I never really considered getting one, because I didn't know if the expense was justified.
Since then, I was able to find a good deal on the Nikon 180 2.8 AF ED for my D90,
and now I know the advantages of the DA* 200 - smaller/lighter than a Tamron
or Sigma 70-200 2.8, super sharp - a great candid shooter that is much easier to
lug about than a 70-200 2.8.
It's strange to say "I like the DA* 200 because I have a Nikon 180 2.8", but
buying the latter has made me totally *get* the former.
Below are shots from the Nikon 180 on a D90 - I know this is weird to do, but I'm
certain that the DA 200 on K20D would do as well or even better - probably
better, from what I've see on pbase and elsewhere.
So - here are the types of shots you'd be able to easily get with the DA* 200:
If you notice the PF on the 'girl in swing' shot - that's the achilles heel of the
Nikon 180 2.8. I think the DA* would do much better there.
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