i have a question about my lens making my camera have an error signal

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why am i getting error on my nikon d500 when i use Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm 1:1.8 D lens.. is this lens not compatible with my camera or could there be a problem with the lens.. it is in great condition.. so i don't understand what the problem could be.. thanks in advance.. here are a couple of photos of the lens
 

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Are you stopping the aperture all the way down to f/22? You need to do this, plus lock it in that position, and use the camera body to change the aperture.
 
Are you stopping the aperture all the way down to f/22? You need to do this, plus lock it in that position, and use the camera body to change the aperture.
oh so this lens needs this setting... wow never would have thought of this...thank you...
 
It's not a 'setting'... it's the way Nikon designed their digital cameras to accept older lenses with aperture rings.

You set the lens to the minimum, lock it in place (so you can't accidentally move the ring) and use the camera body's controls to set the aperture. The camera will mechanically hold the lens open to maximum aperture so you have a bright viewfinder to focus and compose. When you press the shutter button, the lens will be allowed to close to the chosen aperture, the shutter opens/closes, then the aperture blades are opened back up again.
 
It's not a 'setting'... it's the way Nikon designed their digital cameras to accept older lenses with aperture rings.

You set the lens to the minimum, lock it in place (so you can't accidentally move the ring) and use the camera body's controls to set the aperture. The camera will mechanically hold the lens open to maximum aperture so you have a bright viewfinder to focus and compose. When you press the shutter button, the lens will be allowed to close to the chosen aperture, the shutter opens/closes, then the aperture blades are opened back up again.
thank you so much,, will try later today..
 
Are you stopping the aperture all the way down to f/22? You need to do this, plus lock it in that position, and use the camera body to change the aperture.
I've gotten this error before too. Just stop it all the way down and flip the little switch that locks the lens in the fully stopped down position and you should be good to go.
 
I believe most Nikons offer a menu option to control the aperture from the camera or lens.
 
I believe most Nikons offer a menu option to control the aperture from the camera or lens.

That's news to me and my 20-year-old Nikon gear.
 
It wasn't a thing back then.
It goes back about 10 years farther - with the F5 one has the option of using the lens' aperture ring or the camera's sub-command dial to set the aperture. I guess it's not possible with digitals
 
I believe most Nikons offer a menu option to control the aperture from the camera or lens.
Custom setting #22 on my F5. I use it with chipped manual focus Ai lens fitted. Ai lenses are not linear when the camera makes the choice leading to incorrect exposure.
 
why am i getting error on my nikon d500 when i use Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm 1:1.8 D lens.. is this lens not compatible with my camera or could there be a problem with the lens.. it is in great condition.. so i don't understand what the problem could be.. thanks in advance.. here are a couple of photos of the lens
Sorry to hear you’re having trouble with your Nikon D500 and the AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D lens. Here are a few things you can check that might help diagnose the issue:

  1. Lens Compatibility: The D500 should be compatible with the AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D, but sometimes compatibility issues arise with older lenses. Ensure the lens is mounted securely and that the contacts on both the lens and the camera body are clean.
  2. Focus Mode: Make sure your camera is set to autofocus (AF) mode. The D500 can operate in both AF and manual focus (MF), so check that you’re in the correct setting.
  3. Camera Settings: Check your camera settings to ensure you haven’t inadvertently changed something that would affect functionality. Resetting your camera settings to default might help if something’s been misconfigured.
  4. Lens Condition: While you mentioned the lens is in great condition, double-check for any physical damage or internal dust that could affect performance. If possible, try using the lens on a different camera body to see if the problem persists.
If none of these steps resolve the issue, it may be worth reaching out to Nikon support for further assistance.

Hope this helps, and good luck troubleshooting!

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Sorry to hear you’re having trouble with your Nikon D500 and the AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D lens. Here are a few things you can check that might help diagnose the issue:

  1. Lens Compatibility: The D500 should be compatible with the AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D, but sometimes compatibility issues arise with older lenses. Ensure the lens is mounted securely and that the contacts on both the lens and the camera body are clean.
  2. Focus Mode: Make sure your camera is set to autofocus (AF) mode. The D500 can operate in both AF and manual focus (MF), so check that you’re in the correct setting.
  3. Camera Settings: Check your camera settings to ensure you haven’t inadvertently changed something that would affect functionality. Resetting your camera settings to default might help if something’s been misconfigured.
  4. Lens Condition: While you mentioned the lens is in great condition, double-check for any physical damage or internal dust that could affect performance. If possible, try using the lens on a different camera body to see if the problem persists.
If none of these steps resolve the issue, it may be worth reaching out to Nikon support for further assistance.

On a side note, if you ever find yourself considering an upgrade or looking for a different shooting experience, I have a Sony Alpha a6400 for sale. It’s a fantastic camera with great autofocus capabilities and excellent low-light performance, which might complement your existing setup nicely. Just a thought!

Hope this helps, and good luck troubleshooting!
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