My thoughts on the most underappreciated nikon 35mm camera ever, the f801. Any good nonprofessional photographer would enjoy the great features of this camera and does compete with tall the top cameras including the digital ones of this day. Nikon f801 af 35mm slr film camera for sale online ebay. Nikon f801 autofocus 35mm slr film camera w nikon af nikkor 3580mm lens. Nikon f801 35mm slr film camera body only for sale online. The camera was also the technology forward to the semiprofessional manualfocus nikon fe2, whose lineage was replaced by the af system camera nikon was introducing in the 80s. Nikon f801 n8008 focusing screen with split screen focus.
Today, what it is lacking is a spot meter, which was added in the subsequent n8008sf801s and the ability to drive afs lenses. This camera also has some of the fruits of electric cameras. The optical design dates from the film era when nikon felt that autofocus was a consumer technology, so to reduce costs the engineers chose a simpler optical design than the manual focus 35mm f2 ais. Nikon f801 35mm af film body nikon f801 body boxed. Nikon f801 with mf20 data back euro version of n8008 35mm camera body. Can rewind the film even if camera is totally dead. This classic 35mm film camera is in practice one of the more modern. Nikon f801 autofocus 35mm slr film camera w nikon f801 autofocus 35mm slr film camera w nikon af nikkor 3580mm lens released in 19881991. It was aimed at the lowerend of the amateur autofocus slr market the f50 features autofocus, throughthelens light metering and various programs ranging from manual operation to a highlyautomated point and shoot mode. I just bought 12 nikon f801s for 200dkk approximately 27. There are many wonderful cameras out there and some can do amazing stuff, but usually they can do only this or that. See details and exclusions nikon f801 35mm slr film camera body only.
Until nikon introduced the d1 camera, digital cameras were generally perceived as producing low quality and resolution pictures, they were of little interest to most professional photographers. Af nikkor lenses, and other nikon lenses with nikon f mount with limitation available focus modes. Thanks to the electromagneticallycontrolled shutter with a speed ranging from 30 18000, this nikon film camera captures blurfree crisp and sharp images. Just want to get some views from people here if you can spare a few minutes. Scanning the film from this n80 can give much better quality images than any of those. The film drive fork on the f100 is plastic, on the f90x its metal. Sony cybershot dschx90v nikon d7500 nikon af s dx nikkor 35mm f1. If you have a newer camera and like to control the aperture through it you can flick a tiny little switch above the aperture ring to lock the aperture on the lens and rely entirely on in. Nikon n8008 f801 is this the most underrated af slr. Make offer nikon n8008 35mm slr film camera with nikkor af 3580mm f45. It comes with a strap, a front cap, and a fresh roll kodak 40024 exposures color film. All the nikon pro and semi pro cameras are truly wonderful.
The nikon f801 is a 35mm slr released worldwide in june 1988 and manufactured until. Autofocus and manual with electronic rangefinder, autofocus modes. Click here to go to main camera manual site right click on link below, choose save target as save to folder of your choice problems opening pdf files or. The n8008f801 was developed in the late 1980s and released in 1988. This classic 35mm film camera is in practice one of the more modern machines ive tested. The f801 also called the n8008 in some markets was nikons af slr of the late 1980s. I quickly tested them and 11 of them seems to be working. Its not only very popular as a film camera, but its also been converted into many different models of digital camera.
Nikon f801 n8008 film af slr 35mm film camera body only excellent condition. But even at a bargain price used, i think buying one today is false. When a camera or lens is introduced, of course its manual cant talk about compatibility with future products. Filmspeed setting from dx code or by manual override iso 6 to 6400. Tag all ur photos taken with this nikon prime lens. The nikon 801s n8008 is easy to use, has a rugged and sturdy body and is comfortable to use, and easy to understand, however one short fall, it has no cable release. The f801 had a position in the line just below the prolevel f4, which was released in the same year. But no film camera has great specs compared to a contemporary digital camera. Nikon f801 autofocus 35mm slr film camera w nikon af nikkor 35 80mm lens.
Integralmotor autofocus 35mm singlelens reflex picture format. Technical specification for nikon f801s n8008s slr camera mir. Uses cheap and easy to get aaa or aa batteries depending on holder. New listingnikon f 801 35mm slr film camera f801, with af nikkor 35105mm. Being compatible with most nikon ai and af fmount lenses, this slr film camera is a versatile device. I think the f801f801s is a good camera too but itd have to be a lot cheaper to make me buy one instead of the f90 or f70. Nikon f801 camera body with nikon af nikkor 3570mm 1. The af camera responds to the setting inputs and the lens and flash automatically adjust to fit the need.
The nikon af3 has a total of two buttons, two switches and two leds. Nikon f801 n8008 film af slr 35mm film camera body only. If you use a lot of manualfocus nikon lenses andor dont care about af speed, it is still a fine film camera. Buy or sell used nikon 35mm film cameras online at keh camera. Nikon the first producer of a professional 35mm auto focus slr film camera. Nikon f801 is a 35mm film slr autofocus electronic camera, manufactured by. Autofocus, and manual focus with electronic rangefinder autofocus autofocus detection system.
