sb_smith

To add to earlier comments I believe that the F3 System is probably the most extensive in 35mm photography. Accessories have been made for the F3 that allow you to shoot from a microscope all the way to astrophotography. The versatility is amazing. Just look at the screen selection. I prefer doing macro with my F3/T over the F4.

EL2 (Nikkormat) - Aperture priority, mounts AI lenses, great fit & finish (among the last of the hand-built Nikons), tough, built to last, 125/sec flash sync, not an eye-poker. $80-110US for a nice one.

Dating your F2 from Sover Wong's Site:

 

<a href="http://www.geocities.com/sover_wong/F2_productions.JPG">Click Here</a>

Doesn't Nikon carry parts for ten years from the end of production? I haven't seen this in any official statements, but that seems to be the general perception.

This link will take you to what you are looking for:

<a href="http://www.lensinc.net/">lensinc</a>

<a href="http://24.237.160.4/files/photography/Nikon/Manuals/F3Book/F3BK.PDF">Nikon F3 Manual PDF</a>

The Nikkor 80-200mm f4.5 AI would be a very good mate for your FE. A nice light versatile package. You can easily handhold this lens and, with proper technique, get some great shots. I got one for $75US. Obviously, it is not for fast moving objects, but works well for almost anything else.

Todd,

The example you give is a relatively small group compared to the general photographic community. There is still an army of film shooters out there.<p>

 

That said, I would not argue that digital isn't the future for many applications. The problem is $$$. To get the same quality as film one has to spend big for digital equiptment. Not all of us have that much free cash.<p>

 

I manage to get by with an F4 & F3/T & have been able to afford them now that they have become available for a reasonable price. So Thank You Digital Shooters. I love the pro level film cameras & lenses that are now affordable.

I hope you are not insinuating the F3 will not work in cold weather. From the Photography In Malaysia site:<p>

 

"Even the power source was given some special attention, the MD-4 can use Carbon Zinc, Alkaline-manganese and a rechargeable high performance Ni-Cd power pack. It was designed to ensure all-weather reliability. for instance, using the Nikon NiCd pack, Nikon claimed you can shoot at temperatures down to - 20°C (- 4°F) with all F3 automatic functions operating."<p>

 

The F3/MD-4 will work fine in weather that no human should be out in. As a fan of the F3/MD-4 setup I don't worry about mechanical back-up shutter release.

Dwight - I would suggest contacting the store you bought it from. A new unit usually comes with some type of warranty. If that doesn't work, contact Nikon.<p>

 

Since the 5000 is so new, I doubt many people on this forum have experience with it and can help you.<p>

 

Personally, I'm saving money and waiting for the US version to become available. Then buy it from a reputable distributor.

1 - Aperture Priority

 

2 - TTL Flash

 

3 - Auto Indexing

 

4 - Great Advancements In Film Emulsions

 

5 - Matrix Metering

Thomson,

Take a look here:

<a href="http://www.nikonians.org/html/resources/nikon_articles/other/compatibility.html">CA M E R A - L E N S C O M P A T I B I L T Y C H A R T</a>

Fuji 400 NPH

I came across the USA models in the Ritz Camera web site (A photo.net supporter). However, they state "Ships when received from manufacturer." And they don't say when. If you really want to know, call or email them.

New scanners at NikonUSA:

<a href="http://www.nikonusa.com/template.php?cat=1&grp=98">New

Scanners</a>

I can certainly understand your question. I had the same when I came across references on the web about batteries for the AS-17. Here is one of those references, scroll to the bottom (it will say "Weight without batteries):

 

<a href="http://www.adorama.com/NKAS17.html" >Nikon AS-17</a>

 

I looked my AS-17 over real close and couldn't find any battery compartment.

Learning to use a 20mm f4. Paying closer attention to composition and finding it's sweet spot has carried over to better photos with the 28mm f2 & longer lenses.

Dave,

Yes there are errors in that web site. Of course one should check other places to verify (as you should for anything on the internet). I have used it to check what might work with what equiptment. It certainly isn't the last word.

 

You posted:

"I certainly don�t want to be called in at the last minute to share the blame."

 

Huh? I don't know what you mean by this. Blame for what?

 

Regards,

Steve

This has helped me alot:

<a href="http://personalwebs.myriad.net/ahall/nikonint.html">Nikon Equipment Interchange</a>

 

You will find what you need here.

Yaron,

I've had good results using that lens with a TC-201. Mounted on a tripod of course. These shots have been cityscapes using fairly long exposure times around sunset. For more close-in work I can't give you any help.

Bill,

I was thinking along the same lines. However, I believe the N75 will not meter with AIS lenses. It will work with AI-P.

Take it back to the store immediately. Then you'll find out how reputable they really are.

In 1997 the December edition of Life ran a photo essay by landscape photographer Stephen Johnson-the first story to appear in a national magazine produced using the computer-to-plate process, completely bypassing traditional film.

 

I'm not suprised that National Geographic has gone digital. Also, the equiptment costs must be enormous, so I don't think that saving money is the reason. Keeping up with the competition is probably a better explanation.

 

I am a film shooter. Just can't afford high-end digital equiptment. Maybe someday.

Check out the 28mm f2.8 AIS (Later Model). 8 lenses in 8 groups. I like mine very much. Good price/performance.

Oh My Goodness. A great photo of an absolutely georgeous baby. Definitely one you will look at 50 years from now.