Canon 50mm FD macro lens on Nikon D3100?

[mike1985]

lol thank u guys.. that was very insightful.. i really appreciate all your help..

thanks again.
M

 

[BrianV]

Mike- the adapter "should work", it's quality is probably about the same as using a "+1 close-up" optic that screws into the lens. Best to stop down a bit before using it.

what u mean by this?? I am kind of in learning curve so could u please elaborate?

This discussion was started in reference to an adapter similar to the one you show, but for using pentax lenses on a Nikon:

http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/...does-flange-distance-effect-iq-sharpness.html

For $25 it's cheap.

Nikon Manual Focus Fixed Focal Length Lenses - KEH.com

Nikon Manual Focus 55 F3.5 MICRO P NON AI (52) 35MM SLR MANUAL FOCUS STANDARD ANGLE LENS - KEH.com

If you are in the US, KEH has a Micro-Nikkor 55/3.5 in "Bargain" condition for under $40.

the second link that u gave me seem to be decent deal .. however i am not sure what is "micro" lens ?? under the lens description it says 55 F3.5 MICRO P NON AI (52) 35MM SLR MANUAL FOCUS STANDARD ANGLE LENS.. so what does MICRO P NON AL means? lol


and the only reason i am buying the adaptor and messing around with this lens inspite of incompatiblity is that because I got the lens for free..

if i were to buy a completely different lens then for starter i will buy nikon 35mm prime lens which comes for around 200 dollars.. however i am not sure as i never used any prime lens.. it feels odd buying a lens that will NEVER zoom.. lol so i am kind of reluctant to it..

let me know ur views and advises..

thanks all of u for your help .

Sorry, I missed the question. "MICRO" is just the term that Nikon used for their Macro lenses. They have used this term since the 1950s. So "Micro" is just like "Macro" but it has an "i". I have a Zoom-Micro-Nikkor ED, the ED stands for "Extra Dollars"...not the other thing.

A "+1", "+2", and "+3" are accessory lenses that screw into a lens like a filter, but shift the focus of the lens to use close-up. They are simple lenses, they work, but are not as sharp as a lens made specifically for close-up work.

 

[xplodee]

You'll be just wasting some more money in trying to make it work.

Try to get a Canon camera from your friend and use the lens. See the quality of pic, you wont get that quality.

Why not better sell the canon lens instead & buy a Nikon 50mm ?
That will be with you for years


Just a Thought.