As a wildlife photographer I never really think about manual focus unless as you said I have pre focus on a spot wait for the action. But I think you made some good points there and I shall experiment. Thanks for posting.

Great video and I totally agree with you that manual focus slows you down and you’re able to more precisely focus on what you want rather than what you the camera thinks you want. Using the hyper focal distance is also an excellent way of doing street photography as well as nature or landscapes. It’s nice to have both AF and manual focus lenses. AF when you need it and and manual focus when you can take the time. The old AFD Nikkors can be bought pretty cheaply these days with many going mirrorless. Regards Gerry

Who loves using manual focus lenses? Let me know your favourites!

I do love my cheap AI lenses. Although I re-lubed my 200/4, I still like the 135/2.8 the best probably, even with the focus-throw. That said, the uber cheap 300/4.5 is not a bad lens too, over-shadowed by the better 300/4 ED of course, but it is still great value.