Nikon Lenses
Nikon Digital Camera Lenses
When it comes to choosing a 35 mm digital camera lens the choices are numerous which makes it a very daunting task. There must be something like 999 or more lenses available to choose from. I have literally spent many hours thumbing through catalogs and spec sheets. When you add the time checking out forums, reading reviews in you favorite photography magazine you have spent an enormous amount of time in research.
When it comes down to it all you would really want to know is which digital-camera lens is best for your new Nikon digital SLR. If you're a newbie in 35 mm, SLR-camera photography, ask yourself if your are simply using your camera knowing that with a good lens you will get a better picture quality? If so depending on your budget there are lenses available for around $100 and on the other hand if you a professional and want a high end digital camera lens you can spend more than $1,000 dollars to improve your optics.
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 NIKON AF-S NIKKOR 18-70MM 1:3.5-4.5 G ED DX ZOOM LENS  US $76.00
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 Nikon Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR Lens NEW USA US $93.00
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 Nikon 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-D Nikkor 28-80 Lens US $49.00
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 Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G VR IF-ED Lens US $475.00
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 Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED Lens US $811.23
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 Nikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S DX VR ED Lens ** MINT ** US $242.50
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 Nikon AF Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D IF-ED Lens US $550.00
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 Nikon AF-S Nikkor 18-70mm 1:3.5-4.5 G ED DX zoom lens US $102.50
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 Nikon DX AF-S Nikkor 18-200mm 1.35-5.6 G ED VR Lens US $382.00
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A good choice in the lower price range is the The Nikon Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D AF lens. For the money this Nikon lens can't be beat because it offers the novice the ability to take better, sharper pictures. Sure you could spend a few hundred more for a slightly better picture however to get the most bang for your buck the 50mm f/1.8 lens is a superb choice. With it's 1.8 aperture maximum it allows you to take great-looking portraits which are similar to ones you would see in some quality professional shots. Not only is it small it is also very light for a digital camera lens.
If you are looking to add the zoom function to your digital camera the Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF AF-S is a very good choice. Because of its zoom function you can take pictures of a large group of people in tight locations due to the ability to go to . The cost is less than $400 and it also allows you to go to 70mm for relatively times you are taking portrait pictures in a tight spot.
The Nikkor 18-200mm F/3.5-5.6g IF-ED AF-S DX VR is a very popular lens that will satisfy even the seasoned professional. It's popularity stems from it being one of the only Nikon lens that offers an extremely large zoom range, with added auto focus action which is fast. Another great feature of this digital-camera lens is the VR mechanism that ensures steady shots without the use of flash. You will love it when you are taking a picture in a situation where you are not allowed to use flash and a tripod. Because of the addition of the VR technology, Nikon has provided you with the ability eliminate handshake at a much slower shutter speed. For under $800 you can purchase this fine lens which will enable you to take pictures in virtually every situation possible.
As you can see there are many choices available to you in the digital camera lens marketplace. Sure you can spend more money however, keep in mind that unless you require a higher cost lens due to specific requirements ask yourself "does the Nikon optics chosen justify spending much more?". Be careful not to fall into the trap of just going for bigger and pricier optical lenses without knowing how to value from them.