D60 and the Nikon 35mm f/2D AF I know it won't autofocus on the D 40/60 models , but can you still use it as a manual focus prime ? Want something small and fast that still allows use of most of the camera's exposure controls. Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks D60 and the Nikon 35mm f/2D AF I know it won't autofocus on the D 40/60 models , but can you still use it as a manual focus prime ? Want something small and fast that still allows use of most... » Read More D60 and the Nikon 35mm f/2D AF I know it won't autofocus on the D 40/60 models , but can you still use it as a manual focus prime ? Want something small and fast that still allows use of most of the camera's exposure controls. Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks « Show Less
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Yes, using this lens with a D40/60 will force you to manually focus each shot.
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thanks. I come from an all manual 35mm background anyway, so I thnk you can get more creative images by honing your manual focus technique. The D60 has a Rangefinder function in the Menu which may be helpful in fine tuning your focus while using manual settings. The Range finder is an index scale that appears in the viewfinder. You can determine if you've focused in front of or behind the main subject. ( tough to use with a zoom lens , I think it may be more useful with a prime than that green dot thing)
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Ya the D60 actually manually focuses easier than the D40 because the D40 is just a green dot that shows up when its in focus. You might also want to check out the Sigma 30mm 1.4 HSM. That one automatically focuses on the D 40/60 models.
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This is why I bought a D800 so I could use all of my old lenses. Use another old lens of the same kind to see if it works but I doubt it just as others have said that it will not work with autofocus. The 35-70 was first sold in 1963 and is still one of the best.
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AF lenses will not autofocus (only manual focus) on D40/D40x/D60 since these cameras don't have a built in drive motor. AF-S however will work.
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Perhaps a little late... It depends on the lighting conditions. If you're shooting outdoors late afternoon the cheaper lenses will not be "fast" enough to "freeze" the shot. That specific lens you mention has a maximum aperture of 4 I believe which is not fast at all. And that is at is shortest focal distance (55mm) at 200mm it only gets slower. My recommendation is to try that one first and if it doesn't work for your shooting conditions then you will need to start looking for faster lenses. Maximum apertures (faster lenses) have small numbers, hence a lens with a maximum aperture (fast) of f/2.8 is faster than say a f/3.5 and so forth. However, speed comes with a price, a rather high one I'm afraid. Typically, AF-S lenses with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 are well above $1000+. You can go look for cheaper lenses that are not AF-S and those will typically be cheaper, however, in your D40 you will not be able to autofocus.
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You've probably figured this out by now, but in case anyone is browsing this forum later on and still wants the answer, I thought I'd post. I use old manual focus Nikon lenses on this camera all the time. There is no auto focus, but they work perfectly fine in manual mode. I have a 10 dollar wireless remote I bought off of Amazon that works great for long shutter exposures.
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I prefer the D50 which uses countless AF lenses. The D40-60 must have a motorized lens to AF.I got two D50s and a D60 for under $250 used, body only. Two were refurbished the other one was pristine. Many AF lenses work on the D50 and can be had for $50 or so.
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Hi, This lens as you says the D3000, D5000, D7000 in the series of camera does not work for the auto focus. And you can manual shooting. Thanks in advance.
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your AF 70-300 will not auto focus on the d60. look for lenses that have "AF-S". and while the 55-200mm VR is a good lense, your best bet would be to buy the AF-S 70-300 VR. its an incredible lense for the price.Also your older lenses will work on the D60, though you will have to focus manually.
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If the D60 and D90 have autofocus motors built into the camera bodies (which I believe they do), then the lens will autofocus. This version of the lens has no motor, so it requires a camera with the autofocus motor built into the camera body to work.
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Hi B. Sabb, I have use this lens for at least 2 yrs and taking tons of photo with that. It is a very sharp lens after f2.8 and excellent for portraiture. But it is not focus quick. If u want a quick Pentax lens, u might consider the one with "screw-drive" only, say the DA70. It is super sharp and focus quick. Enjoy your shooting. If u want to take your kids photo, i recommend u take the FA31 instead. As kids always move sudden and go closer to u, a wider lens is much better. Adam
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You can auto focus with all Nikon AF, AF-D and AF-S lenses. A D40 can only auto focus with AF-S lenses.
