<p>Steve: That is an excellent picture.<br>
As I said before, the 18-105mm is a very good kit lens. And from all the reviews I have seen, the 18-140 is comparable. Especially with the discount when bought with a camera, they have excellent price-performance benefit over all other lenses. Of all the affordable lenses I have tried, nothing produced visibly better results than my late 18-105mm.<br>
Thomas: I agree that 20mm is not very wide on DX but is closest to the 35mm FX focal length I am looking for. It sure is a bit expensive.<br>
Owen, Jim, Delwyn, others: I understand your recommendation of 35/1.8 DX and completely agree with it. There is no better lens at $200. I use it comfortably outdoor/bigger space. When using indoor, the 35mm is not wide enough for me. I grew up with a 36mm film camera and feel at ease with that focal length (~24mm on DX). I am not used to lenses wider than that. Even at 28mm FX, I have spoiled many shots with bad composition.<br>
I am looking forward to try 24-85 VR, 16-85 VR and Tokina 12-28 f/4. I will borrow them from friends for a few days or rent them from a local store when available. I am not buying/returning this time.<br>
Many online recommendations say not to buy lenses with overlapping focal length but I find that impractical. For example, the 18-140 will serve most general situations. At specific times only something like Sigma 18-35/1.8 can do the job. When one can afford, I think it is useful to have these multiple lenses.<br>
Until I find that right combination, my DX 35/1.8, 50/1.8G and 70-300 VR will find good use.<br>
Thanks.<br>
Satya</p>