what is the difference between a DX Lens and a non-DX lens? I'm looking at the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G and the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G DX lenses. Could someone tell me what the difference is between them? I'm using it on a D3100.Thank youCarolynn what is the difference between a DX Lens and a non-DX lens? I'm looking at the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G and the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G DX lenses. Could someone tell me what the difference is... » Read More what is the difference between a DX Lens and a non-DX lens? I'm looking at the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G and the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G DX lenses. Could someone tell me what the difference is between them? I'm using it on a D3100.Thank youCarolynn « Show Less
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A lens projects a circular image on the rectangular sensor inside your camera. The circle obviously has to be big enough to completely cover the sensor or else you would get dark corners on your pictures. The DX sensor is smaller than the FX sensor. So a DX lens would project an image circle that is not large enough to cover the FX sensor and therefore would not work. An FX lens works fine on a DX camera because it is bigger in diameter than it needs to be (don't worry, the image you see in your viewfinder will still be the image you get if you use an FX lens on a DX camera; you won't lose anything). A lens projects a circular image on the rectangular sensor inside your camera. The circle obviously has to be big enough to completely cover the sensor or else you would get dark corners on your pictures. The DX sensor is smaller than the FX sensor. So a DX lens would project an image circle that is not large enough to cover the FX sensor and therefore would not work. An FX lens works fine on a DX camera because it is bigger in diameter than it needs to be (don't worry, the image you see in your viewfinder will still be the image you get if you use an FX lens on a DX camera; you won't lose... » Read More A lens projects a circular image on the rectangular sensor inside your camera. The circle obviously has to be big enough to completely cover the sensor or else you would get dark corners on your pictures. The DX sensor is smaller than the FX sensor. So a DX lens would project an image circle that is not large enough to cover the FX sensor and therefore would not work. An FX lens works fine on a DX camera because it is bigger in diameter than it needs to be (don't worry, the image you see in your viewfinder will still be the image you get if you use an FX lens on a DX camera; you won't lose anything). « Show Less
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Nikon FX lenses on a DX body will have a 1.5 multiplier.So a 50mm FX lens on a DX body will translate to a 75mm lens.You dont want to use a DX lens on a FX body as the lens will crop the image area of the sensor.
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Personally, I suggest buying DX lenses for most people that use a DX camera, and if you want to use a large telephoto lens, then an FX lens will be your best bet, but when it comes to choosing a large telephoto lens, an FX lens is your only option. The largest DX lens is a 55mm-300mm which is still a phenomenal super crisp lens.
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DX lenses are designed for non-full frame DSLR cameras. They basically have a smaller window that is the same size as the sensor. On a DX camera you can use either DX or FX (full frame) lenses however it isn't a great idea to use a DX lens on an FX camera (or a film camera).Here is a better explanation http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/Nikon-Camera-Technology/g588ouey/1/The-DX-and-FX-Formats.html and here is a list of DX cameras http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nikon_DX_format.
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Anders, simple explanation: The 35mm f/1.8G DX is the same field of view as my 35mm f/2D on my D7000. The 35 f/2D is designed for FX/35mm film cameras. The Nikon DX sensor crops both DX and FX lenses by 1.5x, so in FX/35mm film terms, both these 35mm lenses equate to about 52mm on DX. I actually prefer my 35mm f/2D on DX...old school and works with film bodies and less distortion and CA. BTW, I personally recommend using FX lenses on DX bodies. Every Nikon FX lens I've used resolves images better than my DX lenses. An example is the 70-300VR, 50mm 1.8D/G, 35mm F/2D 24mm F2.8D, etc, etc. The only Nikon DX zoom I'd recommend is the 16-85VR. ;) Anders, simple explanation: The 35mm f/1.8G DX is the same field of view as my 35mm f/2D on my D7000. The 35 f/2D is designed for FX/35mm film cameras. The Nikon DX sensor crops both DX and FX lenses by 1.5x, so in FX/35mm film terms, both these 35mm lenses equate to about 52mm on DX. I actually prefer my 35mm f/2D on DX...old school and works with film bodies and less distortion and CA. BTW, I personally recommend using FX lenses on DX bodies. Every Nikon FX lens I've used resolves images better than my DX lenses. An example is the 70-300VR, 50mm 1.8D/G, 35mm F/2D 24mm F2.8D,... » Read More Anders, simple explanation: The 35mm f/1.8G DX is the same field of view as my 35mm f/2D on my D7000. The 35 f/2D is designed for FX/35mm film cameras. The Nikon DX sensor crops both DX and FX lenses by 1.5x, so in FX/35mm film terms, both these 35mm lenses equate to about 52mm on DX. I actually prefer my 35mm f/2D on DX...old school and works with film bodies and less distortion and CA. BTW, I personally recommend using FX lenses on DX bodies. Every Nikon FX lens I've used resolves images better than my DX lenses. An example is the 70-300VR, 50mm 1.8D/G, 35mm F/2D 24mm F2.8D, etc, etc. The only Nikon DX zoom I'd recommend is the 16-85VR. ;) « Show Less
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Hi,Is this a recommended lens for landscapes? is it a wide-angle lens?Thanks for your comments.
