This is a fantastic lens from Nikon, the 17-55mm is just the right lenght to give 28-80mm in a Digital body, but this lens will also work on your old faithfully 35mm body as well. Don't think this lens is going to be small because it is not, it is one of the largest short Nikon Zooms with perhaps only the 28-70mm being larger.
The Auto focus is fast as does not hunt and with the added benefit of the f2.8 aperture you can hand hold well in to dusk. You do need to watch out for Barrel Distortion at either end of the zoom. You could save your money and have the 18-70mm that is a close second to this lens and costs a lot less. Plus if you already have the 70-200mm that every decent photographer should have then you will be missing the gap between 55mm and 70mm.
If you have the money then buy it as it is a Pro lens that can work wonders for you and has Pro build quality and optics, the images you will get with have the edge on a cheaper lens. You will also find yourself not wanting to take this lens off your body. But for me the only major issue is the 55mm lenght. I would rather have the 28-70mm f2.8 Nikon lens, this would then fill the gap tp the 70-200mm
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Conclusions at a glance
Would you recommend this Item: Yes Pros: Excellent optics Cons: Not cheap
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Average user rating from: 49 user(s)
Overall rating (weighted)
4.7
Sharpness
4.7
Build Quality
4.6
AF Speed
4.7
Value for Money
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Outstanding General Purpose Professional Grade Len, Thursday, 18 September 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
Having made the decision to move from film to digital, I purchased this lens along with the excellent 70-200 f2.8 VR for my D300 body. I prefer to use a flash as little as possible so the faster f2.8 lenses are a must for me.
This lens is much larger than similar kit lenses and it weighs considerably more. It actually provides a nice balance for the D300 with MB-D10 attached. The autofocus is very fast and precise and the images it produces are tack sharp. I use it as my everyday general purpose lens with outstanding results.
As others have stated, more expensive equipment doesn't necessarily mean you'll get better photos. The premium price reflects features and build quality. A $200 kit lens may very well provide comparable image quality at your backyard barbeque. But for those who need and will take advantage of the wider aperture in low light settings, this lens has few equals among standard zooms.
Bottom line: If you plan to take advantage of the wide aperture, this lens is an uncompromising must-have. It is an outstanding lens for those who need its capabilities. However, if most of your shots are outdoors in daylight, or you're used to using a flash inside, this lens might be more than you need. Save your money and get the excellent all purpose AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED or the less expensive AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR.
Note that this is a DX lens and is intended to be used specifically on the smaller DX sensor cameras (everything from D40 to D300). Anyone with a D700 or other full frame (FX) sensor should look at the AF-S NIKKOR 24-70 f/2.8G ED. Of course anyone with an FX camera should already know that. But anyone considering upgrading to an FX camera in the near future might want to rethink purchasing this $1200 lens.
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Outstanding General Purpose Professional Grade Len, Thursday, 18 September 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
5.0
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
I purchased this lens along with the excellent 70-200 f2.8 VR for my D300 body. I prefer to use a flash as little as possible so the faster f2.8 lenses are a must for me. While there are other Nikon lenses in this zoom range for considerably less money, this one fits the needs of photographers requiring outstanding optics and the speed of a fixed aperture f2.8 lens. (Most kit lenses are variable aperture, meaning the aperture gets smaller as you zoom in.)
This lens is professional grade - built like a tank and relatively heavy. It is much larger than similar kit lenses and it weighs considerably more. The added weight actually provides a nice balance for the D300 with MB-D10 attached. The autofocus is very fast and precise and the images it produces are tack sharp. I use it as my everyday general purpose lens with outstanding results.
As others have stated, more expensive equipment doesn't necessarily mean you'll get better photos. The premium price reflects features and build quality. A $200 kit lens may very well provide comparable image quality at your backyard barbeque. But for those who need and will take advantage of the wider aperture in low light settings, this lens has few equals among standard zooms.
Bottom line: If you plan to take advantage of the wide aperture, this lens is an uncompromising must-have. It is an outstanding lens for those who need its capabilities. However, if most of your shots are outdoors in daylight, or you're used to using a flash inside, this lens might be more than you need. Save your money and get the excellent all purpose AF-S DX VR Zoom-NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED or the less expensive AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR.
Note that this is a DX lens and is intended to be used specifically on the smaller DX sensor cameras (everything from D40 to D300). Anyone with a D700 or other full frame (FX) sensor should look at the AF-S NIKKOR 24-70 f/2.8G ED. Of course anyone with an FX camera should already know that. But anyone considering upgrading to an FX camera in the near future might want to rethink purchasing this $1200 lens.
