As stated, the 50mm "E" series lens is probably the best choice.
However, if you're stubborn (even foolish) about getting the absolute
slimmest lens, Nikon DID make the 45mm f/2.8 GN Nikkor, which was
indeed VERY shallow. It can't be fitted as manufactured, and Nikon no
longer offers the necessary AI conversion. But some lenses available
have already been modified, and some places will still do an "informal"
modification.


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wrote:

'Stefan Patric[_3_ Wrote:
;968761']On Sat, 05 Jan 2013 13:16:01 +0000, tweale wrote:
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Hello
I am very new to photography and have inherited a Nikon SLR 35mm
camera
from my dad, and need some help with what lens to use. I don't need
any
zoom, I simply want a very slim lens to use as the current one is very
bulky (8cm long or something) and I know that I just won't use it as
much.

On every website I have visited, the lens seem very advanced with
zoom,
automatic focus etc. I need something of good quality but just rather
basic in its credentials. I essentially just want to look through the
viewfinder, focus the lens and click.

Surely this shouldn't be too much to ask?! I would be very grateful
for
any help or advice given.-

First determine the model of your camera body. It should be on the
body:
F, F2, F3, FM, FM2, FE, etc. Then go he

http://www.cameraquest.com/classics.htm

Everything you'd want to know about cameras.

Stef

Hello,
Thank you for your replies. Sorry I have just had a look its a fully
manual F301 probably from the early 90s (I guess). The lens is a
standard Nikon Bayonet fitting. Ideally I just want a lens with a manual
focus to make the camera super slimline so that I can fit it easily into
my pocket/bag and will be of much more use. I will have a look at these
links but any suggestions would be very much welcome.
Thanks