Thanks for the kind words, all. Randy, I am lucky enough to have the Canon 30D, and with great advice from guys on this board bought Canon's comparatively affordable 70-200 f/4 L lens. I couldn't be happier with the combo (although the 40D with 6.5 fps is coming out this month...no way I can rationalize getting a new body though, this one should last me 10+ years
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