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Nikon 17-55 f2.8 ED-IF - A Superb Lens, Sunday, 17 August 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
5.0
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
I initially owned the Nikon 18-200mm VR lens after purchasing my Nikon D300 body earlier this year. The 18-200 of course is a do-all mid-line lens and shouldn't be too critically compared to the professional line of Nikon glass. I used the 18-200 briefly as I became more familiar with my new D300 and found the images from the 18-200 were adequate, although not as crisp and sharp and high Contrast as many of my Canon lenses had been before I migrated over to the Nikon side after 12+ years of using Canon gear. When I recently got a wedding shoot to do that required only available light and no flash for the entire 1 hour ceremony I now had the reason to consider purchasing the 17-55. Considering the Nikon 18-200 falls well short of a large enough aperture for low light photography and in reviews, is softer in Resolution over-all anyway compared to the 17-55, this was my motivation to sell my 18-200 and pick up the Nikon 17-55 2.8 lens. (I've also added a 70-300mm Nikon VR to my bag to fill the telephoto void, I posted an excellent review on Amazon for this lens as well). The wedding was very recently shot, with most all images during the available light ceremony shot wide open at 2.8 due to the very low lighting in the church. Much to my relief, the images all turned out superbly and were very sharp, had excellent contrast and color saturation even wide open (I always shoot RAW for most important photo jobs). I was also absolutely delighted in the lens regarding how quick the focus was in the low light (basically instant with no hesitation as soon as the shutter release was pressed to take the photo. Many shots required a large shift in focus from far to very close-up and the 17-55 didn't fail me even once, frame to frame. In many cases I had to quickly raise the camera to my eye and fire off a burst with no lag time to spare for the focus to occur if I was to capture a perfect shot and not miss the opportunity. The lens never filed here even once. They say, you get what you pay for and considering the 17-55 goes for around the $1200 mark, you're getting the excellent optical quality that only a high end Nikon lens can give you. If you need to shoot in low light levels, or just simply want the very best images that your camera can give you, a high-end lens is the ONLY way to go. This lens will not dissapoint you once-so-ever.
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As Good as my Leica Summicron!!, Sunday, 03 August 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
4.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
I have recently switched from a Canon 1D Mark IIN to a Leica M8. Then, missing all of the features of modern SLRs I switched again to a Nikon D300. A very good move! An almost perfect camera!
First off, I love big, fast glass that is sharp, sharp, sharp. And this lens delivers. I did a lot of research before buying this lens and it is the only lens I saw that had 5 stars on Amazon. I care a lot about what my peers think. So I took the plunge. I had this weekend to play with it and the results are stunning. It is as clear as any lens I have ever used. Just as good as my Leica Summicron 50. And I thought that lens would never be topped.
Some Leicaphiles may dismiss that statement and think I just didn't know how to use it. Maybe... but the Nikon 17-55mm DX lens should not be dismissed.
If you like fast lenses and don't care about weight (by the way, my previous lens was a Canon 24-70mm L f2.8 you wanna talk about weight!) than this is the lens to get.
Do your research and I think you'll ultimately wind up back here placing this in your shopping cart.
The lens is built like a tank and looks beautiful. It focuses like lightning and again, is sharp, sharp, sharp. I am adding images taken with this lens to my website [...] soon.
GET IT!!
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The best, Monday, 14 July 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
4.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
This is simply a splendid lens. On my D 200 it has produced miracles. Indeed color rendition is simply superb as is contrast. I thought initially it was going to be a Bit expensive but my friendly camera store convinced me othewhise. It is a great allround lens that can be used for everything despite its size. The only problem is that at 17 mm and even before, the built-in flash on the D 200 will give a shadow of the lens on the bottom so yuo will probably be better off using a separate flash (that I have still not bought but that I now recommend all my friends to buy with these Nikons). I also never use the sun shade since the lens then simply becomes enormous. I had been using some older autofocus lenses on my D200 before but this has now become my standard lens.
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An amazing professional Nikon DX format lens, Thursday, 05 June 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
This is my favorite lens for weddings and full length portraits. It is built for professionals, and can produce fantastic results, (in the right hands). Images are tack sharp with great color and contrast. The fast fixed aperture is perfect for low light photography at all zoom lengths. Great for those times when you can't use a flash.
