"And I've currently got 3 lenses that all cover 50 mm as well."
What the heck, guess I can't count- make that FOUR.
Well, see what I mean?
Good points, all appreciated. Yes, my DA*16-50, -is- a good copy (should be, Pentax replaced my original under warranty!), and I like that lens a lot. I really don't use the Tamron much- one of it's initial "attractions" was its "macro" (well, more like "close focus") capability. But it's no comparison to the Sigma 70 in that regard, so the point is moot. Plus I'm pretty zoom-heavy; everyone needs a couple good primes, right?
Nice shot J- very nice skin tones and you seem to always nail the exposure. That's one beautiful baby!
Thanks for everyone's input. Time to break out the plastic.