Nikon is selling some for $129: Nikon 18-55mm VRII refurbI picked up my Cousins old D3100 body as he upgraded to a D7000 and I'm in need of a lens, looking to get a 18-55mm, really don't want to buy used and was thinking of refurbished, does anyone have any experience with refurbished lenses, and where I might look for one ?
You can also play with ANY lenses w/ the Nikon mount, new or old, albeit non-CPU chip ones will be all manual (but great for learning). Scout ebay for some primes or just something fun and affordable.
Or, again a good LCS!
(your best friend if you find a trusted one that resells mint trade ins!!!)