as some of you know ive a new camera a nikon d40, it came with the 18-55 lense kit but thats not so good for far off shots so im wanting to buy a lense that will handle far off shots ( to bring them closer).

what sort of lense should i be looking for? this is where you come in. whats a good all round size to buy (55 - 200mm ect.....) i ideally want one that i can pick say a church spear out on the horizon and pull it in.

i want one but im not sure whats the best size.


also i know the nikon d40 you need special lenses IF you want it to auto focus, from what ive read this isnt essential on a lense for this cam but it does help. if i was to go for one that doesnt have auto focus ( due to cost) what does this mean? is it as it sounds that i have to adjust the focus ring myself?



right you guys seem to know what your going on about so i'll sit back and wait for a reply. hope my post makes sense and thanks in advance.