httpwww.photo.netphoto1664877429 Posted November 1, 2004 Share Posted November 1, 2004 I got a FM2n like new in the box I trade it for a 180 2.8 IF ED. As a condition I had to sell my old FE2 that I previously bought in bargain condition for 150 $us to the same gay for the same price. I was surprised with the fact that the FM2 does not have auto exposure, exposure compensation nor TTL. My other equipment includes a N90s a 80-200 2.8 AF, a 24-85 F2.8-4 a 105 D.C. and a SB24. "I read about a guy that fried his FE2 using a SB23". I am little disappointed with the lack of this features in the new camera and, If I want I could break the deal.What would you do considering that: 1- The camera is for buck up 2- I have enough knowledge, not always the will, to handle the pure manual stuff. 3- The 180 F2.8 AF was redundant to my 80-200.4- I will get 150 Dollars for the Old FE2.Thank you all in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert_Lai Posted November 1, 2004 Share Posted November 1, 2004 I don't see how it makes any sense. What was the problem with your FE2? You must have known (well, I guess you didn't), that the FM2 is an all manual camera. Say goodbye to TTL flash control, if that was of value to you on the FE2. Lets see:<p>You pay: FE2 + 180mm f/2.8 AF ED<p>You get: FM2 + $150.<p>I'd say that your 180mm is worth far more than $150, even if you considered the FE2 to be equal to the FM2 in value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
httpwww.photo.netphoto1664877429 Posted November 1, 2004 Author Share Posted November 1, 2004 Rober the suposed value would bee the 0 miles camera Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan_olander1664878205 Posted November 1, 2004 Share Posted November 1, 2004 The FE2 would be a better backup if you aren't always inclined to meter manually and need TTL flash. The FM2N's advantage is that it will still function (sans meter) with no batteries. I would keep the FE2 and sell the 180mm f/2.8 outright. You could buy a second backup body (FM2N/FE2) and probably still have money left over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael R Freeman Posted November 1, 2004 Share Posted November 1, 2004 <i>... I was surprised with the fact that the FM2 does not have auto exposure, exposure compensation nor TTL.</i><P> Why are you surprised - did you not research this camera beforehand? The full specifications are readily available to ANYONE with an internet connection and a simple search.<p> The F<B><U>M</u></b> series, excluding the FM3A (A for <B><U>A</u></b>utoexposure) are <B><U>M</u></b>anual cameras. Manual exposure, manual focus, manual flash control. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim_gifford Posted November 1, 2004 Share Posted November 1, 2004 Reynaldo, the like-new FM2n is worth roughly $450 or $500, mainly because people LOVE the camera, and it is out of production, so new or nearly-new ones are rare. You got your $150 back for the FE2 you bought. It was not in particularly great condition. Think of it as a camera that you got to use for a while for free. Not bad. If your 180mm Nikkor is worth $450 or less, the trade is reasonable in terms of dollar value. You should not have been surprised about the function of the FM2N. Never make a trade for equipment you do not understand! It is your job to know what the heck you are buying. Be well, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
httpwww.photo.netphoto1664877429 Posted November 3, 2004 Author Share Posted November 3, 2004 My thinking was about Jim?s opinion, my FE2 does cost about 150 and the FM2 about 450. In terms of dollars I think the deal is Ok. Thank you all again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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