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Senna4ever · 12-21-2010, 11:55 PM

I would keep the 24-105 for now and wait until the new (rumoured) 24-70 f2.8 IS comes out possibly next year.

The 24-70 is sharper than the 24-105 (although both are not as good as Nikon's equivalent lenses), but heavier. The problem with the IS in the 24-105 is that at the wider focal lengths, the IS is actually detrimental to image quality - the corners get soft as the image circle isn't very wide at wide angles. This is why you don't see any wide angle lenses with IS/VR - the Nikon 16-36 VR being the notable exception.

If you just use the lens as a walk around, the 24-105 is probably better suited for you. If you need a lens for professional use, the 24-70 is the better choice.

12-21-2010, 11:55 PM	#987
Senna4ever VLS Moderator Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Vancouver Posts: 16,351 Thanked 2,591 Times in 832 Posts Failed 61 Times in 19 Posts	I would keep the 24-105 for now and wait until the new (rumoured) 24-70 f2.8 IS comes out possibly next year. The 24-70 is sharper than the 24-105 (although both are not as good as Nikon's equivalent lenses), but heavier. The problem with the IS in the 24-105 is that at the wider focal lengths, the IS is actually detrimental to image quality - the corners get soft as the image circle isn't very wide at wide angles. This is why you don't see any wide angle lenses with IS/VR - the Nikon 16-36 VR being the notable exception. If you just use the lens as a walk around, the 24-105 is probably better suited for you. If you need a lens for professional use, the 24-70 is the better choice. __________________ 2007 Volvo V50 Taken by ex: 2005 Toyota Prius. R.I.P. 1997 Lexus ES300. R.I.P. 1989 Acura Legend Coupe LS.