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from eBay Summary: Since purchasing a Nikon D200 several months ago, I've been researching and considering a "normal" prime lens. I purchased a 28mm f/2.8D but was not impressed by it. I considered the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 but have read mixed reviews - and I felt that it was expensive, large and heavy. Although I like my "normal" lenses a bit wider, at about 50 degrees of coverage, it's not as important because I'm moving around a lot when taking photos with a prime lens anyway. I'd read a lot of positive reviews of the 35mm f/2 D so I started looking for one. Let me say this: I'm very impressed with the sharpness, the color rendition and the lack of distortion. It is very compact and seems to be very well made. It feels like something in your hand, rather than the super-light weight plastic lenses out there. It's not quite up to the standards of the 17-55 f/2.8 DX but it's certainly better than most 3rd party lenses. Focus is accurate, and having f/2 is nice in lower-light situations. Strengths: Sharp images, accurate focus with the D200, compact, and nicely made. Weaknesses: A little expensive for what it is, although it is reasonable considering it's quality. Similar Products Used: Nikkor 28mm f/2.8D, Contax 45mm f/2, Contax 35mm f/2, Zuiko 50mm f/1.4. Customer Service: Not needed yet.
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