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Sep 11, 2014 05:43:53 #

troutisme

you should take good look at fuji xe1 if you want that. also fuji xt1. the lenses from fuji are also very very good

Sep 11, 2014 06:01:19 #

tferstl Loc: Belton, Texas

davidheald1942 wrote:

I'm 72 YO and have been using manual cameras for about 50 years. I've had SLR's, range finder, twin lens and most all the old box cameras. I'm looking for a DSLR that can be used just like an old film SLR. I prefer to set my f/stop and shutter speed myself. I'm not tied to any make (brand) so I can rule that part out. Any suggestions?
ronny

You might want to go to this link http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/df.htm

An excellent review.

Sep 11, 2014 06:03:13 #

jimbo70 Loc: Orange Park, FL.

I shoot a Fuji X100s and it is very close to a film camera. No zoom lens but a wide and normal adapter are available. The used prices should drop some as its replacement was just announced.

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Sep 11, 2014 06:05:33 #

it123

Dave, I by passed the whole dslr thing and went from an F3 to a Fuji X-pro 1. Not for everyone I am sure but it has all the knobs like the old school. Good luck Terry

Sep 11, 2014 06:23:18 #

Bobbee

I like to have a camera in my hands that fell like I am holding something. I have a D20, D700 and D800. Like most/all cameras they offer manual mode but do feel like I have my old D100 in my hands. Good luck.

Sep 11, 2014 07:15:54 #

steveg48

Fuji XT-1. It's a mirrorless camera but handles like an old dlsr.

Sep 11, 2014 07:16:06 #

sueyeisert Loc: New Jersey

rebride wrote:

Not a SLR but. . .?
The X-T1 sure looks like one. Even has the hump.
My X-Pro1 handles so much like my ole Nikon F.
Old world analog meets new world digital.

Check out - http://www.scoop.it/t/fuji-x-pro1

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Sep 11, 2014 07:38:39 #

Frank W Loc: Adirondacks in NY

davidheald1942 wrote:

And if you buy a small enough SD card you will even have to pull it out and download every 24 shots. :D

Sep 11, 2014 08:07:03 #

Kmgw9v Loc: Miami, Florida

davidheald1942 wrote:

I love my Df. It looks and handles like my old Nikon F2. It stays on manual mode all the time.

Sep 11, 2014 08:32:40 #

RON 11 Loc: Pittsburgh

Nikon DF.

Sep 11, 2014 08:34:37 #

Ranjan Loc: Currently Cyber-Nation!

davidheald1942 wrote:

I'm surprised so many people agree on the same camera. That's unusual for UHH to agree on anything.
Thanks Mac
ronny

When the *spread* is sparse, few folks quibble and all eat happily, together :-)

I reckon there will be more "classical look and feel" cameras showing up in the marketplace because though aging and less equipped financially, we boomers still occupy a fair proportion of the consumer head-counts ;-)

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Sep 11, 2014 08:49:08 #

jwestman Loc: Grand Rapids, MI

I shoot the fuji X system. Specifically the x-e1. If you want the feel of a fixed lens 35mm with stunning picture quality look at their x100. If you want interchangeable lenses take a look at the X=e2 or xt-1. The lenses are outstanding.

As a film shooter, you will appreciate the film simulations in the camera - Provia, Velvia, Hi Neg, etc. all the old Fuji film versions are in there to tweak the jpegs so they are all set to print.

The 100 is being replaced by a newer version and the X-e1 has been replaced by the X-e2 so you can get some good deals on those. The Xt-1 is the whiz bang latest. Have fun.

Sep 11, 2014 08:51:56 #

Ponce Loc: Ft. Lauderdale Fl

Same here...been using Nikon's since the "F" model and know the feeling and you're getting the best advise here. Nikon Df !!!

Sep 11, 2014 08:53:22 #

Fly_Boy Loc: South East Michigan

For the lok and feel of a range finder camera you might want to look at the Fujifilm X series cameras, specifically the fuji X-E2. Set your shutter speed with a dial, twist the ring on the lens to set your f-stop. You should feel right at home.

Sep 11, 2014 10:12:29 #

wingclui44 Loc: CT USA

davidheald1942 wrote:

Thanks MT. That's two votes for the Nikon DF.
ronny

Df goes with the old Nikon prime lenses! I got the silver one for 10 months already. Now you get three votes!
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