Replacement lens for Nikon D80

[OldBoy]

I haven't use either the Sigma 10-20mm or the Nikon 10-24mm, but have got the Nikon 12-24mm F4 and Nikon 14-24mm F2.8, both of which are cracking lenses. From all the comments I've read from users over the years on the Sigma 10-20mm it's a cracking lens and worth every penny.

[stevef]

Thanks Oldboy, I just don't know whether to stick to Nikon glass or not. I just like the feel and build quality of Nikon

[matt wilson]

Another advocate of the Sigma 10 20 .I have also read that it's not really worth going for the fixed 3.5 in terms of quality .It's been around a while and got a recent highly recommended alongside likes of Canon Nikon etc .Well made lens hood and a decent case too.

I considered the Canon but have no regrets.

[stevef]

Cheers Matt
The Sigma 10-20 looks to be the lens I am looking for in terms of quality and price I will have to see if my local shop will let me test it out.

[stevef]

Originally Posted by chris-p

It's hard to say as there is very little overlap in the focal lengths (at least with the Sigma) and they're not directly comparable. Neither are a replacement for the 18-70, they're more of an extension in range.

Perhaps search through Flickr for shots with both lenses and see what you think...

Chris
just to let you know I went for the Sigma 10-20 and am really pleased with the results, a huge improvement on the nikon kit lens. Thanks for your advice

[chris-p]

Hi Steve
Good to hear you like the 10-20mm, I'm sure you'll get lots of use out of it...

[stevef]

Originally Posted by chris-p

Hi Steve
Good to hear you like the 10-20mm, I'm sure you'll get lots of use out of it...

Chris
one more question if you don't mind, do you use any filters with this lens i.e uv for protection or a polarizer?

Thanks again

[chris-p]

I have a UV filter that lives on it. The only thing I would say is that if I use a UV and a polariser at the same time I get vignetting at anything wider than about 14mm. Seems fine with just a polariser though but I don't use it much - the coaring on the lens seems to partially polarise anyway

[stevef]

Originally Posted by chris-p

I have a UV filter that lives on it. The only thing I would say is that if I use a UV and a polariser at the same time I get vignetting at anything wider than about 14mm. Seems fine with just a polariser though but I don't use it much - the coaring on the lens seems to partially polarise anyway

Thanks Chris UV is the way forward I think.Cheers