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Last week I bought the Nikon 14-24 F2.8 wideangle zoom.  It is nothing short of amazing.  I have never owned a super wide angle before.  I do have the DX 18-55 Nikon and use it the most of any in my bag.  I wanted to add a lens that took advantage of the FX D3, this does just that.  For such a wideangle lens the 14-24 has little if any picture loss at the corners.  I can’t see any.  As the F2.8 would suggest it is an excellent low light lens.

Because of the front scalloped shade the lens does not accept any filtration.  The lens is very sharp.  Minimum focus length is 9″ and from there to infinity the lens performs flawlessly.  As Joe McNally says, the lens is  commitment, it isn’t light, but it is easy to hold, especially on the D3.  

Having spent time shooting around Chipping Campden this weekend, I took a lot of shots with a foreground subject and huge skys.  At f22 the depth of field is nothing short of spectacular.  If you like landscapes that have foreground subjects or broad expansive panoramas this is the lens for you.  It is easy to fall in love with and as I found this weekend, hard to put down. 

I bought the lens from Grays of Westminster.  This is the second purchase I have made there.  I don’t get a discount and am not connected to the store in any way but have no hesitation in recommending them.  It is a wonderful store to just browse, and I am not a browser by nature.  There are three floors of camera equipment, and if you are cheap like I am, they have a fantastic selection of used equipment and a knowledgeable staff as well.  Highly recommended.

I will post photos taken with the the 14-24 this weekend on my website.