Rexatar lenses – are they compatible w/Nikon SLR cameras?

Posted by admin in October 20th 2009    under: Nikon D40 SLR Cameras    
  
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Rexatar Zoom Lens 85-205mm

Does anyone know if this is compatible w/a Digital SLR Nikon d40 camera?
also, this one:
Asanuma Japan 400mm 5.6 Telephoto Lens

Are either of them compatible w/Nikon D40 or above SLR cameras?
Kiron Telephoto/Macro Lens?

There’s a bunch of these lenses, that I’ve never even heard of…sorry. :(

Unless the lens has its own motor, you’ll have no autofocus. And unless it’s a CPU lens, you’ll be unable to meter. Don’t put a crap lens on the D40. It’s too good of a camera for that. Stick to Nikon’s "G" series lenses.

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MixedMojo Said,
October 21st, 2009 @5:07 am  

No, it is not compatible. Perhaps in a nikon mount, but it is a manual focus lens, which will probably not meter with the D40.
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Edwin Said,
October 21st, 2009 @5:25 am  

Neither lens you list is worth buying. While I understand the economics of buying a lens, its better to save your money until you can buy Genuine Nikon lenses. There is a reason that an off-brand lens might cost $199.00 while a comparable Nikon lens might cost $999.00 and that is build quality and optical quality.

Remember: "Quality doesn’t cost, it pays."
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Eclipse Said,
October 21st, 2009 @5:39 am  

It’s strongly recommended that you stick to Nikon’s, Nikkor lenses. If you have to have a cheaper alternative to Nikon, stick to the major aftermarket makers. Those are Sigma, Tamron, Tokina and to a lesser extent, Zeiss. Nikon is still recommend far and above all of them.

To be honest, I have never heard of or seen a Rexatar lens. However, I did a search and found a few results. No website for the manufacturer. And the limited commentary included terms like "dog" and "turd." Generally, that’s not a good sign. I did see one person mentioning the purchase of a Rexatar lens for a Nikon mount so it appears they make a compatible version. Proceed at your own risk.
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David M Said,
October 21st, 2009 @6:08 am  

If it is a Nikon mount then it will fit. If it is not then no it will not. As the others have said they are crappy lenses. I wouldn’t bother. They would also be manual focus and may not meter.
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TayKitBak Said,
October 21st, 2009 @6:45 am  

Unless the lens has its own motor, you’ll have no autofocus. And unless it’s a CPU lens, you’ll be unable to meter. Don’t put a crap lens on the D40. It’s too good of a camera for that. Stick to Nikon’s "G" series lenses.
References :
D40, D80, D200, D1x

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