This is for the DF guys
Apr 16, 2017 14:21:29 #
I am buying a DF Nikon, i did a comparison to my D800, most all is the same, "CMOS sensor" etc, I had purchased some "D" lenses o use on the D800, {inexpensive and pretty good lenses} MY question is Will the "D" lens auto focus with the DF? i know they will not work on a select DX cameras!
thank you in advance for any info
thank you in advance for any info
Apr 16, 2017 14:35:07 #
The Nikon website has a compatibility chart that shows whether each lens will work with what cameras.
Or Google "Nikon lens compatibility". /Ralph
Or Google "Nikon lens compatibility". /Ralph
Apr 16, 2017 14:39:00 #
Apr 16, 2017 15:16:37 #
redhogbill wrote:
I am buying a DF Nikon, i did a comparison to my D800, most all is the same, "CMOS sensor" etc, I had purchased some "D" lenses o use on the D800, {inexpensive and pretty good lenses} MY question is Will the "D" lens auto focus with the DF? i know they will not work on a select DX cameras!
thank you in advance for any info
thank you in advance for any info
Yes they will. I have a Df and use the 24mm, 50mm and 60mm Micro D lenses on it.
p.s.
You will love the Df.
Apr 16, 2017 15:18:07 #
Here's a good compatibility chart for Nikons:
https://www.nikonians.org/reviews/nikon-slr-camera-and-lens-compatibility
https://www.nikonians.org/reviews/nikon-slr-camera-and-lens-compatibility
Apr 16, 2017 16:39:56 #
Apr 16, 2017 17:50:51 #
BebuLamar wrote:
The Df is compatible to more lenses than any Nikon DSLR.
That pretty much sums it up. I frequently use my 1960's era glass on my Df.
Apr 16, 2017 18:41:47 #
BebuLamar wrote:
The Df is compatible to more lenses than any Nikon DSLR.
Apr 16, 2017 19:52:30 #
redhogbill wrote:
Nikon said that the Df is compatible with any F mount lenses made since 1959 which is not exactly true because there are a few F mount lenses can not be used on the Df but very few.
Apr 17, 2017 08:17:31 #
Other than its uniquely beautiful retro look and D4 sensor, one of the primary benefits of the Nikon Df is its backwards capability with older "built like a tank" F-mount Nikkor lenses, including AI, AI-S as well as the D series.
Apr 17, 2017 16:22:30 #
russraman wrote:
Other than its uniquely beautiful retro look and D4 sensor, one of the primary benefits of the Nikon Df is its backwards capability with older "built like a tank" F-mount Nikkor lenses, including AI, AI-S as well as the D series.
i have some "D" series lenses i used on my D800, i love them, also have a couple AI ? i think they are, i will try on the DF,
Apr 17, 2017 20:45:37 #
billnikon
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redhogbill wrote:
I am buying a DF Nikon, i did a comparison to my D800, most all is the same, "CMOS sensor" etc, I had purchased some "D" lenses o use on the D800, {inexpensive and pretty good lenses} MY question is Will the "D" lens auto focus with the DF? i know they will not work on a select DX cameras!
thank you in advance for any info
thank you in advance for any info
Why buy outdated technology?
Apr 17, 2017 21:22:52 #
billnikon wrote:
Why buy outdated technology?
The OP said in the tittle "This is for the Df guys" and you're certainly not one of the Df guys.
Apr 18, 2017 08:48:48 #
billnikon wrote:
Why buy outdated technology?
its pretty simple really {since you asked} i have a 3200 and a d800, i love the d800, but with my arthritic hands {i was a heavy equipment mechanic ,automotive,marine and industrial for 45 years} it is just a little big and awkward for me, i have compared the specs on Df and 800 on the nikon site, and the are "just" about the same camera, {and i not interested in doing video.} now that i have the Df in my hands it is a perfect fit,..
and on another note!!!
i had delusions of grandeur when i got my camera stuff 5 years ago,{when i retired} i had intentions of becoming a photographer, turns out it is hard to teach an "old dog" some new tricks, so i bought bought a welder and am do some fabrication work!! {converting bumper haul RV's to 5th wheel trailers, via an adapter}{guess i am a too high strung to retire!!} But I am still doing photography as a hobby!!
Well, Nikonbill , not sure if you where being a smartass or if you where really asking a legt question, so i opted for the second! hope it answers you question
Apr 18, 2017 09:37:16 #
To be fair a lot of the things on the Df is old technology.
1. The sensor on the Df although the same as the D4 is older than that of the D800 and has a lot fewer pixels.
2. The AF module is older than that of the D800.
3. Last but not least the controls of the Df are based on cameras of the 80's and before.
But why not? It works well.
1. The sensor on the Df although the same as the D4 is older than that of the D800 and has a lot fewer pixels.
2. The AF module is older than that of the D800.
3. Last but not least the controls of the Df are based on cameras of the 80's and before.
But why not? It works well.
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