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Looking to double-check that any Micro-Nikon lens will work on my new d3100 as long as I am manually focusing...right?
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As long as it's been made since about 1977, you're fine for manual focus, though most of Nikon's micro lenses have been updated to AF-S at this point. So if you're buying new, you're likely to be able to find one that will auto focus on your camera.
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I was actually wondering because I am seriously considering going to ebay for a used lens...my budget for photography isn't huge and I don't happen to have an extra $500 bucks just laying around at the moment. Since I like to shoot manual anyway, I figured it might be a great way to get started without having to spend a ton of money.

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In that case, yep! Go for it
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