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<p>In the meantime, Tokina has released their version, so we have yet another choice. LensRentals tested the Tokina and found it to be just a little better than the Tamron (which is a very nice lens). Stay tuned, I guess.</p>

<p>Maybe it's not ready for prime time. This reviewer seems to think it's not quite as sharp as the older version at some points.<br> http://foto-info.si/review-of-nikon-af-s-24-70mm-f2-8e-ed-vr/</p>

<p>Agree with Gerry: if you can get higher resolution with no penalty, why not? If not for better looking big prints, then better cropping/adjustment ability. I have a GH3 now, and will likely sell it for the GX8 which is better suited to my needs. I do little, if any video. And the GX8, if it's a good as it looks, will make a killer walk-around when paired with the 14-140 and a nice light travel kit with the 7-14, 12-35, and 35-100. Very high quality glass that can take advantage of that new sensor.</p> <p>As it is now, I've made 4' wide prints from the GH3, and they look really nice. Surprisingly good, actually. So I'll take a long look at the GX8. If the EVF is improved, that alone might be reason enough to upgrade.</p>

<p>It looks like Panasonic is paying attention to the still photographers. While this latest model in the "GX" line will shoot 4K, it's clearly designed with still shooters in mind. The first 20MP sensor in this format, a larger body with a more substantial grip, weather sealing, DFD focusing, improved AF tracking, and a nice button and control layout. Yes, the tests need to be done, but this one looks pretty good. Only thing missing is a built-in flash. But I can live with that.</p>

<p>It looks like the newer can, the G7, has about the same IQ as the GH3, but appears to have a better AF system, and offers 4K. Between the two, if I were buying today, I'd go for the newer cam. I guess we'll see when it gets some tests and use.</p>

<p>It's a nice kit. the updated kit lens is much improved, but what I'm curious about is the camera's ability to follow focus. The press release says it's "new and improved" but I'd like to see a test. I already have a GH3 so it's not for me, but it is a nice cam.</p>

<p>Yikes...</p> <p>Yellowstone is full of photo ops, and you should take the time to see all the major (and touristy) sites. Also, take the time to go to Mammoth Hot Springs, which is in the north part of the park. And, as usual, don't miss the Grans Prismatic spring. my suggestion is to get a book and read up. It's a big park!</p>

<p>It's only once a year, but this might be worth checking out: </p> <p>http://scottkelby.com/2014/announcing-the-winners-from-my-7th-annual-worldwide-photo-walk/</p> <p>Look around for more info, that's just the "winners" from last year.</p>

<p>I've used both, but bought the f4 version. The single stop just wasn't worth the size and weight (for me). Image quality from either version is excellent.</p>

<p>I shoot with both, and neither can replace the other for some tasks. While mirrorless may be the future, I live in the present, so I use the tools currently available. Most of the time I shoot with the Panasonic GH3, which is a wonderful camera, but the nicest thing about it is the small and light lenses. The 12-35 2.8 and 35-100 2.8 lenses are excellent, and are tiny compared to their SLR counterparts. You can carry the camera with four lenses all day and not feel it. However, if I need to make large prints, or need higher IQ for whatever reason, the D810 comes out.</p> <p>FWIW, I can make good 20 x 30s from the Panny. But I can make better ones from the D810.</p>

<p>If Adorama is an authorized Nikon dealer, you should get the 5 year warranty. If you sent them whatever form they want.</p> <p>I hope...</p>

<p>Shun, that's the reason I shoot with a Panny GH3; the controls are more accessible on the larger body. I had a GX1 but was driven to distraction by the controls. And yes, a bigger body, like the D810, is easier to use in some respects, but the damned thing is a moose of a camera. If and when I travel, I take the m4/3 stuff. I can carry the kit all day and not feel it.</p>

<p>Maybe. What I'm interested in seeing is the IQ of the new Rebels. If it tops the recently released 7D II, then I would agree.</p> <p>Did they upgrade the AF on the new Rebels, as well?</p>

<p>I'll be buying a FF cam before the end of April, so I'm hoping these are as good as "advertised." Geared towards stills shooters, for a change.</p>

<p>I own this lens. It is a "full frame" fisheye. The angle of view is 180D corner to corner, and the image fills the frame. It does not produce the curricular 180D view.</p> <p>FWIW, it's an excellent lens. Also, if you want something really wide, but not a fisheye, look at either the Panny 7-14 or the new Oly Pro 7-14. I have he Panny, and it's also excellent.</p>

<p>Not sure if you'd be interested in a m4/3 camera, but if you are the 14-140 II is an excellent walk around lens. Pretty sharp with great range. Reason enough to get an m4/3 body.</p>

<p>Nice write up, and by a working pro. Results are stellar, of course. I think the haters will have a hard time finding flaws in this one.</p> <p>Oh, wait, it has an AA filter! :-)</p>

<p>For me, the day you leave a camera at home because it's too heavy, it's time to lighten up. Which is why I went mirrorless.</p>

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