Nikon D5000 kit, any good?

[ponder]

http://www.makro.co.za/live/content...t=1191&ProdId=19195&Sku=000000000000163961|EA

Honestly, what are these kit lenses like?
Not to fond of the body, would prefer a D90.
Previously had my eye on olympus ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-54mm 1:2.8-3.5 II & ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 50-200mm 1:2.8-3.5 SWD lenses although pricey.

Any suggestions?

 

[ldmelsa]

The kit lenses are f#cking awesome!

 

[ToxicBunny]

For just a bit more I'd also consider looking at this

http://www.makro.co.za/live/content...t=1191&ProdId=16597&Sku=000000000000159548|EA

Not sure how new/old the D5000 is though.

 

[PostmanPot]

Yeah that's a nice kit lens.

Probably my next lens (for my D40 kit).

 

[ponder]

For just a bit more I'd also consider looking at this

http://www.makro.co.za/live/content...t=1191&ProdId=16597&Sku=000000000000159548|EA

Not sure how new/old the D5000 is though.

Not really a Canon fan although I should probably drop my personal bias on camera brands.

D5000 is pretty new.

 

[ldmelsa]

It's got nothing to do with personal bias, or brand loyalty. It's got to do with functionality, features, lenses... The Nikon D5000 is the same system as is in the D90 and D300. I have a D90, if you would like ask me any questions.

 

[assagai]

it's a great kit, got the same one at katz
just be aware though that some of the models shipped to .za and other countries had a fault, you need to check the serial number to see if it's affected.

mine was, so i called nikon sa, they arranged collection and delivery and did the fix in a couple of days, and even returned it with 2x2gb kingston flash cards.

Nikon advisory:
http://nikoneurope-en.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/44568/c/241/quicklinks/1054/r_id/127673

 

[bwana]

I suppose kit lenses are better than nothing but I've yet to come across a manufacturer that puts top notch glass on their cheapest cameras. I suppose adequate is the word that usually springs to mind.

 

[ldmelsa]

I suppose kit lenses are better than nothing but I've yet to come across a manufacturer that puts top notch glass on their cheapest cameras. I suppose adequate is the word that usually springs to mind.

both lenses mentioned are great (18-55 & 55-200VR)
they're not adequate, they're great lenses
price, weight, performance, everything

 

[bwana]

both lenses mentioned are great (18-55 & 55-200VR)
they're not adequate, they're great lenses
price, weight, performance, everything

Iirc you used to say the same about the canon kit lens.

 

[ponder]

Once you go down the dslr road you basically invest in glass and you should buy the best you can get/afford, the body is a minor issue compared to the glass. Once you have decided on a system you are kinda bound to it due this investment you have made.

My logic tells me kit lenses, which are relatively cheap, cannot really be great lenses but will do the job. Another thing that appeals to me is how things feel in your hand and having held a couple of cameras I must say some things feel plasticy for lack of a better word.

I think I will just sleep on this one for however long it takes me

 

[ldmelsa]

Iirc you used to say the same about the canon kit lens.

yeah?
I still do

My logic tells me kit lenses, which are relatively cheap, cannot really be great lenses but will do the job.

your logic is outdated - this is a mindset from the olden days
you're in for a pleasant surprise

 

[ponder]

your logic is outdated - this is a mindset from the olden days
you're in for a pleasant surprise

I went and read a review or two on the 55-200 VR lens and it does not leave me with a warm fuzzy feeling to be honest.

 

[ldmelsa]

I went and read a review or two on the 55-200 VR lens and it does not leave me with a warm fuzzy feeling to be honest.

You don't have to feel fuzzy. You just have to check if the lens is.

I've used them both a couple of times.