Question for the group

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6. I was hoping you would respond, Major Nikon.

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You've always been very generous with sharing your knowledge. You gave me excellent advice on the Nikkor 35mm f/1.8, which has proven to be one of my favorite primes, alongside the 50mm f/1.8 and the 85mm f/1.8.

First, I apologize for taking so long to respond; I was on the road to San Diego yesterday, and didn't get here until late last night.

Most of the negative comments I've read on super-zooms caution against the same things you observed, and it makes sense.

I appreciate your heads up on the Tamron 17-50mm f/2.8. I've also been looking at the Nikkor16-80mm f/2.8-4E; not sure if it's really worth twice the price of the Tamron, but I'm going to check it out. Probably rent both to see how I like them.

I am really, really trying to resist the urge to invest in the FX format kit. I think I might be better served by trying to master what is possible with what I have, which really means understanding the principles of photography better.

I haven't noticed you posting in the photo group lately, and I'm glad to see that you're still around!