WELL, I DIDN’T ORDER THIS VERY EXPENSIVE LENS for the D70, but after perusing some of the reviews forwarded by readers in response to my earlier post, I did buy this far more reasonably priced one. It doesn’t address my desire for a wider wide-angle, but it does provide more telephoto reach, and in a very convenient and versatile package, which is good for travel. I had some doubts about the quality given the price point, but the reviews were excellent. I’ll try to shoot a few pics over the weekend and put them up so that you can decide for yourselves.

Meanwhile, here’s a review of the lens that was too expensive for me. And here’s a review of the lens I bought.