Nikon N-55 or 65

[steveh552]

Does anyone own either of these cameras? I just wanted to get general

opnions on what others feel about them. I have the N-55 and so far

been happy, but would like to hear what others think.

[chuck]

Because N65 and N55 have similar ergonomics and similar price points, yet N65 allows you full access to all current Nikon lens capabilities like vibration-reduction and silent-wave drive while N55 deny you those capabilities, I would recommend N65 over N55 in all circumstances.

[floyd_takeuchi]

In addition to the above, I would be concerned that the N55 does not offer full TTL flash metering capability with Nikon Speedlights; the N65 does. I have an N65 as a backup body to an N80. The N65 has been slammed pretty hard by many here, but I feel it does what it was designed to do: serve as an entry-level AE/AF camera with a fairly broad range of features that allows a less experienced photographer to develop a system around the body. I also like the fact that the N65 has a metal lens mount while comparable-model Canons (and the N55) do not.

[adam_macneil]

I've got the F65 (Canadian version of the N65) I am quite happy with it, but I

do have a couple of small complaints with it. It would be nice to have a spot

meter, but it is an entry level camera, so its no big deal. However I find the one

command dial interface to be somewhat annoying. The only other gripe I have

is that there is no cable release available, instead you have to get the optional

remote control. Otherwise I have been happy with the camera.

[hoyin_lee1]

The N55 is essentially a simplified N65 with less features and more plastic in the construction. However, both cameras are well-made and fully capable of taking good pictures.