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Until recently, virtually all Nikon 35mm autofocus lenses worked with all Nikon digital SLR camera bodies. That has gradually changed, with some lenses now only suitable for certain cameras. In particular the new Nikon D40 and D40X will only work with AF-S Nikon lenses, or Sigma HSM lenses - these have focus motors built in to each lens - Most Nikon lenses are focused by a motor built in to the camera body. Also lenses with a G in their name don’t have an aperture ring, and DX lenses will work with any Nikon digital SLR camera but can’t be used with film - their imaging circle is only big enough for the smaller APS-C sized sensors in all Nikon digital SLR’s, not the full 24x36mm frame of 35mm film. The best advice with Nikon lenses now is to ask about compatability if you’re buying an older lens, but in most cases, if it’s a Nikon, it’ll be fine - All the above lenses worked fine with my Nikon D70 and Fuji S2 Pro. With Sigma and other independent makers, it’s a little more complicated. Most issues are with older Sigma lenses - so check before you buy. Tokina and Tamron lenses, unless they’re very old, are usually OK. (but not with the Nikon D40 or D40X)
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