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− | The '''Nikon F100''' is an automatic-focusing camera released by [[Nikon]] in 1999. | + | The '''Nikon F100''' is an automatic-focusing [[35mm]] [[SLR]] camera released by [[Nikon]] in 1999. |
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The F100 replaced the [[Nikon N90s|F90X]] in 1999, accompanying the [[Nikon F5|F5]], as the early [[Nikkormat]]s did the [[Nikon F|Nikon F]]. The F100 inherited the [[Nikon F5|F5]]'s ergonomics and added further improvements. | The F100 replaced the [[Nikon N90s|F90X]] in 1999, accompanying the [[Nikon F5|F5]], as the early [[Nikkormat]]s did the [[Nikon F|Nikon F]]. The F100 inherited the [[Nikon F5|F5]]'s ergonomics and added further improvements. | ||
− | The top view of the Nikon F100 shows a well organized positioning of command dials and other | + | The top view of the Nikon F100 shows a well organized positioning of command dials and other controls. This layout has become the standard for expensive Nikon models from the [[Nikon F6|F6]] to the very recent [[Nikon D700|D700]]. |
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− | The camera was positioned as | + | The camera was positioned as professional but more affordable than the [[Nikon F5|F5]]. Although about twice the price of a [[Nikon N90s|F90X]], the price tag was attractive in comparison with that of the F5. To achieve this, the F100 used more plastic parts and a brass lens mount; has a fixed finder, and lacks mirror lock-up, eye-piece shutter. Despite these cost-cutting measures, the F100 was highly regarded, competing with the [[Nikon F5|F5]]. |
− | The MD15 makes the F100 look very similar to the [[Nikon F5|F5]]. Although it doesn’t change the camera performance much, attaching the MD15 to the F100 | + | The MD15 makes the F100 look very similar to the [[Nikon F5|F5]]. Although it doesn’t change the camera performance much, attaching the MD15 to the F100 assures a firm hold on the body. When using larger and heavier lenses, the use of the MD15 becomes more or less a necessity. |
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− | [[Category: Japanese 35mm autofocus SLR]] | + | [[Category:Japanese 35mm autofocus SLR]] |
− | [[Category: Nikon|F100]] | + | [[Category:Nikon|F100]] |
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Revision as of 12:29, 7 April 2011
The Nikon F100 is an automatic-focusing 35mm SLR camera released by Nikon in 1999.
Nikon F100 with AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D (in the back: Nikon F5 with AF Nikkor 20mm f/2.8D) © Patrick Verbessem (Image rights) |
The F100 replaced the F90X in 1999, accompanying the F5, as the early Nikkormats did the Nikon F. The F100 inherited the F5's ergonomics and added further improvements.
The top view of the Nikon F100 shows a well organized positioning of command dials and other controls. This layout has become the standard for expensive Nikon models from the F6 to the very recent D700.
F100 with AF Nikkor 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5D © Patrick Verbessem (Image rights) |
F100 with AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.8D © Patrick Verbessem (Image rights) |
The camera was positioned as professional but more affordable than the F5. Although about twice the price of a F90X, the price tag was attractive in comparison with that of the F5. To achieve this, the F100 used more plastic parts and a brass lens mount; has a fixed finder, and lacks mirror lock-up, eye-piece shutter. Despite these cost-cutting measures, the F100 was highly regarded, competing with the F5.
The MD15 makes the F100 look very similar to the F5. Although it doesn’t change the camera performance much, attaching the MD15 to the F100 assures a firm hold on the body. When using larger and heavier lenses, the use of the MD15 becomes more or less a necessity.
links
Nikon F100 picture set by Patrick Verbessem
- Instruction Manual - English at at M.Butkus' www.orphancameras.com