D5000

[accord2003]

Hello

I was reading the D5000 review by Thom. I thought this was really interesting.

"One aspect of lenses that doesn't get mentioned much with the D5000 is an intriguing one: you can mount any Nikkor on it. That's right, any, as in pre-AI lenses can be put on this camera and used without damaging it. Of course you'll be metering and focusing manually, but the presence of Live View can make focusing easier"

I was going to buy a 50mm F1.2 pre -AI until I found out it will damage my D300. Does anybody know why the D5k can mount these old lens. Thom doesn't mention the reason in the review. thanks

[r3g]

Good question. Maybe the lens can mess with the contact points or screw motor on the camera body or something. And since the D5000 doesnt have that motor its not an issue. But what do I know..

[K1W1]

Send him an email and ask him. He responds.

[accord2003]

Good question. Maybe the lens can mess with the contact points or screw motor on the camera body or something. And since the D5000 doesnt have that motor its not an issue. But what do I know..

r3g. I believe you are correct. I didn't even think of that.

Send him an email and ask him. He responds.

He does? I guess it won't hurt to send one :)

[K1W1]

He does? I guess it won't hurt to send one :)

He has for me when I asked about his ebooks but maybe I'm special. :)

He also posts regularly on the DPReview Nikon forum.