Nikon Super Wide Angle-Telephoto AF Zoom Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF A

[topdog]

I know, it's a shocker to think I would sell it. Nikon still has it, I am calling tomorrow to see what on earth they are doing if anything. I have to see if there is an appreciable difference whenever I get it back. I get limited use from this lens because there is no way I can carry such a heavy (for me) lens about in a back pack. So I can only use it when I am near my vehicle or at home. And I need to use a mono-pod to help me out. Not a good lens for trekking in the woods and fields for me. It has been great to use at events where I am more or less stationary.

And I did say I am considering selling it. Decision has not yet been made; I might be more thrilled with the 70-200 if Nikon fixes it.

I am very happy with the 18-200 VR. It is not too heavy and takes great photos.

[Nikonfreak]

Well, I'll tell you this. After I got my 70-200 back from Nikon, I dare say it was as good as many of the primes I've used and where it wasn't, it was darn close.

Wherever I go, I debate on whether or not I want to be without the 70-200 rather than whether or not I want to take it.

I'm sure I'll be feeling the same way now about the 28-70 Nikkor. It's significantly bigger than the 24-85 f/3.5-4.5 AF-S that I'd been using and 10mm larger around than the Tamron 28-75 that I have.

Big lenses, but really big on quality.

Julio

[jaguar]

ordered 18-200 lens from B & H about 2 months ago.
anyone have a guess as to when Nikon will supply more of there? getting frustrated and contemplating another choice in lens.

[Nikonfreak]

Originally Posted by jaguar

ordered 18-200 lens from B & H about 2 months ago.*
anyone have a guess as to when Nikon will supply more of there? getting frustrated and contemplating another choice in lens.

It's a funny thing to say, but you might want to check other reputable sources. B&H and some other major retailers were out of stock on the D200 forever and many of us managed to get our D200 bodies via BestBuy Online or Circuit City Online... as unbelievable as that sounds.

I was on the waiting list for Ritz Camera for several months before the release of the D200 and was told around Christmas that I probably wouldn't have it until February. I jumped online and managed to grab one from Circuit City Online and used my deposit at Ritz to buy the SB 800 flash.

I've heard stories of folks getting their 18-200 lens from local retailers rather than the usual suspects of BH or Adorama.

You might also try Abes of Maine.

Julio

[jaguar]

thanks , Julio
will try other sources....have become somewhat a slave to B&H and Adorama......thanks again

[topdog]

I got mine at Cord Camera. They have an online store and 800#. I would call the 800# because they do not always display the fact that they have the lens and camera in stock. They are wonderful to deal with.

Here they are:
http://shop.cordcamera.com/storefron...spx?sfid=53874
1-866-338-CORD (2673)
or email us at cordesales@cordcamera.com

My experience with Adorama was such that I will no longer do any business with them.

[dvdowns]

well today [ 1/4/06] I went into the shop and placed an order for my new 18-200VR lens [ NZ$1349 ] , hopefully I will have it before the end of the week ....

[Bobj616]

I have had the D200 and 18-200VR on order for a month now at JR.com.* Just talked to them and the lenses are still backordered. He said they had the bodies and the kit with the 18-70 but the other lens is very hard to get. I decided to give it a few more weeks because everything I have read about the 18-200 has been positive. Sure I would like to have faster glass but I can't afford the $2000+ for the lenses I would need to cover this same range in the pro lenses. The wait is making me crazy .* Bob

[dvdowns]

me too , I haven't heard from the salesman that was going to order it yet . He had sold an 18-200 the day before I went in and said he would try to get another one . I wil go in tonight and see ....

[Latinbob]

Originally Posted by Nikonfreak

I absolutely HATE my 70-200 f/2.8 G AF-S VR. It makes all my other lenses look terrible.

I just hate to see you so despondent over the 70-200. Tell you what, ship it to me and I'll take it off your hands for you. I'll even pay shipping, cause I'm nice.

[Mr. Pickles]

Someone hates their 70-200 VR? Am I am too late to get the freebie? Dang it.

[Nikonfreak]

Originally Posted by Mr. Pickles

Someone hates their 70-200 VR? Am I am too late to get the freebie? Dang it.

As Charleton Heston has said many times... "From my cold, dead hands..."

[topdog]

My 70-200 VR is still at Nikon Service. Four weeks now and still waiting for a part that is "difficult to get"
Dang it too!

[Nikonfreak]

Originally Posted by topdog

My 70-200 VR is still at Nikon Service. Four weeks now and still waiting for a part that is "difficult to get"
Dang it too!

Did you tell Nikon that you are a working professional and that you need your lens??

Mine was back in 6 days.

Julio

[topdog]

Did you tell Nikon that you are a working professional and that you need your lens??

Mine was back in 6 days.

Julio

Getting someone on the phone is not easy. Guess I am going to have to try it and play the push #1 etc, listen to what I can find online and wait wait wait for a live person.