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<p>wow! Some of the responses I really didn't expect. I didn't think about the voltage aspect. Dummy me! Specially when I've always said, "technology is an over growing over baring beast."<br>

Btw, yes, it's an auto thyristor 283. I've only used it in a manual mode. Oh, and it's made in Japan.<br>

As far as just buying a new flash, I was only thinking of saving some money. I really don't use a flash that often, and I thought using my old flash was a great idea. Considering, the flash worked on the D100 I was hoping it would work on the D800. However, Barry, you sir are right, "why risk it?" <br>

So, I will wait until I really need a flash for the D800 and not "risk it."<br>

Thank you for the responses, Paul</p>

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<p>I've had my trusty Vivitar 283 flash since my Minolta X-700 and it has served me well. I switched to Nikon (n8008 film camera) and the flash worked just as well. I obtained a Nikon D100 a few years back and the flash worked fine. However, I heard that that flash can kill the D100. <br>

<br />Well, for Christmas 2013 I bought myself a D800. Not sure if I even want to put my old flash on it. <br>

I'm looking for advice, opinions or expert advice. </p>

<p>Wow. When I worked for Lion photo, Wolf and ritz camera, I used the densitometer to make sure that the c-41 color processor is proper. My Columbia college days taught me to run through the speeds and f-stops through every lens and find your own film speed. </p>

 

<p>I feel your pain. That's why I've kept my old g4 to run os9 to scan negs. If you need help in this department, let me know.</p>

<p>I didn't see whether of not the marks were on the plastic or emulsion side. This would give you a clue of were to look. Check for debris inside the camera.... for example: the film pressure plate and the box. From my experience, I've had that happen to me from dusty film boxes to sponges not fully soaked. Also, if you are reusing film cassettes, make sure the lips are straight. And to that thought, check your film loader. </p>