To markstaples: Nikon 18x200 VR Lens

[gneufeld]

I purchased the D80 in September and got the 18 x 200 only about 3 weeks ago so am still very much new and learning about each component and the combination. I like the camera - it offers a wide range or options (many of which I haven't even experimented with yet) but if you look at my postings in the last two months, I hope you will agree the image quality is pretty good. The lens is amazing - I love the range in one compact package. I am experimenting with the VR component. I just read about and learned the hard way that if on tripod or handheld over a support or something, it can actually kind of work against itself - looking for shake when there is none. So far I have had it switched on all the time and have had basically very good results so far with only a few images out of focus - somewhat to my surprise actually - but probably my own fault! That said, I think the D80 / 18x200 is a great combination. Take care. Gerald

[markstaples]

Thanks for this detailed response Gerald. My 18-200 has just arrived but I haven't as yet been out and about to use it. This is quite encouraging given the dosh I've just forked out!!! Cheers
Mark

[gneufeld]

You've probably read all you want to about the 18x200, but one source for pretty detailed info on this particular lens (and many other things) is www.kenrockwell.com I see him as a self proclaimed expert on most things photographic but I have learned alot by reading some of his stuff. I received my 18x200 as a farewell retirement gift so was spared the sheckels you had to spot to purchase it! Take care. Gerald