Thank you for the clarifications. What a helpful group! Frankly, Ive been tripping a shutter for many years, and have never used anything but Nikkor lenses. But, Ive never bought a auto-focus lens or a digital camera, so its kinda like starting over again. zardoz, Im probably a lot like you in my opinion about the look and feel. Thats why I asked the question. The bayonet mount is made of plastic?! I cant even imagine. How in the world does it hold up? Rork1973, I think the new referenced 24-85 G lens goes for about $300.00, so I hope its not too junky. It at least should help me figure out the D100. Thanks for the help. Pinto