Nikon Film Camera recommendation
Jan 12, 2014 20:32:52 #
amehta wrote:
I'll have to go check exactly what I've got, and make sure everything still works. I believe I have a N8008s and N90. They don't work with Nikon's "G" lenses, so I'll keep the F100 since it does work with the G lenses.
I already have a N90 and no interest in the 8008. Thanks.
Jan 12, 2014 20:39:00 #
Brand new FM10s with a 35-70 zoom and a case go for about $320. A refurbished version is available for $149.
You can get a very decent FA for about $150 - make sure the light seals are good. The FA was the first Matrix metering Nikon; the F100 does all of that and autofocus, too.
I second KEH.COM as a source for any of these.
You can get a very decent FA for about $150 - make sure the light seals are good. The FA was the first Matrix metering Nikon; the F100 does all of that and autofocus, too.
I second KEH.COM as a source for any of these.
Jan 12, 2014 20:45:07 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
buffmaloney wrote:
I already have a N90 and no interest in the 8008. Thanks.
I'm not surprised. That's why I still have them hanging around somewhere. :-)
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Jan 12, 2014 20:47:29 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
selmslie wrote:
If you just want to try them out, I suggest you look at a manual focus body like an FM2 or an FE2. An autofocus body like an F100 will cost a bit more. All three are good choices.
Look in keh.com for a decent selection from a reliable source.
Look in keh.com for a decent selection from a reliable source.
Any Nikon AF model except the F6/F5/F4/F100 should be under $100.
Jan 12, 2014 22:29:16 #
amehta wrote:
What lenses would you use with them?
The Nikon AF film cameras are ones like N6006, N8008, N90, F100, plus the F4/F5/F6 pro models. I have one or two I'd be happy to unload.
The Nikon AF film cameras are ones like N6006, N8008, N90, F100, plus the F4/F5/F6 pro models. I have one or two I'd be happy to unload.
I'd be happy to pay a fair price + postage from you knowing that it will work when I receive it, rather that trusting an EBay seller that says the shutter snaps and it looks clean !! Let me know (PM me) what you would like to send or "unload" and I will get back to you in the morning.
Regards, Gary
Jan 12, 2014 22:36:05 #
imagemeister wrote:
Your avatar is the first image I see of Snowy in a tree ! ......
That's where we found him down in Cape May just before New Years. I only had a 55-200VR on my camera so I just kept moving closer everytime he/she turned it's head away from me. Eventually it flew down the beach and sat on the sand. I pursued it and it flew across the inlet way out of range.
Jan 12, 2014 22:38:59 #
imagemeister wrote:
Why not an AF camera like the N8008S ??
I am open to recommendations !! I just don't want another wall hanger gathering dust that doesn't work.
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Jan 12, 2014 23:40:22 #
See if you can find a working Canon ftb. Shoot all manual. You should be able to find one for $40.
Jan 13, 2014 04:32:58 #
amehta wrote:
I'm not surprised. That's why I still have them hanging around somewhere. :-)
I still use my N90 at times. I do not use my FE. It could use a once over by Nikon for the foam and seals.
Jan 13, 2014 06:24:07 #
The FE2 and the FM2 are among the best cameras that Nikon ever made. I used the F5 for pro work and still do. I still have an FE body and use it on occasion. It's a joy to shoot.
Jan 13, 2014 06:32:09 #
GC likes NIKON wrote:
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I use an F, Nikomat, Nikkormat, and an F5. The only issue you'll possibly run into is the battery. The older Nikons used a mercury 1.3 volt battery. Those are not made anymore. You'll need a replacement, but be careful not all of them are made the same way.
The only one I'd recommend is the MR-9. This can be purchased from C.R.I.S.
https://www.criscam.com/mercury_battery_adapters.php
This allows the use of a rather inexpensive Duracell 386(or equivalent). The device has a voltage regulator, which drops the 1.5 volts provided by the Duracell to 1.3 volts required by the camera. Batteries usually last at least a year or more.
The nice thing about the ones I recommended, other than the F5, is that if the batteries do die, the camera still works. It's only the meter which is affected. Though the F5 is a superlative camera, I carry two additional battery packs, as the camera becomes a paperweight if the batteries die.
--Bob
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Jan 13, 2014 07:45:19 #
Jan 13, 2014 08:07:55 #
lalezo
Loc: Gainesville, FL
I have a NIKON F100 ... I shoot an occasional roll of 35 mm film ... I still have stacks of them in the freezer (FUJI Provea 400). Good luck.
Lloyd
PS/ I have them developed in "The Darkroom" .. and I get back slides and a CD with digitized images ... very reasonably priced.
Lloyd
PS/ I have them developed in "The Darkroom" .. and I get back slides and a CD with digitized images ... very reasonably priced.
Jan 13, 2014 08:16:13 #
I have F601 and it is auto focus with all AFD lens but will not work any of DX lenses this was last Nikon film camera
Jan 13, 2014 09:03:24 #
wj cody
Loc: springfield illinois
GC likes NIKON wrote:
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hi,
the fe and fm cameras were wonderful in their time. a main problem is the failure of the light meter. in the fe, this is catastrophic as the shutter will also be adversely affected. the fm will still work at all shutter speeds, even if the light meter goes south.
so, that leaves the f3 and the f6. the f3 is a remarkable camera, very pro, not huge like the f4 and f5. i'd go with the hp prism on the f3. i don't think you'd go wrong with it. ergonomically, is the best nikon ever, with the exception of the auto focusing f6. that is one great camera, probably the best nikon ever built, but used ones command a premium price $800 - $1100. but if you can swing it, it sure is the way to go. other auto focusing nikons are the n90s, and the n80s - both very good and will give you 85% of the f6 at much lower cost. this nice thing is nikon never changed their lens mount, so you have a plethora of nikkor lenses to choose from, with of course, certain limitations.
i do wish you all the best in your search.
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