I have one and really like it as a general purpose, all-around lens. While it may not have "prime" like quality across the entire range, I find the IQ to be quite decent. Plus, it's very compact, the AF is fast and silent, and it's WR. The shot below is one I took of my son at a birthday party a few weeks ago, thanks in part to the WR
As for trying it out, I won't be anywhere near the Springfield area this weekend and I've got family in town so I can't really slip out for any great length of time. That said, if you happen to be anywhere up in my neck of the woods, let me know and you're always welcome to stop by and try it out.
