[baseballboy828]

I am also buying one in early December. In regard to how many lenses, I'd say the following is a full kit:

12-24 f/4
17-55 f/2.8
24-70 f/2.8
70-200 f/2.8
200-400 f/4
50 f/1.4
85 f/1.8
105 f/2.8 Micro

Practically, a 17-55, 70-200 (or 80-200) a macro lens, and a prime or two should do fine. That list was basically covering everything anyone other than a pro wildlife shooter would want.

[jdepould]

Originally Posted by wulf

3 lenses should be more than enough to keep you going for a bit (in fact, you've got the same basic set up as me ). After all, you can only use one at a time...

Wulf

Just buy another body, then you can use two. Simple, cost effective solution.