If you want absolutely fine detail, you probably need better glass than a kit lens. (Trust me, I know from personal experience. ) It sounds from your description like you're going to be pushing the limits of your camera, so putting good glass on your camera body is even more critical. Unfortunately, good lenses are usually more expensive than the body itself, so some compromises may need to be made. At the very least, though, get yourself a good fast prime lens. You would probably need something in the range of 35mm or shorter. Hope this helps.