Lens recommendation for D50

[RokleM]

I'm looking for a every day lens, but one that is good at full tank shots as well. I have the kit Nikkor 28-80mm (which is pretty junky). I also have a Nikkor 50mm, which has great pictures, but I have to be back 15-20 feet to get a full shot of my 180 (which isn't possible).

I have the Sigma 28-80mm D, which does macros well. I also have the Sigma 105mm EX, which is the bombdiggidy Point is, Nikkor branded is fine, but I'm open to other alternatives.

Not looking to break the bank, but don't want a $20 lens either.

 

[edwing206]

Nikkor 18-200mm VR.

 

[Phyl]

My 17-55 was a great lens. DX, so it went when I went to FF, but if it weren't for that it would be my favorite lens today. Second only to my 24-70, which is the FF equiv to the 17-55.

 

[RokleM]

Wow, those are way up there. Is there anything down lower in the range that will provide quality shots? I was hoping for sub 300-400 or is that just out of the question?

 

[snommisbor]

18-70mm 3.5-4.5 is a good lens. It is around $300. I got mine with my D70 back then and they still make it. It is a good walk around, can get you to a decent wide angle and has a good zoom range and wont break the bank.

 

[RokleM]

snommisbor, I actually just borrowed that from a fellow reefer last night. I haven't had a chance to test it yet however.