Here is another option, the Tokina AT-X Pro 28-70mm f/2.8 is less wide but still works for interviews, from what I've read, the pluses are:
-The barrel does not extend when zooming.
-Aperture ring.
-Excellent price on Ebay.
-Good image quality and color.
Thank you all for your comments.
-The barrel does not extend when zooming.
-Aperture ring.
-Excellent price on Ebay.
-Good image quality and color.
Thank you all for your comments.