I bought this lens because I want the perspective of 24mm on FF. Depend on what focal length you want to shoot often. If mounted on DX, it will become a 36mm, which I think is neither here nor there. I shoot with 24mm and 50mm/85mm on two DSLR bodies though.
Grats with the new lens. A lovely piece which I'd like to have, but no funds for. =(
The slow focusing seems to be present in the last 2 G lenses, namely this and on the 50 f/1.4G. Hope they rectify the problem before they release new lenses again.
I must admit that the price is astronomical, but I think it's dependent on the photographer to find a use for it. Ostensibly, Nikon believes that there are sufficient photographers who will appreciate this lens despite its hefty price tag!
When I first bought this lens for a wedding shoot and went home to edit the pictures, I was stunned by the sharpness, contrast, bokeh and perspective given by this lens, comparing side-by-side the other pictures taken with the 50mm f1.4G.