Originally Posted by RedRabbit
Instead of the 55-200, I might suggest the Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5 - 5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR. While it is a FF lens, you get to use the sweet center of the lens with the crop body. It is AF-S so it will work with the D3100. I am using the 70-300 with my D90 and like it especially from 70-200.

Another option would be to sell the 18-55 if you are not happy with it, and get the 16-85DX which should give better IQ and cover most of the family and landscape duties (aside from sports). In reviewing my landscapes, I noticed that 28mm was a well-used average.




I agree with you.

M2, M3, Rolleiflex 3.5 B, Yashica Mat 124G, Nikon D90, Nikon F100, Nikon FM, Pentax K1000, digital hd video camera..... Advice and constructive criticism always welcome..