The 24-70 is a great lens pro quality. If you are in that range look at the macro either the 105VR or the fab 60mm The 60 is a 'd' series I am not sure if it is fully functional with a 7000. It is a really good lens however better than the 105 in many ways (yes I own both) I love prime lenses for the speed. I would also look at the 50mm the 1.8 is a great lens the mount (plastic) makes the 1.4 better but that is a fair price jump for the metal mount. The speed is better but at 1.4 it is not as sharp as it is at 1.8 or 2.