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<p>I currently own a Nikon D90, Nikkor 35mm 1.8 and SB-600. I love the camera/lens combo and i'm just getting to know the SB-600.<br>

I have a trip coming up in August and need to add some more glass to my bag.<br>

From using my current set-up I often find myself backing up and wishing for a wider angle. (most of my pictures are family gatherings and while traveling, so there are a lot of buildings, street photography, few landscapes)<br>

Initially I was set on getting a dedicated wide angle prime or zoom. My choice narrowed down to Tokina 11-16 primarily because of f/2.8 and the many rave reviews of its quality both on this site and others. When I went to test it out in my local photo store, 11mm is extremely wide and the zoom range is negligible (in my opinion they should of made it a 14mm prime). It is definitely a special purpose lens, and I need an all-around lens.<br>

So I am out looking again for a fast wide angle zoom that covers the 16/17/18 - xx mm range. Unlike the UWA lens selection, there are a lot more choices in this range, and I am turning to you guys for some guidance and perspectives.<br>

My budget is $600.<br>

This will be my primary lens that will live on the D90. I don't expect to move to FX so FF comparability is not a concern. I will probably upgrade to the D300 successor in a few years.<br>

I would like to have 2.8 but is not required since i can use the 35mm 1.8 in low light.<br>

The zoom range on the long end is not as important as the wide angle.<br>

I heard a lot of good and bad stories about Tamron, and I am hesitant due to their quality control issues, but if that's the best choice, I'll take my chances.<br>

I haven't heard many things about Tokina 16-50 and I was wondering whether folks here have any experience with it. If the build quality of the 11-16 is similar to the 16-50, I like it!<br>

Thank you in advance!</p>

<p>Eric's comparison pictures really turned around my perception of the SB-400. It's more of a walk around add-on, which by-the-way is very appealing to me, and surely will find its way into my bag.<br>

I just picked up SB-600 with diffuser on my local c r a i g s l i s t for $150. I'll keep an eye out for an SB-400 as well, and if the price is right (~50) i'll go for it as well. Now its time to experiment :)<br>

Thank you all for your perspectives, I truly appreciate it.</p>

<p>Thanks for the responses.<br>

Looks like i need to start looking for the SB-600.<br>

<br />My thoughts on the SB-400 were that its a great small lens for casual interior shots and to use as fill-flash in sunlight. It also makes for a great travel companion. But I see your point about its limited use...<br>

<br />I thought that as long as I can use the SB-400 effectively with Tokina 11-16 for interior group photos and the 35mm prime for portraits, the flash will serve its purpose. But looking at Eric's pictures (Thank You!!!), the SB-400 can't handle the UWA lenses. Its very unfortunate because I really liked the small form factor. :(</p>

<p><strong>But even with the SB-600, it still cannot properly light the scene @ 12 mm. Is that correct? So it would have to be bounced off the ceiling or used with a diffuser when flashed directly at the subject for focal distances wider then 14mm.</strong><br>

<strong>Eric, would it be too mutch to ask to take the same picture with SB-600?</strong><br>

<br />""You could possibly outgrow the flash the moment you insert a large lens with a large hood. All depends what lenses you will use with it.""<br />Ahhhh... the lens wishlist...<br />1. Tokina 11-16 2.8<br />2. Tokina 50-135 2.8 or Sigma 50-150 2.8<br />3. Possibly Nikon 85 1.8 - depending on how i like the bokeh on the zoom lens above.</p>

<p>There is absolutely nothing "wrong" with a D90 from Walmart.<br>

I purchased my D90 and 35mm1.8 from them a few months ago when bing.com was running their 25% cashback.... that was a great deal...<br>

Camera and lens are new and function as advertised.</p>

<p>Greetings,<br>

I have leveraged this forum to gather critical information to help me in my gear selection and picked up some great tips. So many thanks to all the members from a long-time lurker :)<br>

I currently have Nikon D90 and 35mm 1.8 Prime lens.<br>

My next major investment will be in a Wide Angle lens. Right now I am leaning towards Tokina 11-16mm, although the 12-24 is till a strong contender in my head.<br>

Meanwhile, I reached a point where I need a dedicated flash. After a lot of consideration, I think I settled on the SB-400 with a clear understanding that SB-600 will probably be in my future after I outgrow the SB-400. My major reservation is whether the SB-400 can be used with a Wide Angle Lens without casting a shadow.<br>

For the purpose of this question, lets say that the set-up is Nikon D90, Tokina 11-16 and SB-400.<br>

Will there be a shadow @ 11mm?<br>

If anyone has any pics taken with that set-up, that would be AMAZING!!!<br>

Thank you in advance.</p>