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Has the 16-85 put any 16-45s out to pasture?

Started Feb 1, 2016 | Discussions thread
OP GossCTP Veteran Member • Posts: 6,207
Re: Has the 16-85 put any 16-45s out to pasture?

Joseph Tainter wrote:

The DA 16-45 was my travel workhorse. I'll never part with it, but have now switched to the DA 16-85, mainly for the water resistance.

Joe

Do you notice much difference optically vs the 16-45? Are there any areas the 16-45 is preferable (aside from weight)?

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