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Message: <blockquote data-quote="§am" data-source="post: 81244" data-attributes="member: 9187">I have the bundled 18-55mm VR, 55-200mm VR, and the 50mm 1.8G all of the AF-S typeOf the pictures I've taken with these three lenses so far, the split is 57%, 6% and 37% respectively.Now that's not to say I don't use my 55-200mm much (well it does!), but the pictures taken thus far haven't demanded a need for a telephoto lens.However, as the new school year has begun, and 2012 is in its final quarter, I know I'll be using the telephoto one more now for things like school plays etc.I think you have to understand what you want to use the lens for then make an informed decision as to what you actually need.If you're really really stuck, then look for a lens hire company in your region and try out a couple of lenses for a few days before you bite the bullet.  Keep in mind though, the money you spend on hiring those lenses is less money you then have in your budget later <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite3" alt=":(" title="Frown    :(" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":(" />Alternatively beg steal and borrow lenses from friends and family and see what suits your needs.Personally, I'm happy at the moment with the 3 lenses I have - it covers the range I want/need, gives me enough glass to learn and experiment with my camera, but most of all, I won't be breaking into the piggy bank to get my next lens fix! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite7" alt=":p" title="Stick out tongue    :p" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":p" /></blockquote>

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