[Rainer]

I think anyone who has expected more from the 28-300 VR should

just do a quick compare to the EF 28-300L. If you compare measurements

and findings of the two lenses and if you compare the mechanical and optical

effort that was made in the Canon-L you know why it is the better (and

far more expensive) lens of the two. (The 28-300L is still far from being

really good at any specific focal length ... but it is good at being a superzoom).



So, the Nikkor is what it is, an OEM superzoom for a very affordable price, and

with moderate weight, but including the compromises needed to make such

a lens. Yes, it will certainly make some users happy and will disappoint others.



A comparison to the Tamron 28-300 VC will be interesting. Optically, the Tamron

is likely not far from the Nikkor, but I doubt that buildquality is comparable.



Just my 2cts ... Rainer