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One of the great things about Nikon is Nikkor lenses for years will fit mechanically almost all Nikon cameras. However, this lens is designed for full frame models so you will not get the full value or capability of the lens with a D60. I'd suggest a different lens model at less cost although you may not get the full range of this remarkable lens.
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I have D40, it works great, except for AF, since it lack internal motor. Manual focus is a snap, even at 300mm / F5.6. Maybe even faster than AF-S for $350 less... Use Tripod/Monopod when Tele, since no VR. Overall, its an excellent buy.
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Hello. It will NOT auto-focus on a Nikon D3000, only manual focus will work. Since this is a tele lens, I won't recomend to use it on a dx camera. Because it will be difficult to see if you nailed focus just by looking through the viewfinder. I have a Nikon d600, and since my camera does have a focusing motor, autofocus does work on my camera. It is not a heavy lens. I use it as my emergency replacement lens, while my main lens is a Sigma 70-200 f/2.8.
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Holly,I don't know specifically how that lens would work on the D600. I haven't used any old lenses on my D600 yet. But I have used some old lenses I had for my Nikon FE on my D90 and they would work, BUT they can only be used in completely manual mode (manually set your shutter speed, F-Stop and Focus), so you have to calculate your exposure the old fashioned way based on lighting conditions, ISO setting, etc to figure out the what's the correct Shutter/F-Stop combo to use. Since the D600, D90 and the FE all use the F mount, the older lenses should mount on the D600 and work as they did on my D90. Holly,I don't know specifically how that lens would work on the D600. I haven't used any old lenses on my D600 yet. But I have used some old lenses I had for my Nikon FE on my D90 and they would work, BUT they can only be used in completely manual mode (manually set your shutter speed, F-Stop and Focus), so you have to calculate your exposure the old fashioned way based on lighting conditions, ISO setting, etc to figure out the what's the correct Shutter/F-Stop combo to use. Since the D600, D90 and the FE all use the F mount, the older lenses should mount on the D600 and work as they... » Read More Holly,I don't know specifically how that lens would work on the D600. I haven't used any old lenses on my D600 yet. But I have used some old lenses I had for my Nikon FE on my D90 and they would work, BUT they can only be used in completely manual mode (manually set your shutter speed, F-Stop and Focus), so you have to calculate your exposure the old fashioned way based on lighting conditions, ISO setting, etc to figure out the what's the correct Shutter/F-Stop combo to use. Since the D600, D90 and the FE all use the F mount, the older lenses should mount on the D600 and work as they did on my D90. « Show Less
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Hi the autofocus is fast. This is a relatively fast lens. you can google to compare with the latest lens 58mm f1.4 which produces stunning shots. But this model of 50mm f1.4G is a good lens to use and nice bokeh. Generally no lens will get stuck. I reckon you meant hunting or trying to focus. Every lens has a min distance of focus. Like someone who is long sighted, if you are too close you will not be able to focus. I think this lens is around a foot distance. Check the specifications.
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I had a D40 before the D60, the D60 is MUCH better, just my personal thoughts 1-Dust, if you live in a dusty environment is a BIG ONE 2-Active D-light, Say good bye to underexposed photos, the camera produces very consistent results, not so with the D40 3-Expeed produced lower noise at higher ISO 4-THE VR Lens is SOOO much worth it, my pictures are always sharp I considered the D80, but... 1-No Active D-light "a big one" 2-more focus points yes, but you can do anything with 3 if you use them well 3-the D80 has a motor, but Nikon will be updating most of this primes to AFS this year, I tried the camera motor its slowwww 4-I was planing to get the D80+50mm 1.4 lens for low light, got the sigma 30mm 1.4 its a much better lens to keep on the camera IMHO 5-Expeed processing on the D60 seems to produce more saturated/vivid pictures vs.. D80 I shoot RAW/convert with capture NX, tried all the options, capture NX is slow and ugly, but it gives you the BEST picture period.