I noticed that the 16-85 is the standard lens being offered on the D500. I am tempted to buy the D500, but when comparing features and benefits of the 500 versus my 5300, apart from a more rugged build, faster processing of RAW data when taking rapid shots and more focus points, I can't really see any difference. In theory the 5300 should have better IQ because of the better resolution. Am I missing something?
So I started comparing lens - my two walkabouts are the 18-140 and the 10-24. Neither of them have "Excellent" IQ but they seem to provide me with almost perfect 11x14s and superb 10x8s or below. Is the 16-85 noticeably better in IQ (and if anyone could comment on whether or not the D500 is really worth the extra bucks I'd be grateful.