Originally posted by RpM Thanks to everyone for their responses. It was not the SR of the camera because it is happening when the lens is off the body. It definitely doesnt sound right. I have contacted KEH and they are setting up a return, I just wanted to use it this weekend oh well. On a different note (and maybe I should start this in a new thread) anyone compare it to the 16-50 as far as IQ? That was another lens I was considering as I want a WA. I was drawn to the extreme WA at 12mm but 16 is pretty wide too and just wondering anyones opinions if you have used the two of them. Thanks again to all.
RIck
There is a huge difference between 16mm and 12mm. Since you had your heart set on the 12-24, why not just order another one from KEH (if they have one)? They are very good about warranty and returns.
I had the DA* 16-50, but ended up selling it to help pay for the 12-24. 16mm just wasn't wide enough for how I want to use it. I find my 12-24 better in overall IQ than my 16-50 was, but there is kind of a crap shoot with the 16-50 as far as getting a good copy (not talking about SDM issues here).
Everyone's needs are different, but for myself I have a great combination now - the 12-24 plus the DA 35 2.4 prime and DFA 50 2.8 macro.
Try another 12-24 - it's a fabulous lens!