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3 sty 2012 · I had the 18 - 105 and then bought the 16-85 because of all the favorable reviews. Other than build quality, the 16-85 did nothing more, and was no better, than the 18-105. The fact is the 18-105 kit lens is a good zoom lens on dx cameras.
17 lis 2012 · Yes, the 16-85 is a bit sharper but the 18-105 VR is a very good lens. If you're on a budget, get the 18-105 VR, you can't go wrong. Figure the 16-85 is going to cost at least twice as much and that's why I sold it and kept the 18-105.
29 gru 2008 · I had a chance to compare 18-105 with 16-85 and found that 16-85 was MUCH superior to 18-105 in all aspects: sharpness, contrast and colors. 18-200 is also better 18-105 as I recall. 16-85 is the best consumer lens for now, I believe.
I think it more or less comes down to versatility and build quality, which the 16-85mm lens wins in. Even though the 16-85mm has a shorter max focal length, it makes up for that with a wider wide-angle, which in my opinion makes a much larger difference than having a bit extra for telephoto.
Simply stated, my 18-105 is exceptionally sharp at all focal lengths and apertures; even more than my 16-85. The 16-85 is built better, has a metal mounting ring, and is slightly faster focussing. I realize that these lenses have some sample to sample variation but my questions are as follows; 1.
17 paź 2008 · I have neither the 16-85 or the 18-105 but researched them extensively as I am deciding which one to get. After many months of looking at every possible review (See slrgear.com) and multiple forum threads, here are my conclusions: 1) Best bang for the buck is definitely the 18-105. The MSRP is $399 but most sell it for $369 or better.
15 paź 2008 · The Nikon 18-105mm ƒ/3.5-5.6 is Nikon's latest ''kit'' lens, sold with the D90 digital SLR camera. The lens is designed to fit a camera with an APS-C (''subframe'') sensor, so while it will...
