but does it work properly with D5100?...I mean...works with the "brain" of the camera?...interact with the camera?
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The flash does communicate with the camera; if you change settings on the camera, the flash responds. It also changes the angle of the flash coverage when you change the focal length (zoom in or out).
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have you tried putting the adapter on different lenses. It works on my Nikon d5100. did you get extremely close to the subject you are taking the picture of?
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Given my experience with the device, I would not assume it works with any camera. It's more like a 'buy it to try it'. I got it as a gift for my Nikon D90, tried it, and it didn't work, even though it's supposed to be compatible. And I'm not a technical neophyte either.
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Yes, It works very well with the Nikon D5100. I have used it for almost two years...
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Yes, I used it on a two week trip out west this May. Had great shots. It works on the D5000, as well as the D5100. BTW My pix were great!
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I use mine with a D7000 and a D70 and it works fine so you shouldn't have any problems using it with a D5100.
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I don't think so. I think you'd need a body with af motor in it, and I don't think the D5100 has one. It would work, and take sharp pictures, but you'd have to focus manually.
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I too own that camera but not the lens and though this is unofficial, I am sure it will work with the D5100.
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I tried two models different sets on my D5100 camera and they DO NOT WORK. They do not seat in until the lens lock clicks into place so the camera does not work with them on it. I tried it on a different model Nikon and it worked fine. I am greatly disappointed! I was really looking forward to using it. I wanted to try a different brand, but need to be able to try it on the camera.
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I have no clue. Maybe Nikon USA website might have info. I own the D5100 and it seems to work just fine.
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It works on the Nikon D3200, so I suspect it would work on the D5100. Compare the two tops?
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I wish I have d600 , then I will be able to answer the question. I use it with d70 and it works fine.
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No, That lens requires a motor in the body to AF, so it won't AF with a D5100.
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It works well on my D5100 which is essentially the same. But with no metering and manual focus. Just put the mode to "M" and shoot a test shots until the exposure is right. Takes great pictures, if you remember that it will be a little soft when wide open. It makes a great portrait lens because of the way it isolates the background.
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I am using it on a Nikon D5100,it works very good ,however I am trying a Nikon 55-200 VR I picked up used on Amazon to see which one I like best, they both seem to do the job.
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It should work fine with D5100. Your camera and mine are the same DX format.It's heavy though. If you don't mind the weight, it's a great lens.
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Tom, I shoot a D90 but I've heard this version of the lens works fine on a D5100. Good luck!