Before making your purchase consider that any of the the affordable "kit" lenses, (with a nearly identical zoom range), may fit your budget better. For example, the Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II is really a terrific lens. If you have any doubt, get the less expensive kit lens, and try to outgrow its usefulness by becoming a better photographer.
Like all photographic tools, the more expensive "professional" models won't make you a better photographer. This lens just allows you a greater range of flexibility in certain situations where the kit lens will fall a tad short. Every lens in the right hands can produce "professional" results, but this one will make the professionals life just a little easier. If you are truly ready for a lens like this, the Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G ED won't disappoint.
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No substitute for fast glass!, Monday, 26 May 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
4.0
I read many of the reviews, and I was on the fence regarding this lens. I tried a sample in a local camera shop, and felt the 'roughness' in the zoom ring that another reviewer mentioned. Having no way to try before I buy on Amazon, I crossed my fingers, bit the bullet, and placed my order. I've used it over the weekend at a local zoo (National Zoo, Washington D.C.) and...wow. No way is this going back to Amazon. I know that the kit 18-55mm lens is tack sharp and a fraction of the cost, but let me tell you there is no substitute for fast glass. The Depth of field and fast autofocus this provides is astounding. I uploaded an image of an iguana to this review, but it really doesn't do the lens justice. The best compliment I've received with a photo from this lens is "Did you really take that?" They think I stole it from Nat'l Geo! If you can swing it, buy this lens. Forget the naysayers, put your faith in fast glass.
'Nuff said.
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Nikon 17-55mm f2.8, Thursday, 22 May 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
An amazing lens! Images are sharp. Wide angle encompasses most of your scene while the telephoto gets you pretty close. It would be nice if Nikon made this lens with VR, but for the most part, it gets the job done. The price is a little steep for most people, but the quality is by far worth the price. The f2.8 will give you a wide enough aperture to photograph under lower lighting with a decent shutter speed (under most circumstances) and without a flash.
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4 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Zoom feels like you're grinding meat, Sunday, 04 May 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
1.5
Sharpness
2.0
Build Quality
1.0
AF Speed
2.0
Value for Money
1.0
[ Read the epilogue at the end of this review ]
I really wanted to believe. I read the reviews and I was extremely optimistic. I wanted to try & buy the lens locally but it wasn't available so I didn't get an opportunity to feel the lens.
I got the lens (wow, it's big and heavy) and eagerly put it on my D300. When I tried zooming, instead of that nice, smooth silky ball-bearing feel, the zooming felt like cheap, rough plastic-on-plastic.
My wife tried it out and she yelped "Oh My God, that's rough".
What's worse it that the zoom ring is right next to the body and even with my small hands, my hand kept bumping up against the built-in flash. Why did Nikon switch the order of the rings? The rings on the Nikon 18-200 VR lens are in the "correct" order.
Unfortunately, I just sold my $1200 Canon lens (with IS) since I wasn't using the Rebel XTi anymore. Now, that was an incredibly smooth lens. I really miss that lens.
I tried a number of lens and the quality of the photographs didn't impress me. I didn't see a significant improvement over my lesser lenses.
The lens does focus quickly and quietly, but it's too painful to zoom so I'm sending it back.
When Nikon comes out with an IS lens with smooth zooming action (and without zoom creep like on the 18-200mm lens), I'll try again.
Try before you buy! It's going to cost me about $50 to ship back the lens and filter.
---------- MAY 9, 08 UPDATE ---------
I called Nikon tech support and told them how difficult it was to turn the zoom ring. He asked me where I got it from and if it was used. I told him I bought it directly from Amazon and it wasn't used. He asked me if it had the gold ring on the edge of the lens; it does.
Tech support said that the zoom should be silky smooth and I probably had a defective lens. I called Amazon and they sent me a replacement which I received within just a few days. Good service. Thank you Amazon.
Today, I received the replacement lens with great anticipation. I turned the zoom ring and it was so difficult to turn that I practically needed a wrench. In all honesty, I don't think a young child or someone with hand problems could turn the zoom. I wish I had a way of measuring the amount of resistance so that I could give a non-subjective figure.
Again, I called Nikon. They said that they've never heard of this problem before and I should send them the lens for repairs. Of course, if the lens is gone for 30 days, then I have to eat the cost of the lens since I won't be able to return it to Amazon. I told Nikon support, thank you, but no thank you. As an aside, Nikon recommends buying from Amazon.
I've been using Nikon products for over 35 years. One of my first cameras was a Nikon FTN so I think I'm qualified to judge a good product from one that's a stinker.
