> Harold, the 80-320 at the long end is not much better in the center > than at the corners, and it doesn't improve a lot by stopping down > either. I think it's a nice lens just by this consistency of image > quality. However, I don't think that above 200 mm it'll fit the > sharpness requirements of the *ist d sensor (60 lppm).
Thanks for the information on the 80-320 Alin. I was hoping that centre sharpness would have been a lot better than the edges. As I more interested in the 320 end of the lens I will just have to keep an eye out for a reasonably priced 300mm prime, preferably Pentax or any 3rd party manufacturer who makes a decent 300mm f4. >From what other people have said about digital cameras and 35mm designed zoom lenses I think I will wait until the ist D is on the market before making any lens purchases! Harry > -- Harold Owen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
