Intrigued, I looked into the wide angles. Any downside to the Nikon 20mm f/1.8? Any downside to the “D” lenses? I assume they are older technology, but will they match up to a D750 and give the IQ or the comparable “G” series lenses? I know I was concerned about reach but low light, landscape capability of these lenses and the reviews have shifted my focus, so to speak 😉

Thanks! I am trying my best to keep it simple, but want to limit my regrets. BTW, what is a PC lens?

Thanks! I upgraded from the 24-120mm because my copy has a noticeable distortion when wide open at 24mm. My guess is that I will be shooting wide fairly often. My 24-70mm is much better at 24mm. I have already decided against taking the 70-200mm because although I can store it in my bag, it is heavier than I care to carry. I also agree that the 70-200mm would have limited use. A fast prime sounds like a good idea that I’ll look into, though. I have a MeFOTO AO350 collapsible tripod, which I could take with me, but based on my history, probably would not pause to use it much. Hopefully, a fast lens/quality camera combination will get me through. I am not a pro or sell my photos, just occasionally print and hang photos for my own use.

We will be traveling to Venice, Salzburg and Munich this summer. I have been following this forum for several years and as a result I have acquired a Nikon d750 with the following lenses: Nikon 24-120mm 1:4G (kit); AF-S Nikkor 24-70mm 1:2.8G (refurbished from Nikon) and a Nikkor 70-200mm 1:2.8E FL ED (new). Thank you for your insights. Couldn't be happier with the camera and the two f/2.8 lenses. I bought a pacsafe carrysafe wrist strap, a pacsafe carrysafe anti-theft camera neck strap (if I want a change of pace) and camsafe V8 anti-theft camera shoulder bag to help me bring my gear back home with me. I still have a couple of questions: 1) Is there still more I don't know that I don't know about overseas travel photography? 2): I am not crazy about the 24-120mm, (which is why I bought the 24-70mm) but I am concerned the 24-70mm lens will not have all the reach I may need. I don't really want to lug the 70-200mm with me either. Any other lens suggestions that I should consider? I was considering the Nikon 24-300mm but the reviews here and elsewhere suggest image quality inconsistencies from lens to lens and I really don't want to take a chance on that one. Any suggestions from any overseas travelers would truly be welcome. Thanks!

I have the Nikon d750 and Nikon 24-120mm f/4 combination and posted a few months ago. While I agree that it is sharp, focuses fast enough and is decent in low light with VR, my copy has a distortion in wider angles that bothered me. I took Hoggers' advice and I purchased a refurbished Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8, without VR, directly from Nikon. I couldn't be happier. I am about to pull the trigger on the latest Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8. If the reviews are anywhere close, I expect my GAS to be satisfied for some time. No experience with the Sigma, but the next time I am in NYC, I plan to trade in my 24-120mm for a different toy. At this point, I can't say I have missed the extra 50mm reach with the photos I have been taking.

Thanks. I agree, and I have several that I rotate and reformat in the camera between uses.

I was taught that to make mistakes is human. To repeat mistakes is stupid. I've proven I'm human. Time will tell on the rest of it...

Thanks, all! I will very likely buy a replacement, but not necessarily tomorrow. I figured there would be someone on this forum that had experienced something like this in the past.

I removed my SD card from my camera and on the way to the computer, I got a "Honey do," request. Put it in my pocket and forgot about it. The next day, I found it in the bottom of the close dryer, nice and clean. It seems the wife didn't go through the pockets before doing the laundry (usually, my trick😉) and washed and dried it. I put it in the PC and downloaded all my pictures. It worked. I put it back in my camera, formatted the card and took a few pics, and they are there. So now a question for you Hoggers: keep and use the card; buy a new one and keep the washed card as a back up; or just buy a new one and throw the washed card away? Thanks!

Thank you for your input! Truly, the Sigma ART lens is the one Nikon alternative most likely to pull me away from the Nikon lens. My guess is that whatever I buy, especially if it performs as advertised, will be passed on when I head to that last photo shoot in the sky (all of my offspring are into photography), so I am not concerned much about resale value either. I don't have a pro camera shop close by where I can pop in and try these lenses side by side and renting via the internet and having to ship things back is a hassle. So, any Nikon users out there with any experience with the Sigma ART f/2.8 24-70 willing to share their experiences?

I have to admit, this is the case, but I have had positive experiences with Sigma and Tokina lenses in the past. I can afford any of these options but sometimes those chasing the leaders do try harder and I try not to spend more than I need to.

My original post could have been composed better. I realize a lens for a non-professional is not an "investment." An "upgrade" would have been more appropriate. Also, I stand corrected in that my kit lens is an f/4. To be clear, To be clear, no one here forced me to spend my money, but GAS attacks have occurred as a result of following you. Again, Thanks! New toys are cool, no matter your age...

Thank you!

Thanks. I am moving toward replacing the 24-120 lens with a 24-70 lens and eventually a 70-200 lens. I would either keep the 24-120 as a walk around lens or trade it in/sell it when buying the longer zoom. I am looking for the Forum's experience with the 3rd party lenses and I guess I am interested in feedback on the new Sigma ART version. I see B & H now has it available for sale. Anyone have experience with it?

Hello Everybody.

I have been following this forum for years and this is my first question. You folks have cost me a of money in the past, but due to your expertise, none of it has been wasted. Thank you! Now I would like your opinions.

I am not a pro, but have over a terabyte of photos on my hard drive. I shoot mostly in RAW and shoot landscapes, people and wildlife, when I can get close enough (never had a lens longer than 300 mm in focal length on my D300). In other words, pretty much anything not requiring a studio. About a year ago, I upgraded from a Nikon D300 to the Nikon D750 with a kit f/2.8 24-120 mm lens, my only full-frame lens. I have been thrilled with the improvement in image quality of the the combination, especially in low-light situations. I do have a beef with the lens however, since there is a noticeable distortion in the upper left area of the image, especially at wider angles (heads get noticeably elongated if they have the misfortune of falling into this area).

I have a few trips coming up and it is time to buy an f/2.8 24-70 mm lens (don't want to carry around a number of primes, and this range covers 80% of the shots I take). I know about the Nikon trinity and am considering the Nikon model without VR, because my hands are still steady and to save a few bucks. So here is my question: What am I giving up if I "settle" for the Tamron, Tokina (no image stabilization either) or the new Sigma ART lens?

Hi,
Long time observer here, but first post. I bought this lens with my D750 and am ok with it, but there is a noticeable distortion in the upper right quadrant of my images, at least at wide angles. I am not sure if this is an individual lens problem or if anyone else has noticed this. Otherwise, a great walk around lens and the combo is far better than the images I get on my D300 with the Nikkor 18-300 mm f3.5-56G or my Tokina SD 16-50 mm f2.8 lenses, especially in lower light.