Since I'm not a quitter, I'm going to return both lenses to Amazon and see if I can find one locally and try it out in person and pay the premium. If not, then I'll wait until Nikon releases a newer lens.
----------- EPILOGUE -------------
I called around and finally found a dealer who had a loaner in stock. I drove out and tried the lens out.
The zoom ring was INFINITELY easier to turn than the two bad lenses that I received. There was a bit of resistance at either end of the spectrum but not a deal breaker.
In the end, I decided not to buy the lens because of the size and location of the zoom ring. It's very narrow and right next to the body. The zoom ring is not in a "natural" location. Check out the Tamrom equivalent (in basic specifications, not quality). You'll notice that the zoom ring is very wide and not next to the body. I didn't buy the Tamron because I believe in the maxim of "you get what you pay for".
I came home and bought a Nikon 85mm f1.4 lens through Amazon instead (obviously not the same thing, but I wanted a lens). I'll wait until Nikon releases a better zoom lens; with a wider zoom ring in the correct location and hopefully with IS (vibration reduction).
TRY BEFORE YOU BUY!
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Beauty Without a Halo!, Thursday, 01 May 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
4.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
This is a really nice lens. I've had the Canon equivalent and it had 'IS' which this one does not. Personally, I can't tell what actual differences there are in the photos from each. For the (higher) price of the Nikon, it should at least offer image stabilization. When I called Nikon, their tech said that a new model may offer IS? However, when that happens, the price of these expensive non-IS lenses will take a hit when selling to be sure. For all that has been exclaimed about Nikon's lensmaking capabilites, they don't seem to try and justify the costs for their lenses. Sure, their quality is a big factor-but what average person can tell when viewing a picture? They make $10,000+ lenses, but what does that have to do with the average consumer? If Canon can make a similar type lens with IS, why can't Nikon? When I asked a local Nikon camera dealer why their pricing is so high for a non IS lens...all he could come up with was "a lot of people buy them so they must be good!" And that's from a business owner Nikon retailer so called "salesman". Does anybody have any self respect anymore? In truth, I think I liked the Canon lens better just for the extra IS feature. I shot my daughter's Wedding and the pictures were fast and furious and hardly one had a Blur on them. This Nikon takes great pictures also, but I miss having that extra feature.
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Love it!!, Wednesday, 09 April 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
4.0
Absolutely love this lens. At the end of a wedding however, my arm did notice that is is heavier than the Tameron 2.8 17-55mm.
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What an awesome lens!!, Monday, 07 April 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
4.0
The lenses I've owned in similar ranges are the Nikon 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5 and the Tamron 17-50mm f/2.8. Comparing this lens to the 18-70mm is probably a bit unfair, so I won't mention it again. However, there are many people looking for alternatives and the Tamron 17-50mm is as close as it gets so I'll base this review as a comparison to the Tamron. Having owned the Tamron for a few weeks before offing it, I can tell you this. If you're looking for a lens that equally matches or even exceeds the 17-55mm in terms of image quality, then by all means, go for the Tamron. Equality pretty much ends there.
The advantages of the Nikon 17-55mm are the following: BUILD QUALITY - You immediately notice the build quality as soon as you handle and inspect the 17-55mm. It's encased in metal and nicely sealed so dust, moisture (which leads to fungus) will hopefully be minimized. "Built like a tank" is a good cliche. FAST FOCUS - The Silent Wave Motor is not only fast, but extremely quiet. SHARP WIDE OPEN - Using an aperture of f/2.8, this lens is very usable. Another advantage is that is focuses more accurately in low light. This is an aspect that was inferior in the Tamron. COLOR RENDITION - I've found colors out of the lens are very satisfying with little need to "tweak" during post processing. The Tamron had a warmer color, but this may vary among copies. MINIMAL CA - CA didn't bother me much in the Tamron, but it's much more controlled on the 17-55mm, especially wide open. BETTER QUALITY CONTROL - This was the deal breaker with the Tamron. I received a copy that overexposed which is in line with the experiences of many people with that particular lens. Although sample variance exists with Nikon, it's much more controlled. SIZE/WEIGHT/BALANCE - Some people mention this lens is too bulky and heavy. I find the size and weight actually helpful and helps balance and control on the majority of camera bodies.