This nikon 35mm film camera has auto focus as well as manual focus between which you can switch accordingly. On an fx dslr or film camera, its better than a 35mm f1. This group is the showcase images taken by nikon 35mm f2d af. The f801n8008, which was released five years after the fa in 1988, was the semipro model in a new line of autofocus nikon 35mm film slr cameras. The fe2, as we know it, is by itself a camera of high esteem and advanced features, which came with its own accolades and bragging rights. The nikon f90 known as the n90 in the united states is a 35mm slr camera manufactured between 1992 and 2001 and replaced the earlier nikon f801 n8008 in the u. The exposure metering on the f4 rivals or tops the best of canons lineup.
Just one tier below the f4 and f5 but completely neglected thats not fare is it. Film can be wound halfway in and leader left out which the much more advanced and recent nikon af 35mm slrs still cant do unless modified. The nikon f801 is a 35 mm slr film camera that will delight photographers with its advanced features and versatility. A multiple exposure facility allows up to nine shots within one frame. With a top electronic shutter speed of 18000 second, this nikon film camera delivers blurfree photos, even when. The f50, sold as the n50 in the united states, was an entrylevel 35mm film singlelens reflex camera which was introduced by nikon in 1994. Save up to 40% off retail price and get a 180day warranty. Nikon approaches its high water mark with the n90s.
Nikon f90x 35mm film camera with af nikkor 2880mm mysite. Like the nikon f4, the f801 is broadly compatible with most nikon ai and af fmount lenses, though some features are unavailable. Nikon n8008 af instruction manual, user manual, pdf manual. I have been given my grandads 35mm film slr, a nikon f801, it seems in excellent condition although i havent got any film to test it with and theres barely a mark on it. Nikon f801s 35mm slr film camera body only for sale online. In its days it was an excellent prosumergrade slr, roughly the equivalent of the current f100.
The camera is fully functional, the viewfinder lens is clean with no scratch, no fungus and no haze. The f70 is a little quirky but you get used to it quickly. They also meter with ai lenses, which is a nice touch. Nikon n8008 af 35mm film slr body with a vivitar 28210mm f3. The f80 was introduced on january 27, 2000 to the worldwide consumer market. Whats more, operating the nikon f801 af camera is a breeze as its film loading, advance and rewinding process is fully automatic. An awesome camera with unlimited possibilities 8 12 share tweet. Incorporated with the aperture priority auto exposure control, this. This is the place to discuss about the nikon 35mm f2d. If you already own or have one or more nikon fx lenses in your collection, and would like to delve into the wonderful world of fun and art in film photography, then the natural choice of a 35mm af slr film camera that you should go for is the nikon f80 n80 in the us, or any of the other two siblings, the f80d n80d, or f80s n80s. But adorning the front of this morethanbasic camera is a 35mm 2. In a nice condition, a nikon f90x 35mm film camera with af nikkor 2880mm 3. The f801 was built to a high standard and incorporated a number of professional features. Some still cameras in this 35mm slr range are film cameras with autofocus technology, sometimes marked as an af or af s camera, which give the user the ability to manually choose settings to fit the desired subject and environment.
Of course i need to properly test them with a film to see how they really work but, in the meantime, i would like to know if theres someone here who previously owned or still own one of those. Simons cameras in montreal is no more open talk forum. The nikon n8008 called the f801 in certain markets is just such a camera. Af nikkor lenses, and other nikon lenses with nikon f mount with. Nikon f801 is a 35mm film slr autofocus electronic camera, manufactured by nikon. See more ideas about film camera, nikon film camera, camera. You could almost think of it at the worlds best manual focus camera but with the option of autofocus.
During this period it was nikon s topoftheline 35mm slr camera for photo enthusiasts, nestling just under the professionalgrade f4 in the nikon lineup. With that said, in my opinion the nikon f100 is overrated. To say it is a basic camera would be an understatement. An updated version with with better focusing and spot metering became available in. All features are available when used with aftype lenses while manual and aperturepriority exposure programs using centerweighted metering are available for noncpu ai and ais lenses. Technical specification for nikon f801s n8008s slr camera. Similar to the professional nikon f4, the f801 and f801s will accept most nikon ai and af fmount lenses. It gives everything i love about shooting film while allowing me to relax and shoot in a way thats totally natural for those of us who grew up shooting plasticfantastic dslrs. For these, always read your owners manual or ask nikon usa at 800 nikonux digital or 800 nikonus film. A vintage nikon film camera f801,same as the n8008.
At the time of its release it was noted for its fast autofocus speed compared to previous nikon models. Nikons first slr with integralmotor offering auto film winding at up to 2. They also both drive afs lenses and they will work with g lenses, albeit in p or s mode only. With the nikon f80 you can do everything you can imagine, have fun. Nikon f801 f801 n8008 35mm slr film camera af body only mint. Get the best deals on nikon n8008 film cameras when you shop the largest online selection at. Nikon f801 is a 35mm film slr autofocus electronic camera, manufactured by nikon corporation, japan and produced between 19881991.
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