TommiRulz wrote:
I started with Canon years ago, so all I know is Canon names and jargon. But a friend wants a new lens for her nikon and I have no idea what the Nikon version of an "L" lens is. Could one of you Nikon dudes please give me a quick schooling in Nikon Lenses. aka: whats the name of the kit types vs. the L types
If the Nikon lens you are considering is priced similar to a Canon L lens with similar specs then it should be L class quality lens. But in general Nikon has kit lenses that in some cases are so and so. But the rest of their lens arsenal is generally good quality glass.
Another way to check on Nikon lenses is to google them or google f.x. Canon 24-70 L vs. Nikon etc. Then you will get lot of info about specific canon lenses vs similar Nikon lenses.