Next lens purchase....35mm 1.8g?

jjm1181 wrote:

After doing a little more research I think that I should probably get another lens further away from the 35mm 1.8g.

My current budget is around $250. I could hold off until around x-mas and maybe double that with gift cards, etc.

So if I could get a $500 budget for an ultra-wide lens, should I shoot for a tokina or sigma? The nikons look to be completely out of my price range.

Or do I go the other route and save up for a decent telephoto lens. The new 70 - 200 f4 looks good, but also a little pricey for me.

I know it's a personal preference question, but your opinions are greatly appreciated. THANKS.