I recently bought a Nikon D5100 (body only), and I need to know if this is the basic lens I have to buy for my D5100. Many thanks.
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I purchased the Nikon Brand VR 18-55mm DX f: 3.5-5.6 AF-S lens, used, last year for my Nikon D-90, and it is a happy combination. I am very pleased with the usefulness of the 18-55mm, expecially for the low price, I paid in the range of $125. It is actually on the camera at this moment. I am pleased that all of my "old" Nikon lens work with the D-90, although they, of course, lack vibration reduction. I have an Epson Stylus Photo 1400 printer capable of 13x19 prints and this lens is just fine in resolution for my use. OH!!! the lower priced Nikon d-40 does not operate in automatic mode with the older lens, so be watchful as your question implies, not all Nikons have the same capabilities.
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I purchased the Nikon Brand VR 18-55mm DX f: 3.5-5.6 AF-S lens, used, last year for my Nikon D-90, and it is a happy combination. I am very pleased with the usefulness of the 18-55mm, expecially for the low price, I paid in the range of $125. It is actually on the camera at this moment. I am pleased that all of my "old" Nikon lens work with the D-90, although they, of course, lack vibration reduction. I have an Epson Stylus Photo 1400 printer capable of 13x19 prints and this lens is just fine in resolution for my use. OH!!! the lower priced Nikon d-40 does not operate in automatic mode with the older lens, so be watchful as your question implies, not all Nikons have the same capabilities. I purchased the Nikon Brand VR 18-55mm DX f: 3.5-5.6 AF-S lens, used, last year for my Nikon D-90, and it is a happy combination. I am very pleased with the usefulness of the 18-55mm, expecially for the low price, I paid in the range of $125. It is actually on the camera at this moment. I am pleased that all of my "old" Nikon lens work with the D-90, although they, of course, lack vibration reduction. I have an Epson Stylus Photo 1400 printer capable of 13x19 prints and this lens is just fine in resolution for my use. OH!!! the lower priced Nikon d-40 does not operate in automatic... » Read More I purchased the Nikon Brand VR 18-55mm DX f: 3.5-5.6 AF-S lens, used, last year for my Nikon D-90, and it is a happy combination. I am very pleased with the usefulness of the 18-55mm, expecially for the low price, I paid in the range of $125. It is actually on the camera at this moment. I am pleased that all of my "old" Nikon lens work with the D-90, although they, of course, lack vibration reduction. I have an Epson Stylus Photo 1400 printer capable of 13x19 prints and this lens is just fine in resolution for my use. OH!!! the lower priced Nikon d-40 does not operate in automatic mode with the older lens, so be watchful as your question implies, not all Nikons have the same capabilities. « Show Less
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My son has that camera and loves it. I have the D7000. I really like the lens and very good at partys and I do allot of senior shots. I have mine for sale if your interested. I have a Nikon 18-105 for sale too that came with my D7000. I bought a D600 for xmas and the DX lenes are a nuisance on that camera so I'm going to sell of some of the DX lens and buy a FX lens. Let me know if your at all interested. Julie
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Hi Qifan. I dont have the D5100, but that lens came with my D90 and thn also fit my D7000. I belive it will fit any of the modern Nikon's that are not full frame. You should be fine.
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I have a Nikon D5100 and it worked seamlessly. Just take note that the electronics are different so you wont have the Auto Focus feature (or any other feature at all), meaning you have to use it in full manual control.This is a good choice for using Minolta lenses on your Nikon.
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Hello,I too was confused when I first bought that camera. especially after purchasing lenses for it and getting the wrong ones. This lens is not going to work with your camera. The camera is great but it doesn't have a focus motor in the actual camera itself. So, you have to make sure all the lenses you buy have a motor in them. They will say AF-S in the title. They are easily distinguishable by the buttons on the side of the lens (M/AF). Similar to the stock lens that comes with the D5000. Hope this helps !
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This is an after market lens that is not from Nikon. You need an adaptor for it to work on Nikon cameras, if it will fit on yours, you need to look on the site for the lens to see if it will work. I use mine on a Nikon D 5300 and it works well for me.
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You'll need to buy a lens because it doesn't come with one. That's what "body only" refers to. You do not need an expensive lens. I use the lens from my non-digital Nikon and it works well. You will also need to buy a CompactFlash memory card or the camera will not be functional.
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I think so but you may need a T2 to Nikon mount adaptor. It is a manual lens and no need to have any electronic interface. So, once you mount to the camera it should work.However, I do not own a D5100 and can't experiment with it. Some camera (like Panasonic M43 models) DO NOT work without lens by default. For these camera, you should enable working without lens option in order to use manual lens.
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I have a Nikon and I really like this lens, especially at this price. I just checked the Amazon listing for the lens and your camera is not listed so you might need a special adapter or T ring. I recommend you call 47th street photo @ 800-304-2510 or 718-998-6666 to see if they have it. They're closed Sat & Sun. Good Luck.
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Hi! I don't think so. I doesn't work on my D5100, just MF.Buy the 50mm f/1.8G. Good Luck!
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I have a D5100 just set the focus square where you want it and it will focus. The lens must be in auto not manual.
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It will "fit", for sure. I am not sure if this lens has a focus motor. The D5100 does not have a built in focus motor. The lens works perfectly mith my D7000, which does have a built in focus motor. Sorry if I confuse you. BTW, the D5100 is every bit as good as the D7000, minus the bells and whistles.
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You can use this lens, but it won't autofocus on Nikon bodies without a built in the body focusing motor. D80, D90, D7000 and up have those, but not the D5200.
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I have the D5100 and absolutely LOVE MINE! By far my new favorite lens especially to get crisp people pics.
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This lens is AF. I can't answer your question about Nikon. This lens is for Canon.
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I have a Nikon D5100 and it worked seamlessly. Just take note that the electronics are different so you wont have the Auto Focus feature (or any other feature at all), meaning you have to use it in full manual control. This is a good choice for using Minolta lenses on your Nikon.
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I would think so, there are other larger lenses that fit the d5100. I don't see it on this website, but you can see other larger lenses. http://lenshero.com/lenses/nikon-d5100-lens-by-sigma I'm using a MarkIII, so I can't help that much.
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I just bought the 5100 Nikon and the 55-300 lens, but I shoot birds, wildlife type things so I am wanting to know which lens do I need to zoom in on birds, ect. I cannot get much of anything with the 55-300 , flowers, humans, ect...not a good buy for me but I will keep it a bit longer-