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This is a loaded question. Technically, the $18,000 Nikon AF-S 800mm f/5.6 lens will work on your camera.
However, if you are like most people that buy an entry-level Nikon such as the D5100, you are probably looking at moderate consumer-grade telephoto zoom lenses.
In that category, two great choices for inexpensive lenses are the Nikon AF-S 55-200mm f/4~5.6 vR and Nikon AF-S 55-300mm f/4.5~5.6 VR. Of the two, it is my opinion that the 55-200mm lens is better quality - it has an internal focus mechanism, which is an upgraded feature that the 55-300mm lens lacks.
The 55-300mm lens barrel rotates during focusing, which means it is harder to use a polarizer filter, whereas the 55-200mm lens, with it's superior internal focusing does not rotate the lens barrel to focus.
Nikon also makes a non-VR (vibration reduction) version of the 55-200mm lens, but I would skip that one.
If you want the 300mm reach, then consider the Nikon AF-S 70-300mm f/r4.5~5.6. Like the 55-200mm, it also has internal focusing, and also has a focusing clutch (meaning you can manually fine focus the lens in auto-focus mode).
If you compare lenses, the 70-300mm has a "M/A-M" switch, whereas the 55-200mm and 55-300mm lenses only have "M-A" switches. The 70-300mm lens also has ED glass, which is also an upgrade.
I bought my 70-300mm as a refurbished lens for under $400, which is a very good discount from the almost $600 retail price.
http://www.adorama.com/NK70300AFVRR.html
This is a loaded question. Technically, the $18,000 Nikon AF-S 800mm f/5.6 lens will work on your camera.
However, if you are like most people that buy an entry-level Nikon such as the D5100, you are probably looking at moderate consumer-grade telephoto zoom lenses.
In that category, two great choices for inexpensive lenses are the Nikon AF-S 55-200mm f/4~5.6 vR and Nikon AF-S 55-300mm f/4.5~5.6 VR. Of the two, it is my opinion that the 55-200mm lens is better quality - it has an internal focus mechanism, which is an upgraded feature that the 55-300mm lens lacks.
The 55-300mm lens barrel rotates during focusing, which means it is harder to use a polarizer filter, whereas the 55-200mm lens, with it's superior internal focusing does not rotate the lens barrel to focus.
Nikon also makes a non-VR (vibration reduction) version of the 55-200mm lens, but I would skip that one.
If you want the 300mm reach, then consider the Nikon AF-S 70-300mm f/r4.5~5.6. Like the 55-200mm, it also has internal focusing, and also has a focusing clutch (meaning you can manually fine focus the lens in auto-focus mode).
If you compare lenses, the 70-300mm has a "M/A-M" switch, whereas the 55-200mm and 55-300mm lenses only have "M-A" switches. The 70-300mm lens also has ED glass, which is also an upgrade.
I bought my 70-300mm as a refurbished lens for under $400, which is a very good discount from the almost $600 retail price.
http://www.adorama.com/NK70300AFVRR.html
camera lenses for nikon d5100?
MikeD
hey, I just recently got a nikon d5100. im new to DSLR's and I had a few questions. One is can I use any Lens on this camera? because I understand that the motor is in the Lens. If not can anyone give me a place where there is a list of lenses that are compatible? and my final question is, how do you set the ISO on it?
-thanks,
mike
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Although there are some limitations any Nikon "F" mount lens made since 1959 can be used on your Nikon D5100. Here is a complete list of lens compatibility:
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/compatibility-lens.htm Only the more expensive Nikon AF-S lenses will auto focus on your D5100.
The best way to learn to use your D5100 is to seriously READ & STUDY the Owner's Manual and watch this video:
http://www.nikondigitutor.com/eng/d5100/index.html Who better than Nikon to teach you to use your Nikon D5100?
This site has tutorials for the beginner to the professional:
http://www.digital-photography-school.com Sign up for the weekly e-newsletter.
Although there are some limitations any Nikon "F" mount lens made since 1959 can be used on your Nikon D5100. Here is a complete list of lens compatibility:
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/compatibility-lens.htm Only the more expensive Nikon AF-S lenses will auto focus on your D5100.
The best way to learn to use your D5100 is to seriously READ & STUDY the Owner's Manual and watch this video:
http://www.nikondigitutor.com/eng/d5100/index.html Who better than Nikon to teach you to use your Nikon D5100?
This site has tutorials for the beginner to the professional:
http://www.digital-photography-school.com Sign up for the weekly e-newsletter.
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