Which is better, AF Nikkor 50MM 1.8G or AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G?

Will the auto-focus work on the D60?

Both are AF-S lenses, so both will autofocus perfectly with the D60.

Which one is better depends on what you want to do with it. The 35mm one is good for group shots and as a generic walkaround lens, the 50mm one is better for portraits.

I suggest the Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Camera over the Nikon 50mm f/1.8G AF-S NIKKOR Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Camera. I think it will suit your needs better.

Nikon 35mm f/1.8G AF-S DX Lens:

- Engineered for Nikon DX-format digital SLRs - Optical formula optimized for use with Nikon DX-format digital SLRs.
- Aspherical lens element minimizes coma and other types of lens aberrations, further improving image integrity
- Nikon Super Integrated Coating (SIC) enhances light transmission efficiency and offers superior color consistency and reduced flare
- The exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM) enables fast, accurate and quiet autofocus
- Close focusing to one foot for creative perspectives and versatility

http://www.amazon.com/...001S2PPT0/

Nikon 50mm f/1.8G AF-S NIKKOR Lens:

- Fast, upgraded f/1.8, compact FX-format prime lens
- Newly developed optical system with Aspherical lens element
- Exclusive Nikon Silent Wave Motor (SWM)
- M/A Focus Mode Switch
- Optimized for edge to edge sharpness on both FX and DX-format D-SLRs

http://www.amazon.com/...004Y1AYAC/

The 35MM is ranked as number 2 in the top camera lens list on amazon whereas the 50MM is at number 13. Read this review from an actual user about the Performance of the 35MM. It has helpful info about the lens and tells how the auto focus works with the D60:

http://www.amazon.com/...17SWB9VFU/

Both the lenses will do AF with you D60, both lens have AF-S,

Buy Nikon 35mm lens
1.covers more area
2.very sharp and
3. Bokeh is excellent

See the list of camera with and without AF motor http://www.recommendedlenses.com/2011/11/list-of-nikon-dx-format-camera.html