I am in the market for some Nikkor lenses which cover everything from 24mm
to around 80mm.  Optical quality (sharpness, contrast and
distortion/curvature) is my first concern and build quality is a close
second.  I am also a big fan of constant-aperture zoom lenses, although
they do not have to be fast (although most are).  I am thinking of a used
35-70/2.8D and a used 24/2.8D, with the possibility of a 28/2.8 should I
feel the need for a 28mm lens.  I'd also appreciate comments about the
24-120 (and the 24-50) in regards to its build quality and its optical
performance (including distortion... I have the Minolta 24-85 and while the
sharpness is great, I don't appreciate bowed horizons).  Since these lenses
will be primarily for landscapes, AF performance (or AF at all) is not an
issue.  The new 28-70/2.8 AF-S is out of my price range, as is the 20-35/2.8.

Finally, is there a good web-based resource for all (or most) Nikon F-mount
lenses?  I have been through many lens test archives which aren't very
comprehensive.

Thanks in advance,

Dan Nelson

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