Nikon D5000 and manual focus Nikon/Nikkor lenses

[andyw]

I have always used a canon with adapter for my MF lenses. I sold the canon and moved to a Nikon D5000. I would like to get some nikon/nikkor glass [prob 50mm fast] as I believe they fit straight onto my body. so I have a couple questions...

1, Is this correct? Will they just pop straight on?

2, What lenses are of superior quality or will give the very best image quality that will fit straight onto my camera?

Many thanks

[sichko]

[andyw]

FLs ???? sorry don't understand what FLs means.

[sichko]

Sorry! Focal Length.

This site ...

http://www.naturfotograf.com/lens_surv.html

gives reviews of very many Nikkors.

[andyw]

Brilliant, thanks

[Screamin Scott]

Hi Andy,
I moderate a group on Flickr about using non metering MF lenses on Nikon DSLR's & one of the most recommended lenses is the 55mm F3.5 Micro. I don't have this particular one but do have the 55mm F2.8 which replaced it & i is a really good lens . Also much sought after are the 100mm F2.8 "E" & the 75-150 F3.5 "E" Nikon lenses.

[patrickh]

Google Bjorn Rorslett and go to his website. He has reviewed most of the older nikkors and I can assure you his judgement is very sound. The 50/1.4AIS is not cheap, but a very fine lens. Same with 35/1.4. Scott's recommendation is very good if you can deal with the f3.5 widest aperture, it's a remarkable value for money. The 85/2 comes in that heading as well and the 105/2.5 is an underpriced legend.


patrickh

[kawasakiguy37]

Dont forget the 28 2.8 and 28 2.0. Both are great lenses for wide angle!

Also the 85 1.4 AIS is a true legend, many say its better than the 1.4D or G!

[sichko]

[NikonD]

I've had 28/3.5 AI and it was great wide open... even at infinity

[andyw]

Thanks people!! Certainly a lot to look at. The 85mm looks a good choice as well as the 105mm.

Thanks