Help Regards Nikkor ED 300 f2.8 AI-S

[sf01457]

Hi all.


I have been given the above lens by a friend whom had long since sold all but this item of his Nikon gear. He now uses Cannon.

I have given it a good external clean and save a small speck of dust internally and a dry feel to the focus all else seems fine.

Is it at all possible to make my D80 meter with this lens fitted? I am no expert so will find it difficult to use otherwise!

Also, does anybody have an assembly diagram as I would like to lubricate the focus if possible?

Thanks for any help!!

Steve

[yossi]

The man in the following link offers a matrix chip upgrade for several Nikon AIS lenses, so the lens will meter with your camera:
http://home.carolina.rr.com/headshots/NikonFAQ.htm

[sf01457]

Thanks Yossi!

[Leif]

The man in the following link offers a matrix chip upgrade for several Nikon AIS lenses, so the lens will meter with your camera:
http://home.carolina.rr.com/headshots/NikonFAQ.htm

True but there have been a few horror stories. I sent the mount of my 200mm F4 AIS micro to be done, and he did a nice job. I think most people are happy, but one or two have had cause to complain. A search on his name should give a good summary of user experiences.

Anyway, these days I don't think you really need a chip. Just my opinion.

[Guidenet]

If that's Rolland Elliot, be really careful. There are plenty of horror stories about people not getting their lenses back and no refunds. Just google his name and then be careful. I think if you just send the mount, you'd be safer because you can always order a new mount from Nikon.

[sf01457]

Thanks for the eye's up.

I am very interested in this but will take the advice and check.

Thanks again.