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$0.00 Summary: I bought this lens for its features "on paper", and for the good reviews here. But mine (it was second hand, for 350 US$) was so so so soft (low contrast) that it was almost useless unless stopped down to f 5.6 Resolution was aceptable closing to f 4 or more.
I only had it one week before returning it to the shop, but I shot two rolls of portraits, landscapes and test patterns under controlled conditions. I don't feel like buying one now, maybe some day... Strengths: Of course, that fixed f 2.8, the range up to 105 mm and the minimum focus distance of 1 metre (3.3 feet) should make it ideal for portraits... but I would suggest you try it before keeping it. Good materials. Weaknesses: A little bulky, but not much for all it offers. The one-touch action could slide the zoom if you release it, mine was that soft. Mine had such a low contrast that it was hard to know when the subject's eyes were focused upon. Similar Products Used: Tamron 28-80/3.5-4.2 SP (a great one), 28-70/3.5-4.5, 35-135, Nikon AF 28-85/3.5-4.5, Sigma AF 28-70/3.5-4.5 Customer Service: Lens was second hand, due to the poor results with this unit I returned it. I don't know how the other units might perform.
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