"SteveB" <deserttraveler@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> "Peter" <peternew@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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>> "Paul Furman" <paul-@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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>> You are correct of course, automatic metering does not work with all
>> Nikon bodies. That was precisely the reason that I got the D200. The
>> metering system works fine with my old lenses. For example, my 200
macro
>> lens, which are used frequently, is as clear and sharp as the day I
>> bought it. I would not want auto focusing on a macro lens, for what
>> should be obvious reasons. On occasion are used by old 50F 1.2 and I
>> really do not mind the lack of auto focusing. It makes an excellent low
>> light lens. I really think a lengthy debate on this topic would not
serve
>> a useful purpose. We are all continually learning, while most of us
>> anyway, so that information can be exchanged and the potential
purchaser
>> able to make a somewhat informed decision. I purchased my camera based
>> upon what I think my needs are. Besides, every so often I like to pull
>> out my old F3 and see whether I still know how to use film.
>>
>> --
>> Peter
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>
> WHAT!? Are you saying that one size does NOT fit all?
>
> Steve ;-)
>
Some of use are know how to use an off camera meter and don't think manual
focus is a person of Hispanic origin. :-)
--
Peter
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