Field tested Nikon F
Jul 21, 2017 09:19:32 #
I have and F-haven't used it for a while and am willing to part with it at this point as 35mm film cameras can't compare to full frame digital. If I was going to shoot film (which I think is wonderful) I think I would opt for a used medium format camera or even large format for its superb landscape capabilities.
Jul 21, 2017 09:46:27 #
Jul 21, 2017 10:28:32 #
wingclui44
Loc: CT USA
Quinn 4 wrote:
First: I writing about Nikon F with Photomic FLN l... (show quote)
Good to see somebody is still using this legendary Nikon Ftn, I got mine in the early 1970 plus a Nikkormat Ftn. I still can find the battery for both in Radio Shack or from Amazon, it's alkaline battery, # 625A.
I still have several Nikkor lenses & couple from other brand. I can use them all on my Df & D200 (after some modification)
In the picture shows here are the Nikkor 35mm f2.8; Nikkor 43-86mm f3.5; Nikkor 135mm f2.8. I also have the Tokina AT 28-80mm ; Vivitar 70-210mm f3.5 Ser.-1.
Jul 21, 2017 11:11:29 #
I got my first Nikon F with the Photomic FTN metering head in 1969 and used it for 10 years, then traded in ALL the Nikon gear & lenses to buy a Pentax 6x7 which I still have and use. Over the years I acquired and got rid of various 35mm SLRs to use as backups. Most notable was an Olympus OM-2 and OM-10 (as backup). About 10 years ago I bought another F/FTN on eBay but the meter head was dead. Got a CLA on the camera and bought a pentaprism head and some lenses, used it for a while but with my D5000 DSLR I didn't need another film camera other than the big Pentax so I sold the F to KEH. Sold off most of the Olympus gear also. 2-3 years ago I picked up a Nikon FE (with motor drive) in an auction lot that went for a total of $40!! Today I use the FE, the 6x7, and have upgraded the DSLR to a D7100. BTW the new Nikkor 10-20 zoom (15-30 full frame equivalent) is fabulously sharp and extraordinarily free of distortion for a near fish-eye focal length lens. And a bargain at just over $300. Right now I have Velvia 100 in the FE, Ilford Pan F (need bright light AND my tripod) in the big Pentax, and am anticipating Kodak UK's promised reintroduction of Ektachrome this fall.
Sorry for the overlong reply.
Sorry for the overlong reply.
Jul 21, 2017 11:35:58 #
cthahn wrote:
List one good reason to go back to film.
You are forced to use manual mode?
Jul 21, 2017 12:44:22 #
Camerapapi: 16 rules of light is what you call sunny 16. Each to their own.
Cthahn: One most think, one has only one chance to get that picture, so one has to think to do it right. No going to one's computer to fake a picture. If that not a good reason, I don't what to tell you.
Lamiaceae: I using a Pentax Spotmatic as I am writing this reply. Lens: Sears 1:1.4 55mm and for long ranger work Sears 1:3.5 200mm with a Vivirar Converter 2X.
Sodapop: Plain Jane Nikon F with 50 mm lens. $150 to $200.00. .Put that camera back on line and use it.
Leopardo: If you are looking for camera for landsocape work. I have a few 120mm film cameras for sale.
Cthahn: One most think, one has only one chance to get that picture, so one has to think to do it right. No going to one's computer to fake a picture. If that not a good reason, I don't what to tell you.
Lamiaceae: I using a Pentax Spotmatic as I am writing this reply. Lens: Sears 1:1.4 55mm and for long ranger work Sears 1:3.5 200mm with a Vivirar Converter 2X.
Sodapop: Plain Jane Nikon F with 50 mm lens. $150 to $200.00. .Put that camera back on line and use it.
Leopardo: If you are looking for camera for landsocape work. I have a few 120mm film cameras for sale.
Jul 21, 2017 12:53:38 #
Jul 21, 2017 12:57:39 #
It looks great but you should remove that flash adapter and use a flash that was made for it.
Jul 21, 2017 13:36:25 #
Archiefamous
Loc: Manhattan
Looks great. The adapter I believe was made for Nikon and standard hot shoe flashes.
Jul 21, 2017 13:41:06 #
Leopardo wrote:
I have and F-haven't used it for a while and am willing to part with it at this point as 35mm film cameras can't compare to full frame digital. If I was going to shoot film (which I think is wonderful) I think I would opt for a used medium format camera or even large format for its superb landscape capabilities.
I have not used my 35mm film cameras in years. I still have three, plus a couple vintage nearly antique ones. I still have two 4x5" view cameras. I do plan on using the 4x5" film cameras again, or I better, as my wife let me buy more lenses for them.
Jul 21, 2017 13:52:08 #
lamiaceae wrote:
I have not used my 35mm film cameras in years. I still have three, plus a couple vintage nearly antique ones. I still have two 4x5" view cameras. I do plan on using the 4x5" film cameras again, or I better, as my wife let me buy more lenses for them.
Do it and get those 35mm cameras up and running also.
Jul 21, 2017 13:52:13 #
lamiaceae wrote:
I better, as my wife let me buy more lenses for them.
She who must be obeyed...LOL
Jul 21, 2017 14:03:04 #
blacks2 wrote:
Does it look as good as mine?
Beautiful!
(sort of has a "Steam-Punk" look to it)
Used one myself for sports at a paper I worked for.
Not exactly ergonomic.
The chief photog had an F2 with motor drive.
Jul 21, 2017 14:42:16 #
Mine looks preetty good too!
blacks2 wrote:
Does it look as good as mine?
Jul 21, 2017 15:07:54 #
sodapop wrote:
Mine looks preetty good too!
Did you get your index finger repositioned after using the F?
(for those who don't know, the release button on the F is at the back of the top cover.)
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