Hi people,
So it seems that Nikon introduced a lens that is equal or less to the old one on each single parameter but one (maybe two):
It has:
1. equal or less resolution (sample variation will be more significant, this may change when new higher resolution bodies appear, or in dx)
2. Less transmission
3. More distorsion
4. More vignetting
5. Higer chromatic averration.
6. Far more expensive.
7. Better weight 3.8 kg vs 4.6 kg,
The ED was very good, so for many the fact that the new one is only a little bit less, and maybe the same with digital corrections it's very good news.
In my case it's too much of a price hike, to justify a product that is equal or lesser to the previews one as far as we can see now.
Best regards,