From Nikon
Fits all Nikon SLR cameras but optimized for automatic-focus models
I am new at this camera thing... I bought this to go with my Nikon d40x because it says that it's compatible with the camera. It does work with the camera but everything is manual focus with this lens. I guess the d40x does not have some "drive" on it that other cameras do to make it autofocus. I can get some great shots with it, but it's all manual which is a lot of work! I won't so much blame the lens....should have researched my camera more before I bought it. oh well, live and learn!
I primarily shoot a Nikon D200, and up until a couple days ago, only carried three lenses with me. They are the 12-24mm dx, the nikkor 80-200mm f2.8, and the 55mm micro (manual focus). I felt the need to get something in the "middle range" for street photography, but have previously returned every mid-range zoom I've ever bought. This lens was the answer! The lens is fast, autofocus is lightning quick, it's cheap, and it's small and light. Images are sharper than any lens I've previously shot, the bokeh (out of focus backround) when shot wide-open is as good as I've seen, and lens flare is non-existent. That's right, and I've shot directly into halogen, floresent and the sun! For those who experience flare with this lens, I recommend taking off your useless UV filter. The front lens element is receded far enough that it is not at risk for bumps, smudges and cracks.