joseph_gledhill Posted November 9, 2009 Share Posted November 9, 2009 <p>When a new lens is announced that you want do you purchase it as soon as it is released or wait in the hope that the same lens a year later will give a better performance? I want to buy the soon to be released AF-S 85mm 3.5 and just wandered if there were any issues with new lenses. Many thanks.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wpahnelas Posted November 9, 2009 Share Posted November 9, 2009 <p>why not wait until there's some testing done by credible reviewers, and some real-world feedback on the lens before making a substantial investment? if you need a lens that covers a certain focal length and can't wait, buy a lens that's already got a track record. if you still insist on buying a lens right out of the gate, and it turns out to be unsuitable, you'll end up having to turn around and sell it. if that isn't a problem for you, go ahead. personally, i'd give it some time. not only will you have a better idea what you're getting, but once the initial demand for the "latest thing" subsides, you'll probably pay substantially less money.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter_in_PA Posted November 9, 2009 Share Posted November 9, 2009 <p>I always wait until there's a small handful of reviews to buy a lens. I've bought several "new" lenses. The 18-200 had good reviews (for what I wanted), and so did the Tokina 11-16 and the Nikon 35mm f1.8.</p> <p>Wait for real review.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_morris4 Posted November 9, 2009 Share Posted November 9, 2009 <p>I want to buy the soon-to-be-released AF-S 28mm f/2.0. Really.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Two23 Posted November 9, 2009 Share Posted November 9, 2009 <p>I never am the first to buy anything new. I want others to discover and work out the bugs. I have zero interest in a 28mm f2. I already have the Sigma 30mm f1.4. Nikon was too late, and I'm very happy with it and it's f1.4 speed.<br> Kent in SD</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leicaglow Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 <p>I tend not to be the chump at the front of the line with the big wallet. I'd rather know what others think of a product. But, if it is a cheap enough lens, happens to be available, and I'm interested in it, I'll buy it and try it.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark_drutz Posted November 10, 2009 Share Posted November 10, 2009 <p>I like to wait for a test or two and a few user reviews. If I can't wait I'll get it if it's a Nikon, Sigma, or Tamron because I've learned to trust their quality.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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