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Like all Nikon SLRs, the F-501 accepts Nikon's F-mount lenses, but will only autofocus with lenses designated " AF.

" Likewise, fully automatic exposure will only work with Ai-S type lenses, including many autofocus lenses ( G-type lenses are not supported by the F-501 ).

In both cases, the camera will function with lenses without these abilities, but will not autofocus or may not have full auto exposure capabilities.

AF lenses designated " D " add no functionality to the F-501, and " AF-S " and " VR " lenses will not perform their special functions if attached to an F-501.