I'm really not trying to bump this thread but people keep being incredibly helpful and need to be thanked. That is some great info on the Nikon Primes. I was indeed finding it overwhelming and you have really helped to clear that stuff up.
In the end, (I still can't believe I have done this) I ordered the Sigma 18-35mm. I figured I am hoping to get pretty serious with this and it seems to be a few primes rolled into one.
I can handle beans on toast for a year or two!
Thanks again for all the fantastic help from everybody
I've learnt quite a bit just from this thread. Thanks for the tip. That seems pretty decent value. Definately one to consider. Thanks for the detailed reply. Wow, even with my limited knowledge, that Sigma seems an impossibility? Just watched an amazing review of it. Would love to splash the cash on something like that which would no doubt mean I wouldn't buy another lens for a little while (im already trying to convince myself). Buying the cheap kit lens to get the video done is also a very good option. I probably shoudlnt have gone for Body only, and got that to begin with.
I now have a huge amount of food for thought and so really appreciate everyones input. This forum is amazing!
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