>>> Date: Sat, 06 Feb 1999 22:07:14 -0800 From: Dan Nelson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: some manual focus lens questions [v04.n235/25] Message: 25 I have been shopping for the following prime lenses and I'd appreciate if someone would describe the _optical_ differences, if any, between the following lenses: 24/2.8 AIS vs. AF 24/2.8D <<< None >>> 28/2.8 AIS vs. AF 28/2.8D 35/2 AIS vs. AF 35/2D <<< Don't know >>> Which of these lenses, other than the 24/2.8D, have Close Range Correction? <<< Perhaps the Af 28/2.8D >>> Is the 28/2 manual focus (AIS?) sharper than the 28/2.8? (either the AF-D or the AIS?) <<< Don't know, but doubtful >>> Also, why are many MF Nikkors more expensive than brand new AF-D Nikkors? Like I saw a used 24/2.8 AIS for $380 where the new one goes for $290 at B&H. Collectibles? <<< The MF lenses feel better when you focus them. The MF lenses are all metal; many of the AF lenses aren't. Jim
