Bought this lens as a compromise lens to replace my 16-55mm and 55-210mm telephoto lenses after I'd missed too many shots over the years on a recent cruise to Alaska. It always seemed that the camera had the wrong lens for the frame. So far I'm happy with the lens. It's not as deep and sharp as 55-210mm full body, but it works. It gave me good results on some close-up shots. see photo