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<p>Although I am like Daniel who are into old technologies I don't think the FM3a is a good buy. It's not much more than the FE, FE2 and cost a lot more. Even as new price when it was introduced the price is too high. In my opinion it's not as good as the F3.</p>

<p>I totally agree with you Mike! I see no reason to buy a new flash. As for the behavior I think that's the way new Nikon DSLR behaves with flash of that vintage. I don't have the D800 nor the SB26 but my Df doesn't recognize any of my Nikon compatible flashes including SB-15, SB-16b , Metz 60CT4 with compatible module and a Sunpak PZ5000AF for Nikon. The film F5 recognized them but not the Df. <br> And sure I see a parallel. If the equipment you're using is working fine there is no need to upgrade. I do understand your question to find out how the flash would work with your camera and didn't say that it doesn't work satisfactory. <br> Except for fill flash since I have the Df I need a lot less of power from the flash than from the film days. Still need the same amount of power for fill flash as the flash has to be almost as powerful as the sunlight. </p>

<p>The processing is also harder to get. But sure if you can tell us what kind of set up you use for 35mm film then we can recommend digital replacement. </p>

<p>Bought a Nikon DSLR recently and knowing it was made in the Sendai plant which is near the accident but I wouldn't buy the one that is made in Thailand. I rather take the radiation.</p>

<p>Do you think Nikon should introduce a FF high end, not necessary top of the line but in the D800 class, mirrorless camera? I ask because it seems that many expect the Df to be a mirrorless and now some are wishing the D5 is a mirrorless.</p>