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from Clemson University on 6/30/2007
This lens came with the 18-55 lens and my D40 kit. Tried it out over a couple of hours and I like it. I especially like macro photography, so I've attached a couple of shots from this lens and my D40. I cropped these pix out of their larger originals, and they were shot with the lens in hand less than 48 hours. Been hearing so much about the VR lenses I was especially concerned about camera shake, but overall, handheld without a tripod and shortly after a fresh cup of strong coffee, it looks like this lens works just fine for me. For its price, range, and overall effects, I'd say it's a keeper.
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from Vancouver, WA on 5/26/2007
I had concerns that the lens would not focus fast enough for shooting birds in flight. It was a pleasant surprise that it could focus that fast. The pictures taken at the full 200mm were sharp when enlarged on the computer screen. I also like the light weight for packing into remote areas.
I purchase this lens as a complement to my 18-55 kit lens that came with my Nikon D50. This baby is well worth the money! I have been using this lens to photograph some wildlife, as well at some sporting events. If you are looking for an affordable, well built lens, manufactured by the OEM this would be a good choice. [...]
from Mount Ida, Ar on 2/13/2007
As a long time user of Nikon SLR's and lenses, this product performed as well as any of the old lens for film type SLR's, without the weight and bulk.
from Killingly, CT on 2/13/2007
So far, I've used this lens mostly for high school basketball. I like the results I've gotten so far, but, there's always room for improvement.
from central Texas on 2/12/2007
Very lightweight. the zoom range covers most of the situations I need for casual snapshooting.
from Cleveland,OH on 2/12/2007
I have enjoyed the lense and a great value.
from Austin, TX on 2/12/2007
I've used this lens around home shooting pictures and on a couple of trips (Hawaii & Arkansas). This lens is lightweight and takes great pictures. My one complaint is that when you set the lens to autofocus, the focus ring locks. You have to switch it to manual focus to focus manually (unlike my Nikon 18-70mm)
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from Freeport, Maine on 2/12/2007
This lens produces great photos, is lightweight and easy to use. I discovered, though, that when photographing football or soccer games from the sidelines that you really need a bright sunny day to get sharp photos.
from Arkansas on 2/12/2007
I love it. I get all the credit for great pictures when all I did was push a button.
from Qro, México on 2/12/2007
Its a good lens, good quality pictures, I wish more zoom, but for the price I cant say anything.
from Charlotte, NC on 2/12/2007
Have had very good results using this lens since the camera, a Nikon D70 came with only a 18-55mm lens. But of course subsequent Nikon D models have come with one lens that covers this whole spectrum.
from Princeton, NJ on 2/12/2007
The lens is not that sharp, and manual focus is well nigh impossible because of the narrow and badly placed ring at the front. Autofocus is a bit slow. I would recommend that you spend more and get the 18-200 mm lens with image stabilization. This lens is not much more than a toy.
from Englewood Fl on 2/5/2007
Out of this world
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from Orlando, FL on 2/5/2007
This is a great lens that significantly expands the usefulness of my D50 camera. At first, I didn't understand that the camera wouldn't allow me to take a picture when the subject was too close. That's easy to happen with this telephoto lens. However, I now just back off a tad and the lens works fine. I'm not a pro but this is a great lens for an enthusiastic amateur.
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from Okotoks, Alberta, Canada on 2/5/2007
This is a great lens for the price. I use it on my D50 much more than the D50's included 18-55. The photos are very sharp for a lens of this price. If I were to replace this lens, it would be for one like the 18-200 VR, which is 5X the cost.
Coupled with Kenko's DG extension tubes, this lens works well for macro shots. For best results, turn off the autofocus on the lens, and use the zoom adjustment to focus.
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from Boston, MA on 2/5/2007
Great lens, great price! I've been very satisfied with this lens. As of yet, I haven't discovered anything I don't like about it.
See attached image taken with the lens.
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