Hi guys, it's been a while since I posted, but here I am again. I've finally saved up some money, and I think I'm ready to buy my first birding lens.
I have a few limitations, of course:
Budget: <$1000* (australian)
Camera: Pentax K200D
Better than the 'SMC Pentax DA 18-55mmF3.5-5.6 AL' ..!
* I have more than that, so please don't hold back suggesting pricier lenses. It's just that I can see the look on my parents faces if I opted to spend any more. =S
I'm mainly after a good amount of zoom. The birds in my area are very shy, so maybe 16-18x optical zoom? Waterproofing would be a great bonus, since the K200D's virtually made for rainy days. I'm really just looking for suggestions, but I plan to buy the lens tomorrow or on the weekend so speak now if you have anything to say.
I have a few limitations, of course:
Budget: <$1000* (australian)
Camera: Pentax K200D
Better than the 'SMC Pentax DA 18-55mmF3.5-5.6 AL' ..!
* I have more than that, so please don't hold back suggesting pricier lenses. It's just that I can see the look on my parents faces if I opted to spend any more. =S
I'm mainly after a good amount of zoom. The birds in my area are very shy, so maybe 16-18x optical zoom? Waterproofing would be a great bonus, since the K200D's virtually made for rainy days. I'm really just looking for suggestions, but I plan to buy the lens tomorrow or on the weekend so speak now if you have anything to say.
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