Hi Simon,
I'm not familiar with this specific lens, but do quite a bit of still life/macro stuff. I think a lot depends on what your intended subject matter is. 200mm is long, very long for macro work, and the DoF you're going to get with 200mm at close ranges will be extremely shallow, even by the usual macro close up standards.
You say you are a novice, if so, then I'm not sure that this is the lens to learn on, especially if it's big and expensive.
I couldn't really say which lens would be best for you without knowing what sort of things you'll be taking pictures of, and at what sort of distances.
Regarding Mr Rockwell, would you pay that much attention to a stranger in a bar who expressed an opinion?
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