Nikon D vs. G lens

[ang]

Can anyone tell me the differences, plus' & minus' of a Nikon D-type lens vs. a Nikon G-type lens??

 

[arthurleung]

I have both....the difference is PRICE

 

[huffman]

According to a B&H listing:
G-type lenses are fully compatible with the F6, F5, F100, N80, N75, N65, N55, D1 or D2-series and D100 (or any newer model) cameras.

I think G lenses don't have an external apeture ring, my 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF DX doesn't.

D lenses can go on about anything and still work.

 

[MDowdey]

i believe thats correct.

the G lenses are designed for cameras that can change the aperture using dials and knobs...the D lenses have the aperture ring and can go on manual and fully automatic nikon cameras.


md