Lens of the day!

O.K. it’s not Friday, but I just couldn’t wait. I was asked yesterday if there was one lens in my bag that I couldn’t imagine living without, yep, this is it, the Nikkor 70-300 AFS VR zoom. This little gem is not very expensive, and for that reason, many never learn of it’s sterling performance. Nikon’s new 70-200 AFS VR II f 2.8 zoom is a great pro piece of glass, it also cost over $2,200.
This little fellow weighs less than half as much, is smaller and is nearly as sharp, cost? Around $550. All of that means little unless the lens performs. Let me share a few images made with this lens, and let you judge for yourself:

Having the right gear when working in the field can make all the difference in getting the shot. While most often, you get what you pay for, it’s good to know that in some rare circumstances, bargains do exist! As long zooms go, this little sweetheart is definitely on that short list…….

Another great deal? A life long walk with Lord. Now that’s an even better deal………

the pilgrim