Originally posted by Fl_Gulfer I'm having trouble trying to deceide between the DA 55-300 or the DA* 60-250.
Is it really worth the money to go for the 60-250? I'm wanting to get a longer zoom than the DA 18-135.
Certainly the 60-250 is the better lens, but depending on what you're looking for, it might not be the better choice.
I have both at the moment and the difference in size (and cost) is quite significant. The 60-250 certainly isn't the kind of lens you're going to want to hang around your neck. I tried that on a short hike yesterday and it wasn't too comfortable
The 55-300, on the other hand, is pretty compact and lightweight (especially given its range and reach). Again, no question the AF, build and optics are better on the 60-250, but there's a stiff price to pay in terms of size and cost.