Re: Vivitar Lenses For Nikon Cameras

Thomas Conlon wrote:
> For years I used Minolta cameras (X700).  I used Vivitar Series 1 lenses
on 
> my Minoltas (28-80 & 80-200).
> 
> Recently I moved to Digital SLR and, since Konica-Minolta is no longer
in 
> the camera business,  purchased a new Nikon D40.
> 
> I'd like to use my "old faithful" Vivitars on the Nikon.
> 
> My question is: Are the old Vivitars in Minolta mount compatible with
the 
> newer Nikon D40.
> 
> I'll appreciate any information.  Thanks. 

If they are universal screw mount m42, they will mount but with no 
metering on less than a D200 body. If they are a straight Minolta mount, 
they won't mount.

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