Originally Posted by Art Vandelay II
We would all love something like a 16-85mm constant f/4 with SDM and weather sealing, but the $800+ price tag and large size/weight that would accompany a lens like that would put it clear out of the market of this Sigma.
i would gladly pay 800 dollars for such a lens
hell, i would gladly pay 1000-1200 dollars for a 16-90ish F2.8 lens
assuming the IQ is top notch,
why you ask? comperative pricing.
1200 dollars for a lens is expensive
1200 dollars for a lens that would otherwise replace the 3-4 primes you have costing 400-500 each all of a sudden seems like a good deal.
this is why i'm planning on trying out the DA*16-50, since i dont shoot below F2.8 (or even 4 for that matter), and my tests proove the IQ sufficient, i can sell my 18mm, 21mm, 28mm, 35mm and my 43 mm, giving me better versatility, SDM/HSM, and some money in my pocket!