New vs. old Nikon lenses: Does it make sense for me to buy the kit or simply use my existing lenses with/without supplementing what I have.
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If you're going to use it for mostly still subjects, portraits, etc, you would probably be fine. My only beef with manual focus lenses is that it usually takes me a lot longer to find my focus than with an AF lens - and when I'm trying to catch people interacting at a wedding reception, I lose the shot if I don't get it focused quickly. Since you've been using manuals for a long time, you're probably quicker at it than I am. A major part of the problem with using manuals on Nikon digital cameras is the "focus (not) assist" system. You don't have the same focus guide you do in most 35mm cameras; it's just a little green dot that flashes on when you're focused. Trying to get it focused can involve a lot of trial and error, and by the time you've got it, the shot is gone. I have a D70, and this may have changed for the D80, but I'm fairly certain it has not, as I've looked at one in the store and that would have been one of the first things I checked (and, had it been changed, I would have been so excited I would have remembered). If you're going to be doing much action work, I might consider getting an AF lens for it eventually, but you could probably survive for a while without them. Or, it seems like the kit lenses have a pretty good resale value if you wanted to try it and re-sell it later - they're going for around $300 on eBay. All that said, my favorite lens on my D70 is a circa-1970 50mm F/1.4 Nikkor (S series, I think) manual prime with the metal casing - it's absolutely crystal clear and the shots I get with it are positively stunning. Having difficulty trying to pick up its 28mm cousin though... everyone wants one!
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Eric, Just saw this request. Yes, my lenses are Nikon, new, in the box with serial numbered warranty card. I have had this camera for several months, have taken it on two long trips (Africa and Las Vegas). The 18-140MM lens is a great all-around lens...combined with camera settings...it will be your go-to lens. The 55-300mm is narrow field and best for long range shots. I am not a pro, but studied all I could before buying..love this camera!
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Thanks for the info. I figured that out , finally. Don't know who gave me the misinformation about exchanging lenses, but I purchased the K-7 with the proper lens. Thanks again.
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Congrats on the nice lens! I have the 17-85. It's better than my 18-55, but I would love to get the 17-55 someday. Heck, I'd like to get a lot of different lenses someday! But being completely new to dslr, I think what I have now will suffice until I get going.
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Get the Adapter from Amazon and vola, you are ready for your new old Lenses, the Quality of your Prime will blow you away, happy shooting.
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Lenses you cannot; with these camera you actually don't need any more lenses accessories yes! Hope this helps!
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Tim, while you are right about the old lenses i.e. pre-EOS, also remember that any full frame canon DSLR such as the 5D or the 1D mark 3 will only use the EF lenses and will not work with the cheap EF-S lenses since the mount is different
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I did NOT buy the kit lens...bought camera with the 18-200mm lens instead....love this lens....a bit heavy but just great....no need for multiple lenses.
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Thanks for the info. I don't think I'm quite ready to pay that kind of money for a lens for a camera that I paid $600.00 for. May as well upgrade the camera and keep the lens. I do appreciate the reply.
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You can get one that is compatible with your Nikon, but I wouldnt. The quality just isnt there, for me anyway. I have found Sigma lenses to have much better quality and to last well. All my lenses at this point are Sigma, for all my cameras.
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I'm a hobbyist. I'd like to upgrade from the 28-135mm to the 24-105mm, but I'm afraid of spending this much and getting a lens that isn't a "good copy." I'm just not expert enough to know if a lens needs to be recalibrated or something. Is it best for someone like me to buy local and ask the camera store to evaluate the lens sharpness? Or buy from someone like B&H; and ask them to evaluate it before they ship it to me? I resell a lot of lenses, too, and I wouldn't want to resell it some day and have someone complain it wasn't sharp.
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Yes I was able to buy older lens and use them on my brand new canon for movies I saved a ton of $$$$ and get the same quality videos
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Thank you for your time. In regards to your inquiry, lenses would be needed for this particular camera. This kit is typically purchased by individuals who already own compatible lenses
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That sounds like a pretty good deal if you want to change out your lenses between taking pictures close up and far away. I's probably just buy the camera body and get you an all in one lense 18-200 or 18-300 lense Nikon or compatible Sigma lense like i did and your set to take pictures whenever the moment arises and not have to carry around an extra lense. Just do a little shopping around and you can probably come in about the same or even little lower for an all in one lense to go with the D5100 or D5200 body.
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Thirding the question. Is there any new element and is the optical quality the same? How would a better lens be cheaper than the previous version?
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My understanding is that refurbished cameras have been returned to Nikon for reasons varying from not functioning properly to the purchaser deciding they did not want the camera after all. Nikon fixes defects and returns the cameras to like new condition before reselling them. I have enjoyed my refurbished D3200 which looked brand new when I received it. I have been so pleased that I just ordered another refurbished lens for it through Amazon and am waiting for it to arrive. I think buying refurbished is a great way to save a few bucks to use on more camera gear.