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Nikon F-80 Review

Nikon F-80 - 35mm Film Camera

Key Features

  • Cross-ranged, five-area autofocus system
  • Choice of 1) Dynamic AF, 2) Closest-subject-priority Dynamic AF and 3) Single Area AF
  • Focus Tracking with Lock-On™
  • Vari-Brite Focus Area display provides at-a-glance AF-area confirmation
  • Built-in AF-Assist Illuminator
  • 3D Matrix Metering (with D-/G-type Nikkor lens)
  • Center-Weighted Metering and Spot Metering
  • Four exposure modes ([P], [S], [A], [M])
  • Built-in Speedlight: guide number 12/39 (ISO 100, m/ft.); 28mm lens coverage
  • 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash capability
  • QD (F80D) and Data Imprint (F80S) versions
  • On-Demand Grid Lines can be displayed in viewfinder (with Custom setting #4)
  • Custom settings of 18 functions (19 functions with F80S)

A very capable camera, if the backdoor latch is not broken. This camera was made with a plastic latch that easily breaks from normal wear & tear. For that reason, I only had the chance to shoot 3 rolls of film with this camera. When I sent it to Nikon for repair, I received a call back that this camera was unfixable. A great film camera for light measuring and auto-focus capabilities.

Sample Photos

Brantford Event Photographer - Cars on Kodak Ektachrome 100 Daylight - Chevrolet - Brantford Car Show
Cars on Kodak Ektachrome 100 Daylight - Buick Apollo
Cars on Kodak Ektachrome 100 Daylight - 1968 Chevy Camaro
Cars on Kodak Ektachrome 100 Daylight

Specifications

Exposure controlAuto-Multi Program [P] with Flexible Program, Shutter-Priority Auto [S], Aperture-Priority Auto [A] and Manual [M]
Shutter speed1/4,000 to 30 s; stepless on [P] or A; in 1/2 EV steps on [S] or [M]; B
Exposure metering3D Matrix, Center-Weighted and Spot; EV 0 to 21 at ISO 100 with f/1.4 lens (EV 3 to 21 with Spot Metering)
Power sourceTwo 3V CR123A or DL123A lithium batteries; Battery Pack MB-16 is also available (for four R6/AA-size alkaline, lithium, NiCd or Ni-MH batteries)
Body finishSliver color and black available
Dimensions (W x H x D)Approx. 141.5 x 98.5 x 71mm (5.6 x 3.9 x 2.8 in.) (F80),
Approx. 141.5 x 98.5 x 71.5mm (5.6 x 3.9 x 2.8 in.) (F80D),
Approx. 141.5 x 98.5 x 73.5mm (5.6 x 3.9 x 2.9 in.) (F80S)
Weight (body only without batteries)Approx. 515g (18.2 oz.) (F80),
Approx. 520g (18.3 oz.) (F80D),
Approx. 525g (18.5 oz.) (F80S)

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