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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Eye-level" data-source="post: 39988" data-attributes="member: 6548">These are jpegs of a low resolution scan! Most of the newer lenses are superior formulas and optical coatings and the such so they are better however they are no where near the quality of construction (metal and helicals etc) as the older Nikkors. There are a handful of legacy lenses though that blow away their modern counterparts.In terms of visual impact yes there is a difference with film vs digital but in just the past year or two digital technology has made it possible to replicate just about any film shot and as we near 25 megapixel sensors the main advantage that film has held for so long is falling by the wayside. There is also a notable difference between film and other films...the closest digital equivalent to this probably would be white balance??? I'm definately a hybrid type of guy although currently I am only using film. I would love to have a D300 or D90 or even D5000 and that is in the cards towards the end of next year. First I need to get a few more legacy lenses for the F2 and they are rather expensive. I've said it before and I'll say it again the greatest single thing about Nikon cameras is the F mount. You can still use these old lenses on modern bodies. Many of the non AI (and not compatible) lenses can be had for peanuts and an AI conversion is just 25 bucks plus shipping and handling which makes them compatible. I have a internet buddy who just bought an old pre ai nikkor 135mm/3.5 (which is a sonnar BTW) for $2.50 and I am not joking!!!As for the Series E 50/1.8 that made the pics above I bought my copy on ebay along with a Nikon EM camera for $40. I threw the camera away! This is a native AIS lens so it will work on any DSLR that anyone on this board is shooting with. With an effective focal length of 75mm walla presto instant portrait lens that is razor sharp...$40 bucks....see what I mean???</blockquote>

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