> Heck, let's face it; even on a self-selected list of gearheads > like the PDML, the vast majority of shots that are exhibited > are exceptional because of the skill of the photographer; the > kit lens on a DS (or an MV with the 50/f1.7, or a Spotmatic, ...) > in the right hands can produce stunning results.
Sure but also in modern times a 50mm isn't all that standard anymore. Something like a 28-300 2.8-37.9 is more common (duh). So bearing in mind he speaks for the mass market, his comments are stupid IMO. You and me it's maybe different... but I'm no mass market ;) ---------------------- Thibouille ---------------------- *ist-D,Z1,SFXn,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ...