Which lense is this?

[jason_andrew]

<p>Simple question, which 50mm lense is this and how can I use it with my F80 and D70? <img src=" alt="" /><br>

I realise it isn't the D or G versions so what limitations will it have on each camera? I'm I better selling it and getting hold of the D version?</p><div></div>

[scott_ditzel1]

<p>Looks to be the original AF version...I have it & it works well on all of my film & digital Nikon's. Doesn't focus as fast as the newer version & the "D" version transmits distance info to the camera body which is good when you are using flash, but not critical...</p>

[jason_andrew]

<p>OK it is an 'F' model so how well will it work with the metering systems on both the F80 and D70? I'd like to use it on both cameras.</p>

[scott_ditzel1]

<p>No problems with metering on either camera...</p>

[jason_andrew]

<p>Thanks I think I just need a few more outings with it to get the best from it.</p>

[eb_lim]

<p>Hi Jason<br>

I have that old 50 AF F1.8 lens too. I first bought and used it on my 801 (8008) and now I have used it on my D70s and D 700 and it works well. It is a sharp lens. I also have an old 28mm AF 2.8 works well on my D700 but when I want wide angle I usually use my 20-35mm AF D F2.8.<br>

All these 'old' Nikon lenses still work with even their latest DSLRs that is what is sets Nikon apart from their competition. I still have some Nikkor MF F mounts that I use sometimes with DSLRs.<br>

eb</p>

[CoryAmmerman]

<p>The only issue you might run into is if you use flash. I believe that you have to set the flash power manually, as the TTL flash metering requires distance information. Other than that, it should be fine.</p>

[eb_lim]

<p>Hi Cory,<br>

Yes thats true, its not an AF D lens and you can set it ay 'Auto' and use it like the flash units of the old days. TTL Bal won't work<br>

eb </p>

[jason_andrew]

<p>By TTL bal do you mean iTTL?</p>