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Lighter weight. Better image. Works in a lot less light. The 50 is very inexpensive. I use the 85mm 1.8 quite a bit. Great lens, older metal version or newer plastic one.
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the dx unless you plan on moving up to a full frame camera in the future. if you're not going to go full frame don't waste the $ on the fx lens. I have both these lenses, the dx I got first when I first started out, then recently the fx when I got a full frame camera. I've used the fx version on my d7000 (dx body) and honestly I see no real difference between the dx and fx lens on a dx body. even after pixel peeping quite a bit I was really at a loss as to which one was better, they both looked really good.
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I am a Canon guy. Not sure about Nikon DX vs. FX, but I do no know this lense is for cameras with APS-C image sensors and not the full frame 35mm image sensors. Make sure you buy it configured for Nikon too.
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NO. You will want the 35mm f/1.8 DX lens, which is the exact DX equivalent to this lens.Link: Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Lens with Auto Focus for Nikon DSLR Cameras
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the width. Although they both offer similar of not identical results (if you know how to use manual) the 50mm is the better one when i comes to a wide angle lens. However if you have one you don't need the other.
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I bought the Nikon-FX version for non-AI lenses, works fine on X-Pro1. Since the sensor is not FF I don't see why you should have any problem with DX lenses - just tested a Tamron 28-75DX, not problem. This model is for lenses that have an adjustable aperture ring. Later Nikkors do not so that is the crucial issue depending on what lenses you have.
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No...this lens is terrific with DX cameras like my D7000...but since this is a DX lens could work in a FX body, but you would waste your money with this lens using in a FX body...I would recommend use an FX lens an a Dx body rather than a Dx lens in a FX body,,,in that case, you should look for a sigma DG lens that are for FX bodies or look for an FX lens from Nikon....however, the tag price for those lens will be double or triple compared with Dx counterpart....my advice...get an DG or FX lens...i keep my 17-70mm for my d7000, but in my D600 I use 50mm 1.8g, the 70-300mm Vr, the 24-85VR and the 85mm 1.8 G....FX lens in FX bodies....hpe that helps.. No...this lens is terrific with DX cameras like my D7000...but since this is a DX lens could work in a FX body, but you would waste your money with this lens using in a FX body...I would recommend use an FX lens an a Dx body rather than a Dx lens in a FX body,,,in that case, you should look for a sigma DG lens that are for FX bodies or look for an FX lens from Nikon....however, the tag price for those lens will be double or triple compared with Dx counterpart....my advice...get an DG or FX lens...i keep my 17-70mm for my d7000, but in my D600 I use 50mm 1.8g, the 70-300mm Vr, the 24-85VR... » Read More No...this lens is terrific with DX cameras like my D7000...but since this is a DX lens could work in a FX body, but you would waste your money with this lens using in a FX body...I would recommend use an FX lens an a Dx body rather than a Dx lens in a FX body,,,in that case, you should look for a sigma DG lens that are for FX bodies or look for an FX lens from Nikon....however, the tag price for those lens will be double or triple compared with Dx counterpart....my advice...get an DG or FX lens...i keep my 17-70mm for my d7000, but in my D600 I use 50mm 1.8g, the 70-300mm Vr, the 24-85VR and the 85mm 1.8 G....FX lens in FX bodies....hpe that helps.. « Show Less
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depends on the lens. Most DX lenses will vignette (black ring around circumference of photo). But, vignetting aside, there will typically be severe distortion near that vignetting as well, and great drop in sharpness outside of the DX crop area. I've used the 35 mm DX 1.8 G on the D600 and results are so-so, it is okay for artistic effect, but gets old quickly and cropping it to DX is pointless since you can just get the 50 mm 1.8D for half the price and FOV will be equivalent, and there will be no vignetting.
