Terry Powell wrote in article ...

> I'm thinking of getting the 180. Anyone have experience with this lens?
> Is it super sharp? Cost for a used one?

It is one of Nikon's best lenses, which is saying something (though there are
two different versions of this lens, the MF, and the AF [with internal focus, and
better close-focus performance than the MF...]). Look in Shutterbug classifieds
and r.p.m. for prices used.
Hope This Helps
David Ruether - http://www.fcinet.com/ruether