ClarkJohnson wrote:
Do it. You are spending how much on a cruise plus travel for a one-time trip and you worry about the cost of a lens? Plus, since (I believe) there is still a good chance that the pandemic will be restricting travel by then, at least you will still have your new lens.
Good news is no penalty if need to reschedule. We had our first vaccine shots Wednesday so will be good. At least three countries involved to get to St. Petersburg though so there is still a risk.
Read some reviews so have decided to get it. Not overjoyed with KEH offer for 16-35 so listed it here first. Also their offer on 24-70 so low not worth parting with it. It is a little better quality in its range than 24-200 and great for indoor shots.
Other choice is whether to save $300 by getting refurb or grey market. Have done that on another lens and so far worked out fine.