Very good topic for me. I'm one of those that have that chemistry so I have to be very aware of my behavior. But being aware doesn't always help.
Peter Zack had a thead going that addressed this issue in a lot of ways also
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-slr-lens-discussion/33651-shoot-le...eam-about.html. I went back and forth about responding there and didn't so I think I will share this time around.
The big question asked is "do I really need that lens"
For me and all of us, it really is a needed question. But for me that is part of the dilemma.
I am new to the d-slr thing and much has changed since I first bought my camera back in January.
I used to be a very avid hiker so when I got my camera that was the first thing on mind. Landscape.
But due to some health issues, that has been put on the back burner for a time.
Anyway, that was the reason for the purchase of the Sigma 17-70 I used to own which would have been perfect for that.
Boy, I wish things were that simple. I could have kept my kit to just a couple lenses.
Well, since that time I have discovered I really enjoy birding/wildlife. I also discovered I like portrait also and have some ideas I would love to explore. ( I would have never thought I would take this up ) I'm not a people person.
Last but not least , Macro. Something very intriguing.
OOPs. Did I say last? What about bokeh? The painting and artistry one can do with different lenses.
So, I will ask that question agian. Do I really need it?
Well, finances do not allow me to just get what ever. So I do have to keep things in check. That is one thing that feeds the fire though because I am always looking for that killer deal. I have missed some unbelivable bargains. For example I seen a K 85 1.8 go for $100 on craigslist ( a thread topic states one went for over $1100 a week ago ). It can all get a bit insane.
My road map still has the addition of something 70-200 f/2.8. I would like the Nokton 58 for portrait and bokeh. And next season when I get back out hiking again I will want something wider than what I have.
On a positive note. I do see my self getting closer to being content so to speak. I have learned a lot from the lenses I have tried and sold. My last purchase slowed me down a bit.
I do get out and use all the lenses I buy but I do need to do it more often. And also, since I am a beginner I could open a book more often instead of browsing ebay and other markets. I think I want to take a class on photoghraphy.
I have much to learn!!