It is possible I will find myself able to upgrade my camera soon. I am currently using a Canon Powershot S5IS and will likely choose to upgrade to the Nikon D300. (Although I have also considered the Canon 40D).
But I am really at a loss as to what lens or lenses to choose. I will probably not be able to spend more than $2500 (maybe less) on the body + lenses. The lens choice I make at this point is rather important, as it will likely be some time before I could afford to purchase additional equipment.
There is a Nikon D300 kit option with the 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AFS DX VR Zoom. This seems it might be a good option, however I've read both high praise and negative comments regarding this lens. One review quoted barrel and pincushion distortion throughout and did not recommend it for wildlife and/or architecture photography while another reviewer stated that since acquiring this lens he rarely has need for anything else. Does anyone have any experience with this lens?
I shoot primarily wildlife/nature/landcape, but dabble in architectural images as well.
I am wondering if I would be better off to purchase two separate lenses instead of the one "do it all" 18-200. (If I could accomplish that given my budget)
But I am really at a loss as to what lens or lenses to choose. I will probably not be able to spend more than $2500 (maybe less) on the body + lenses. The lens choice I make at this point is rather important, as it will likely be some time before I could afford to purchase additional equipment.
There is a Nikon D300 kit option with the 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF AFS DX VR Zoom. This seems it might be a good option, however I've read both high praise and negative comments regarding this lens. One review quoted barrel and pincushion distortion throughout and did not recommend it for wildlife and/or architecture photography while another reviewer stated that since acquiring this lens he rarely has need for anything else. Does anyone have any experience with this lens?
I shoot primarily wildlife/nature/landcape, but dabble in architectural images as well.
I am wondering if I would be better off to purchase two separate lenses instead of the one "do it all" 18-200. (If I could accomplish that given my budget)
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!