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Old kit lens, new kit lens or a pro zoom?

Started Feb 7, 2017 | Discussions thread
john isaacs Veteran Member • Posts: 8,442
Re: I may have framed my question badly: I already have primes

In my opinion, getting to 12mm is significant, so I would try to get the 12-40 or 12-60.

The 12-40 is a really good lens, but so is the 12-35 f/2.8.

Neither has the range of the 12-60, but the 12-60 is slower.

My preference is faster zooms.  But if you don't mind slower, then the 12-60 might be a good choice.

Here, you can get a G85 for $900, and a G85 w/12-60 for $1000.  That's $100 for a lens that sells alone for $550.  Quite a bargain.  If that kit meets your needs, I would say go for it.

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