Nikon F 100 35mm SLR Camera
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276 Reviews
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: Neatsfoot Posted: Jul 14, 2006 Type: User Review |
Subperb camera, if you (as I) find many benefits to film as opposed to digital (quicker response time, less expensive camera bodies) and want a top camera; well designed, viewfinder loaded with useful information. It takes a while to master all...
PROS: quiet mirror, fast film advance
CONS: no mirror lockup
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 4.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: edwardpiercy Posted: May 19, 2006 Type: User Review |
I've been using my F100 for about two years now. It is the finest film camera I have ever used. It has excellent build-quality and is rugged enough for all but extremes. The camera fits in your hands like a glove, without a doubt the best feel to...
PROS: Great body and feel Lightening fast AF on most lenses Great feature-set Seems to be holding its re-sale price well, even in a digital market
CONS: Could do with the F5s 1005-point metering system Terribly written manual
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 5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: avm247 Posted: Dec 09, 2005 Type: User Review |
The Nikon F100 fits your hand like a glove. It really deserves the title F5 LIte. The ergonomics are excellent. The viewfinder is bright, large and contrasty. If you are familiar with any of Nikon's latest film bodies you can pick this up and...
PROS: + Metering is excellent in all modes, as long as you know what you are metering! + Nikon's 3DMSBFF produces excellent results. + Ability to meter with AF, AI and AI-S lenses + Optional MB-15 adds a vertical release and some useful controls + F5 performanc
CONS: - There is no direct viewfinder readout of Apertures selected (for AI or AI-S lenses) - no reall loss, really.
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: nikon_junkie Posted: Dec 03, 2005 Type: User Review |
A few months ago I reviewed the F5. Having had a chance to use extensively both cameras I can tell you that there is not a whole lot of difference in performance. I normally hand meter everything with my Sekonic so I can't comment on the meters....
PROS: It is F5 without the weight, weather sealing. I bought mine from Keh and Roberts Distribution (ebay store) like new/mint for $495. You can find them for $375-400 in excellent/Ex+ condition all day on Nikonians and Ebay. A very good deal for an amateur/sem
CONS: When mounted to my f200 f/2 it seems a little overwhelmed physically. Nothing that would dissuade me from choosing it over the F5 or Canon top of the line SLR.
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: Lowlight73 Posted: Sep 15, 2005 Type: User Review |
I absolutely love this camera! Autofocus is excellent, much better than the F90. I've used this camera quite heavily and it has never let me down.
PROS: Build quality, fast autofocus, great handling.
CONS: No mirror lock up, but not really important for me.
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: amattess Posted: Jun 30, 2005 Type: User Review |
The best body I've owned. A workhorse of a camera. I've dragged it all over the world and the only problem I've ever encountered is the batteries dying due to the cold. Tons of features. Intuitive interfaces for the commony used ones. If it...
PROS: Strong metal body. Feature rich. Intuitive controls.
CONS: Weight. Expensive add-ons.
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: Angelo Posted: May 29, 2005 Type: User Review |
An excellent professional camera. This is the best AF camera made by Nikon: excellent metering, fast autofocus, rugged construction, relatively light weight, a great camera. I've been taking photos for about 20 years, I shoot astrophotos,...
PROS: - solid build - easy to use - fast, accurate, sharp and quiet Autofocus - very good exposure metering - perfect size and elegant body - large and bright wiewfinder
CONS: expensive
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: roadwarrior58 Posted: Apr 14, 2005 Type: User Review |
This is my third camera in 20 years. Started of with Olympus OM1, then went to Nikon F60 after extensive research. Loved the camera and took many quality pics. After 8 years I purchased my F100 at the advice of another photograher who said I would...
PROS: ease of use, AA batteries in the power pack, fast response, specific 5 point focus.
CONS: none
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: paullgj Posted: Jan 19, 2005 Type: User Review |
I bought an N-80 about two years ago, but could never warm up to it. The AF with only the central sensor being the cross type could not keep up with action, it couldn't meter my AIS lenses, and I wasn't thrilled with all the plastic. Mind you, the...
PROS: Fast and sharp AF! Good viewfinder. Excellent build. Able to use AIS lenses. My SB20 flash works! This is the Nikon AF camera I should have purchased three years ago!
CONS: Can't think of any. I really don't like the rubber covering on the camera body.
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5.00/5 |
| From: ConsumerREVIEW Reviewed by: cefoug Posted: Nov 20, 2004 Type: User Review |
This sturdy handy SLR is very intuitive and the pictures are outstanding! The autofocus is very quick and it just gets out of your way and lets you concentrate on the artistic aspects of the shot. It feels great in your hands. I have two and...
PROS: Handy size Takes AA batteries - handy travel feature
CONS: None
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5.00/5 |
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