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Message: <blockquote data-quote="gqtuazon" data-source="post: 158856" data-attributes="member: 6573">This is what I understood from your original post.If it is just the added extra reach, then the 18-105 or 18-200mm will be a good lens to go to and add a Nikon SB 700 to address the additional light needed when using these lenses indoor.  These are all f3.5-5.6, so these are your standard kit type lenses regardless of brand.The Nikon 16-85mm VR will be an ideal lens for me.  You get better IQ if you stop down at f6-f8 but then again you don't get a lot of isolation at that aperture which is why I suggested the Nikon 17-55mm f2.8 (used).  That lens is apparently out of the question since it is more expensive than her camera.  Good luck with your lens selection.  I would definitely stay away from the 18-135mm.</blockquote>