The 17-55mm doesn't have any major flaws for me. I'm not a professional nor am I a pixel peeper. I'm just an enthusiast that likes good image quality. However, if I were to knit pick, here are the flaws: SMALL ZOOM RING - It's annoyingly small at first, but you get used to it. FLARES EASILY - Point it at a light source directly or even indirectly and this lens has a propensity to flare. You can certainly use the massive hood to mitigate flare. DISTORTION AT WIDE END - Some say the distortion at the wide end makes this lens unusable for landscape/architecture work. If you're looking for a lens specifically for that task, you may want to consider a true wide angle lens like the 12-24mm or 14-24mm or go Sigma 10-20mm. However, I find this lens quite usable at the wide end.
One peculiarity with the 17-55mm is that it's at its shortest length almost fully zoomed at around 45mm and longest and fully extended at 17mm. I found this amusing since I haven't experienced other lenses with this characteristic.
In my research, I also considered the new Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8. This lens should definitely be on your list because it offers the latest technology and it's a full frame (FX) lens. I ruled it out because it's not only $500 more than the 17-55mm, but also because it's not wide enough for my purposes. Also, I happen to be under the opinion that DX has at least a few more years before it becomes obsoleted/deprecated by FX. People are beginning to recommend against investing in DX lenses, but IMHO, affordable full frame bodies are years away.
Ultimately, I selected the Nikkor 17-55mm over the Tamron 17-50mm because of its superior usability wide open. The hit on my pocketbook was rather significant, but I have no regrets of getting such a excellent lens with a great usable range. If Nikon ever added VR to this lens, then it would be a dream come true. I state this because I often need to use a shutter speed of 1/30 or slower when shooting in low light and I rarely use a tripod. VR would come in extremely handy in this situation to prevent Camera shake.
I highly recommend this lens. It's on my camera 9 times out of 10. Okay, I'll stop now.
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Sharp all round, Friday, 04 April 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.8
Sharpness
5.0
Build Quality
4.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
best purchase ive done lately...i have several nikon lenses ranging from 12mm till 200....this is the best so far and stays on my nikon D300 most of the time...sharp in all aspects..Razer sharp...heavy though....but youll get used to it, it came with 5 yrs nikon us guarant best about thats its a weather proof lens.ive used it in a rainy day...all shots went great...u better have one in ur camera gear one day
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A Great Lens, Monday, 24 March 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
4.0
AF Speed
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
I have the 18 - 55 kit lens and was dissatisfied due to the softness and the very slow focusing times. I also do a lot of available light photography and could not get the shutter speeds I wanted. So I started using primes exclusively.
I debated buying this lens because it wasn't a full frame. I have a D80 and D300, but aspire to full frame one day. I made the right decision in buying this lens. It's lightening fast. I haven't had a problem in focusing, except in very low light. The results are as sharp as my 35mm and 50mm primes. It's built like a tank, but no so heavy that I couldn't carry it around all day.
There are two issues. First, I get a fair amount of lens flare when pointed directly at a source of light (common for available light, when a street lamp or candle is in the frame). Not 100% of the time, but where the shooter needs to be aware of this issue. Also, when using the built in flash with either the D80 or D300, the lens hood will shade the lighting. You can solve the problem by removing the lens hood when using the built in flash.
Still, this is a 5 star lens. I tend to be reserved with my reviews and give low ratings when there are serious issues, but I recommend this lens without reservation.
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Darn good, Monday, 24 March 2008
Overall rating (weighted)
4.5
Sharpness
4.0
Build Quality
5.0
AF Speed
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
This is a case of you get what you pay for and what's promised. As the spec's & everyone says it's big, solidly built, smooth, fast focusing, etc. It handles well on my D200, should be the same on a D300 and probably OK on a D80. Smaller bodies might be overwhelmed. Optics are top notch. I tested mine against the Zeiss Contax G 45 & 28mm lenses and was pleased (yes, film vs digital was a big factor). As when shooting with Zeiss glass, with the 17-55 you just use the aperture & focal length you want or need. Wide open is no problem. The few weak points are minor and (for me) don't come into play very often. There's a hint of color fringing at 17mm but it was gone at 18-19mm (28mm equiv. on 35mm format). Color fringes are auto-corrected in Capture NX and presumably in D300 .jpgs. So if you see lens tests that sample each extreme plus a middle focal length they'll overstate the issue. Yes there's barrel distortion at the wide end & a little pincushion at the long end. I'll differ with one review in saying that the distortion is regular & easy to correct when you need to.
Many 17-55 owners use it as their work-horse. It can be an intimidating sight to your subjects with the hood mounted. I'd recommend a high quality UV filter to have the option of reducing the visual impact. VR, a little more zoom range & a little less bulk would help on paper. In use you just bring the camera to your eye and know that the lens will deliver.
