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Help with manual focus lens of the camera car?
I am new to photography, and enrolled in a photography class in my school. I know the body I'm buying – a Nikon FM10. I heard that is ideal for students and hobbyists. For my class, I need a manual SLR camera 35 mm and objective. I was wondering if the autofocus lenses could be used somehow manually? I only ask because I'm having trouble finding the one I want – a 50mm/1.8 Nikon lens manual. I have heard that there is such, but I'm having trouble finding a used one that is not too expensive for me – $ 150 or less. Is there any other manual lens is good for a beginner and is compatible with a Nikon FM10? I also wonder about the Micro-Nikkor 55 mm f/2.8 – good for beginners? Me would make nice pictures about nature, but have the ability to use it without having a close-up every time. Thanks for everything. :]
Since you are using a Nikon, then yes, Nikon lenses – including AF lenses – can be installed and used in the camera. The exception will be to make sure the lens has a traditional aperture ring – otherwise no control over the lens, you will need. Avoid the "G" Series lenses, and almost any lens designed for digital cameras. They will mount up, focus, but you will have an aperture of memory which can not change.
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