Thanks for the info, I was looking at that lens as well. From what I've read everyone has been astounded with this lens, which is why nobody can keep them in stock! I think Sigma makes a comparable lens with their own version of the VR (I think they call it OS or IS or something like that?) but if memory serves I think it's only an f3 or 3.5.

I may just push off my purchase a little bit and wait until I can spring for the better lens.