Help me select a lens, please!

[neuroanatomist]

Initially you mentioned that you wanted to fill the gap between 50-105mm.

It's going to be hard to find one lens that covers all of your criteria at that price. So, lets try and figure out what your primary use will be.

I think Rich's point is excellent. IMO, the idea of 'filling a gap' is irrelevant. Lens selection should be based on what you want to shoot, and then your budget.

So...what's this lens for? Portraits, sports/events, general walkaround, something else?

[cyoung315]

The gap idea stemmed from the 100mm being a fair amount more on my crop sensor, I am extremely pleased with all of the shots I get from that lens but thought I would need something shorter for portrait work. The 70-200 talk is a different lens issue entirely. I have a Sigma 150-500 that I am not totally pleased with and before returning it I wanted input on a superior replacement for it while being mindful of my budget. This lens will be for wildlife, distance wildlife photography. Sorry if i muddied any waters in previous posts.