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Yes, you can use this lens on any Nikon that can take G-lenses (like the D3300). But be aware that if you do have a DX/crop sensor (like the D3300), then the lens will work as a 36mm (still at 1.4). It is a spectacular lens, but unless you want to move to a FX/full frame sensor later, there is probably a cheaper alternative in Nikon's DX range. I use it on a D800 and love it!
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Hello :) I want to know if its a True Full frame FX Format Lens on a Pro Nikon D800?Or am i forced to use it in DX Crop mode?....I'm Sure some one out there Know what I MEAN?I Just want to use the Correct Macro like the Nikon 105mm f/2.8 where i will get the full frame Lens View benifit of a True Full Frame Lens, without the Crop View?Basically i want a True full Frame Macro Lens for my Full Frame Nikon D800...is this IT? THANK YOU :- :)
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One of the most important differences is the auto focus motor location. The D40X does not have an auto focus motor in the body of the camera. Therefore, you must buy the very pricey lenses with an auto focus built into the lense itself. The body of the D80 has an auto focus motor built right into the camera body. Also, the D80 usually comes with a 18-135 lense instead of a 18-55 that the D40X has. I hope this helps! :-)
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http://www.ephotozine.com/article/nikon-10-5mm-f-2-8g-ed-dx-fisheye-interchangeable-lens-review-18382 Hope this helps. Either way, it is still a cracking lens and I have never been disappointed with it as of yet :)
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In regards to Yug's comment about the 1.5x zoom factor ....This is not entirely correct as any lens will give you a 1.5x zoom on a DX camera, even a lens designed only for a DX camera. So either lens will give you the same field of view when zoomed to the same focal length.
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DX lenses are designed for non-full frame DSLR cameras. They basically have a smaller window that is the same size as the sensor. On a DX camera you can use either DX or FX (full frame) lenses however it isn't a great idea to use a DX lens on an FX camera (or a film camera). Here is a better explanation http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/Nikon-Camera-Technology/g588ouey/1/The-DX-and-FX-Formats.html and here is a list of DX cameras http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nikon_DX_format.
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Note that while this lens will work on all Nikon DSLR's, because it is a FX lens, it will have a different effective focal length for DX cameras like your D40x, which introduces a 1.5x crop factor. That means the 50mm FX lens on a DX camera will provide a 75mm (50mm x 1.5) view because the DX sensor is smaller than the full frame FX sensor. That being said, this 50mm lens is still great for a DX camera and will be an excellent first lens for a FX camera when you upgrade (otherwise, you would have to buy another lens to use the full FX sensor).
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It's like apples and oranges. One is a short zoom. The other is prime. So it does depend what you want it to do for you.If you need the faster lens I would go with the 35mm f1.8. If you don't need the faster lens and you like the advantage of not having to move around to compose your shot go with the zoom. I will say I find that Sigma 18-50 a bit bulky and it is basically a kit lens at least and Nikon's newer 18-55 is lighter and better it also does close focus really well. The Nikon f1.8 35 mm is a great lens for general shooting and keeps your camera footprint small and easy to carry. Don't know if this helps or not. Hope you make the best choice for you. It's like apples and oranges. One is a short zoom. The other is prime. So it does depend what you want it to do for you.If you need the faster lens I would go with the 35mm f1.8. If you don't need the faster lens and you like the advantage of not having to move around to compose your shot go with the zoom. I will say I find that Sigma 18-50 a bit bulky and it is basically a kit lens at least and Nikon's newer 18-55 is lighter and better it also does close focus really well. The Nikon f1.8 35 mm is a great lens for general shooting and keeps your camera footprint small and easy to... » Read More It's like apples and oranges. One is a short zoom. The other is prime. So it does depend what you want it to do for you.If you need the faster lens I would go with the 35mm f1.8. If you don't need the faster lens and you like the advantage of not having to move around to compose your shot go with the zoom. I will say I find that Sigma 18-50 a bit bulky and it is basically a kit lens at least and Nikon's newer 18-55 is lighter and better it also does close focus really well. The Nikon f1.8 35 mm is a great lens for general shooting and keeps your camera footprint small and easy to carry. Don't know if this helps or not. Hope you make the best choice for you. « Show Less