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Summary: The N80 is lacking.
Review: A while ago I was looking to upgrade from my Nikon N70 to something better. I couldn't find anything in the intermediate range that I liked. So, I sold my Nikon gear and went with the Canon Elan 7e. It's faster, quieter, and has more features. The lens the N80 generally comes bundled with (the 28-80G) is a cheap Thai lens (not made in Japan like the good lenses). The construction is poor and the optics aren't anything to talk about. The camera lacks mirror lock-up, which I use frequently--Nikon only puts this in their top-professional model cameras. The camera is noisy and handles slowly. As per usual with Nikon (lately at least), you don't get a whole lot for the price you pay. Do yourself a favor and go check out the Canon.Signed,
A converted Canon guy
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Summary: I'm not satisfice...
Review: because the package arrived later, because appleelectronics don't send the right shipping address, i lose 2 very importants sessions because that, and when i've opened the package, i've received the manual in copy, it can't be readed very god.
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Summary: N80
Review: I am a sportswriter in Indiana and have had an N80 for nearly three years. I mostly use it as a back up now, but it was my primary camera for over a year, while shooting every day. My only complant is that it doesn't sync at 250 and the battery pack should have a vertical shutter rlease button like the F100 and D1H.
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Summary: Wonderful Camera
Review: I am somewhat new to the camera world, and I wanted something that I could grow in to, but not grow out of too soon. This camera is perfect! It weighs just enough to let you know it is built well, but not heavy enough to annoy you. If you purchase this camera, I would highly recommend getting the Nikon N80 video or book to teach you more about it--the manual just isn't enough.
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Summary: A *PRO* camera at a low price
Review: I bought this camera six months ago, and I shooted tens of film... That's almost perfect, a great camera in several situations and with a lot of useful and easy-to-use functions (good bracketing, excellent several focusing/exposure options, excellent performance (1/4000, 2.5 fps)..... ....and so on). I can recommend to everyone who's interested in PRO/Amateur camera withous spending too much.
If you set it in completely manual mode you almost have a great camera in your hands. Backwards: 1) Not too much robust (don't go climbing with that camera...)
2) Spot autofocusing loose a little bit on night scenes: switch on manual focusing is imperative
3) Built-in flash is not too much accurate for night complicated scenes Comparison Hints:
- N65 loose *a lot* in comparison with this camera: no completely manual mode, no spot-metering, and so on. Spend a little bit more and buy a N80
- N100 has a more roboust chassis and a very similar (even, better) autofoucs, plus better performance (1/8000, 3 fps, closer autobracketing). You should decide basing on your needs and your budget
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Summary: Great Camera
Review: I have been a Nikon user for over ten years and this camera will not disappoint any user. The technology used for metering and focus sensors is also in use in the F-100 Nikon. Hence the nickname of the N-80 commonly referred to has the "Baby F-100". The camera has more features than the average user will use but is there to use as you gain more knowledge. This is a new camera and I have shot about 20 rolls of film. The pictures are sharp and the auto focus works well. The bottom line great camera, would recommend it to anyone looking for a good camera at a reasonable price.
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Summary: Not as good as I expected
Review: I have used an Pentax MX for many years with good results. But, I hoped to upgrade to a camera with more features. The N80 has many features, but seems complex to me, especially in bracketing. I also would avoid the 28-200 lens which I later found was low rated. I've had much better luck with my 50mm Nikor. In summary, it's an ok camera but probably not worth all that money. I rate it about equal to my Pentax MX with lots more bells and whistles. Nice try, Nikon, but you didn't quite make it.
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Summary: Photo Happy Dude!
Review: I just got the camera, it's awesome. Great features, great options. The entire product is great. What more can I say. Has tons of features. Easy to use. Great for a beginner, like me!
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Summary: Excellent, affordable
Review: I started photography with the Nikon N6006. Upgrading to the N80 has been very intuitive and pleasant. The N80 has fast autofocus, quiet operation, and some features borrowed from the pro models that are great to have. On-demand gridlines, depth-of-field preview, two-wheel operation (no more tweaking the aperture ring), frame counter (even when the camera is off), and adjustable focus points are some of the highlights. There are a few downsides. The metering doesn't work with manual lenses. The viewfinder coverage isn't as much as it could be. But for my purposes (amateur informal portraits and scenery photos), this is probably the best mix of affordability and features in the entire Nikon line.
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Summary: Great Camera for Beginners
Review: I'm just starting out in photography and this camera was recommended by a professor. This is a great camera, especially if you are a beginner. It is capable of semi-automatic, automatic and manual settings. This is excellent whether you are taking vacation pictures or experimenting as an artform. It has a lot different functions, but it is really easy to use. The pictures that have come out of mine are beautiful and of excellent quality.
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