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I have a Nikon N80 which I bought in 2001. I used it often when I first bought it; however, I also had a 1.2 MP digital that was easier to use. I used the camera again sporadically in 2003, 2005, 2006. I upgraded the 1.2 to a 4.1 MP Canon in 2003. I have a Panasonic TZ-5, now, and I still do not use the 35 mm camera.
My wife wants me to give up the 35 mm to my sister in law, and I don't use it (even though I spent over $1500). I just want reassurance that giving it away will at least put it to good use. I don't like digital SLRs but I wonder if the accessories will work on a Nikon Digital SLR.
I no longer use my 35mm film cameras (I had two). If I had access to a dark room, I probably would use them for creative reasons, not for professional work. But technically, they are my dad's cameras so I can't sell them or anything. I'll probably give them back to him.
I'm not familiar with Nikon's systems but if you bought it in 2001, it sounds recent enough that it should be lens compatible with Nikon's digital SLRs.
I LOVE my Pentax 35mm film camera, which is almost as old as my grown sons (I think it's 22 years old now)..........and I admit that it is lovingly packed in the carrying case and rarely gets used these days. We purchased a DSLR, which we really like, and are continuing to learn to use. We like that it offers the convenience of the digital/instant gratification combined with the features we love about our Pentax 35mm.
I likely won't ever part with my 35mm camera and related equipment as it served me well over the years and I'm pretty attached to it.....but if your sister-in-law will use your old camera and take as good care of it as you have, then I think letting her use the camera is a good thing. I just don't have anyone wishing I would share my faithful old camera with them
Technically there's really no reason to use 35mm since 8MP+ digital produces higher quality results. Special effects like high grain with high speed film (digital grain always looks fake) is about the only reason to use 35mm. I was a film holdout to the end & really enjoyed my Olympus OM4 & Canon RF cameras but it's time to face reality.
When it comes to B&W I will ALWAYS shoot FILM. Digital B&W just doesn't 'get it' for me...I'm an old T-Max girl, and when I can't get that film anymore, I'll put the F5 up on the shelf. My Nikon FM gets about 10 rolls a year through it, just to keep it up.
I still prefer film for weddings, if for no other reason than beautiful skin tones.
There are a lot of professionals who won't stop shooting film, we use and appreciate digital, yes, but film is the way, truth and life for us.
Nikon's dSLRs can use the same lenses as the N80, and I believe the same flashes. What other accessories are you wondering about?
If you're not sure about giving the camera and accessories away, why not just loan it to your SIL. The body isn't worth much these days but the lenses might be.
Nikon's dSLRs can use the same lenses as the N80, and I believe the same flashes. What other accessories are you wondering about?
If you're not sure about giving the camera and accessories away, why not just loan it to your SIL. The body isn't worth much these days but the lenses might be.
I was just thinking, about just giving the body and a lens - and keeping the 300 mm lens/flash - in case I decide that a DSLR is going to be in my future.
Those lenses should work, I suppose, in the new, fangled digital cameras...
While it can quickly develop (no pun intended) into a religious war, there have been far too many tests, publications, write-ups and technical analysis done to date that have clearly proven that any DSLR from at least a 2008 vintage on up and 10mp on up will surpass film in EVERY way. Dynamic range, color accuracy, contrast, resolution....you name it. The film folks want to defend their beloved film to the end based on theoretical limits of the scan resolutions etc. With sophisticated software now we can easily achieve a superior image in ALL regards with a top flight DSLR, so why bother with film? Digital also provides less destructive copies (RAW) which can easily be reprocessed in Photoshop or other competent programs. The end result is there is NO compelling reason to continue with film PERIOD. I want to process and print my OWN shots thank you and with NO chemicals needed. End of story.......
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