NIKON CAMERA LENS TUTORIAL | What Do The Numbers On My Nikon Lenses Mean?

NIKON CAMERA LENS TUTORIAL | What Do The Numbers On My Nikon Lenses Mean? Camera lens numbers, symbols, and markings explained!! Learn how to read lens descriptions like this, AF-S DX 35mm f/1.8G and MUCH MORE! What do the numbers and letters on a camera lens mean? In this video I will cover the basic lens letters, numbers, and abbreviations for Nikon lenses for beginners PLUS some other common abbreviations and letter codes that note important features of lenses, such as focus motor type and lens coatings. By the end of this video you will know the difference between DX and FX lenses, which lenses have built in focus motors, what the focal length (mm) numbers mean, and how to determine the maximum aperture values for a lens. Additionally, you will know how additional letters on the lens indicate better quality versions and optics. Knowing this information will help you select the right lenses for your camera. 00:00 Introduction to Basic Nikon Abbreviations 06:30 Extended version - more Nikon Abbreviations Full Chart of Abbreviations for Canon/Nikon/Sony: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aUGCW8vLPc2CtZsbbI9-VXqbhzKQkubn/view?usp=sharing Abbreviations for Third Party Manufacturers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fUO3vdhvwqH6o-kt0yc2sSE9zu_yrWn5/view?usp=sharing Nikon Compatibility References(multiple links): https://www.nikonimgsupport.com/eu/BV_article?articleNo=000005532&configured=1&lang=en_GB https://www.nikonimgsupport.com/eu/BV_article?articleNo=000035705&configured=1&lang=en_GB https://www.nikonusa.com/Images/Learn-Explore/Photography-Techniques/2011/Which-Nikkor-is-Right-for-You/Media/NIKKOR-lens-compatibility-chart.pdf Cheat Sheets & e-Books Crop factor – https://focusedcamera.weebly.com/uploads/1/2/7/7/127775132/crop_factor.jpg More on Lenses, Angle of View (Focal Lengths) & Understanding Focal Lengths: https://www.focusedcamera.net/ebooks Basic Lens Markings – https://focusedcamera.weebly.com/uploads/1/2/7/7/127775132/basic_lens_markings.jpg Depth of Field (Aperture) & Hyperfocal Distance – https://www.focusedcamera.net/ebooks Understanding Aperture Hands-On Lesson: https://focusedcamera.weebly.com/uploads/1/2/7/7/127775132/aperture_lesson_copyright_2021.pdf Test Your Knowledge Quiz: https://focusedcamera.weebly.com/uploads/1/2/7/7/127775132/lens_basics_quiz_-_nikon.pdf Follow us on Twitter @focusedcamera Visit our website and sign up for our newletter for more great content: http://www.focusedcamera.net Buy us a coffee (to help fund more helpful videos): https://www.buymeacoffee.com/focusedcamera Interested in having a personal photography coach? It's like having a tutor for learning your camera and some plans start at only $5 a month! https://www.focusedcamera.net #focusedcamera