D3000 with a Nikkor 18-105mm lens

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paddabbo

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Hey,

I just got a great deal on the 18-105mm lens that typically comes with the D90, but was wondering if anyone knew how it would preform if I were to purchase and use it on a D3000.

I'm finally making the jump to a DSLR (used to shoot 35mm Nikon SLRs, but have only used point and shoot digitals until now). I don't know that I'm neccessarily ready to make the investment in the D90, so was considering pairing the D3000 with this lens.

Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks.
 
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Curt

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It will work very well, I had a D3000 for a while and it is a nice light camera. It takes very nice pictures and for the money it’s very good. If you don’t need the video feature (D5000 & D90). But that should be left to a camcorder anyway…lol. I had a 18mm-55mm on my D3000, but a 18mm-105mm will get you in much closer. Is it a VR lens (Vibration reduction)? Which is even better. The D90 is a better camera and leaves you with lots of growth as a photographer, but if you feel the cost is too much, the D3000 is a good starter camera
 
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paddabbo

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Great, thanks for the advice.

Yeah, its the same 18-108mm VR lens that comes with the D90, I just snagged one for a great price that was a factory demo.

I have no need for video, and can always use my point and shoot for that if I really need it.

I think I'll probably go with the D3000 knowing that i've got a little more flexibility with the nicer lense, and perhaps I'll upgrade in a few years to whatever has replaced the D90 at that point.
 
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Curt

Senior Member
Sounds like a nice combination, I have a 55mm to 200mm VR Nikkor lens and it works very well. The 18mm to 105mm will work very nice for you, I am sure.
Good luck with you camera choice.
 
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keshavchugh

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i'm using the same combination from quite some time...i'm very satisfied and happy with the performance... d3000 is an awesome camera and the lens works well too
 
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Curt

Senior Member
The D3000 is a nice light camera, if you don’t need all the bells and whistles of a D700 or D3. For everyday shooting and hobbyists a great camera, on a budget.
 
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