Great handling, well-built, bright finder, accurate and versatile metering, smooth and quiet shutter operation, ergonomically excellent.

I really can't fault this camera for my uses. Some complain about no MLU, but for me it hasn't been an issue.

I love this camera! It is a joy to use, and it inspires confidence. I usually don't worry at all about exposure, unless there is backlighting. Then I simply switch to spot-metering. The camera is very well-made, and fits my hand perfectly. It feels great with every lens I have tried. Controls are easy to use and located right where they should be. It reminds me of my old Nikon FTN, a rugged workhorse, but this one is much more elegant and refined. Autofocusing is super quick and accurate, even with older Nikon lenses. I am looking forward to getting a couple of AF-S lenses to put on it. Then I will be in heaven.

Customer Service

Haven't needed any service so far. A little over one year of ownership.

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Canon EOS-3, Nikon N90s.

Very quick focus with multi-position focus areas; Matrix metering works great for almost all situations; Very solid yet lightweight; control dials are well positioned; aperture controlled by dial versus lens ring (nice); More useful features than F-4 and N-series; Lighter and easier to carry than F-5; Utilizes great Nikon flash TTL system; Takes AA batteries!

No mirror lock-up (minor beef); No onboard flash (not expected)

Use professionally for surveillance photography and part-time for people and pets. Has the best features of an F-5 with the compactness of an N-90s. Extremely easy to handle in split-second situations - fast focus, excellent metering and intitive controls. F-5 was too bulky, the N-series didn't focus as well and the F-4's technology is dated. This is the Nikon I was waiting for.

Customer Service

Not used (six months old)

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F-5, F-4, N-90s, N-90, N-8008.

This camera has allowed me to expand my creative potential by providing reliable and fast metering and autofocus. When in fast-breaking situations, I can rely on the cameras readings to provide quality results. The controls are simple and intuitive, the camera sits well in the hand, and the body has proven to be very durable. All in all, an excellent camera. Have used this on many travel assignements in harsh environments with no problems.

Slower frames per second than the F5. Nikon accessories are expensive.

An excellent camera geared toward the advanced shooter. Many functions that will be appreciated by experienced photographers (DOF preview, 3 metering modes, 5 spot meter and autofocus areas, etc.). Camera is simple to use and has rapid learning curve.

Customer Service

Not used.

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Most models from Canon, Nikon, and Minolta. (Worked in a camera shop and tested each model.)

-solid construction
-fits like a glove
-fast focus
-user friendly/easy to understand controls
-quiet servos/motors
-multiple exposure capability
-not too bulky; yet hefty
-spot;center;10 segment matrix metering
-accepts older nikkor lenses with no problems
-incredible systems camera w/accessories galore!

None

Three months and 43 roles of print/ 11 roles of slides later- I'm still extremely happy with my F100!

I was getting sick of using my hand-held meter w/ my trusty Nikon F2 and needed something reliable to replace the problem. I use the camera mainly to shoot references for my illustration work and pix of local bands in Southern California. So I needed fast auto focus; accurate metering; great lenses; and multi function speedlight capability.

Sure, the other cameras had the requirements I was looking for, but, I was sold on the F100's portability; construction; simplicity; and it's ability to accept my older Nikkor lenses. I don't need a tank like camera or a confusing (always need the owner's manual in the pocket) camera. All I need is something quick, responsive, and easy to understand controls!

I also love the fact that it accepts your everyday common 4 "AA" batteries! I'm usually out in the middle of the night/early mourning taking pix and normally the only stores that are open are gas stations and 24hr mini-mart. They never carry any of those confusing lithium batteries some of the higher end models need.

You get more for your hard earned money with the F100. For the features it's capable of, the price is just right! It's one inverstment I'm extremely satisfied of...

p.s.

It's a popular camera- look at all of these F100 reveiws!

Customer Service

Haven't used it yet and hope don't need to-knock on wood... :-)

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Nikon F5; Nikon N90s; Canon Eos-1n; Canon Eos-3; Minolta Maxxum 9

This is the first modern camera that has truly impressed me. I am an engineering craftsman by day and very, VERY fussy. It was love at first sight/feel!! The handling is awesome, solid, and the ergs. are perfect for me, and you I bet! I can't put it down!!! It WILL improve your photography. Couple this body with the 28-105 3.5 - 4.5 AF for a very satisfactory package!!!!

I don't like the projected "spill over" of L.E.D illumination on the selectable focusing areas in "low light" to "no light" conditions. This varies from body to body. I have checked this out at Nikon, and having seen that others have the same "problem" am now quite satisfied. I really AM way too fussy.

This IS a lovely instrument! It has loads of eye relief (you SEE the "photograph" in the finder with no "eye scanning" at all)
If you know quality, this IS for you!

Customer Service

Apart from letting me try other bodies to satisfy myself , none yet.

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All manual NIKON stuff.
Nikkormats, FM2, FM blah blah blah.

Solid construction, but fairly light. Feels excellent in the hands. Fast AF. Relatively easy to use controls. Bright finder. Very versitile, customizable.

Lack of MLU. I'm thinking....

This really is an excellent camera, and a great value, I think, in 35mm photography. I am slightly disappointed about the lack of MLU, since I am planning on doing some astrophotography and macro work, but this was the camera for me. I just did not feel that I could justify an extra $850 for the F5, especially since I am not a professional. In addition, the weight and size of this camera really attracted me. I am planning to take this on backcountry hikes, day hikes, and travel to other countries with it and such, and that means that I am going to have to carry this around. And it is a pound lighter than the F5. The lack of color metering was never an issue to me. I am convinced that the 3d matrix will do just fine ALL of the time for my use. So this camera with a 28-105 or 24-120 zoom is an excellent travel combination that won't weigh you down too much, and will give you most of the functions you will ever need, and excellent results. You can't beat Nikon glass. And for more serious photography, it has a multitude of features that make this camera a professional level camera. I especially like the auto exposure-bracketing and the wide array of flash modes that are available with the SB-28 flash (Standard TTL, red eye reduction, slow sync (nighttime), slow sync w/red eye reduction, and rear curtain sync; and with the SB-28, you can get high speed flash sync up to 1/4000, I believe, among many its other options). The reviews on this site are right on too, except for the Canon-loving idiot Guss4 GNGF, who was too cowardly to use his/her own name and probably never even owned let alone touched an F100. Anyway, if you have an investment in Nikon glass, and want to upgrade but not spend $2000+ for a 3-pound monster, then the F100 is highly recommended. If you're looking for a new 35mm system altogether, then it is most definitely worth serious consideration. I wouldn't necessarily recommend it as a starter camera though. Get an old FE or FE2 or something, which are great basic cameras that are easy to use and learn on. Then when you're ready, you'll have a backup body.

Customer Service

No experience yet..., although the Nikon people were very helpful when I called to ask them a question about the F100.

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Nikon FE. Mamiya Pro 645TL. Canon A1. Pentax K1000. Pentax 110.

Dynamic AF ability is outstanding. Solid as a rock, and very intuitive in design. Amazing, accurate flash abilities with SB28.

The MF/AF button near the lens barrel is a little too small.

The F100 feels like it built for my hands. Solid construction provides confidence when I take it climing and hiking to out-of-the way shooting locations. It has made me better photographer, especially so since most of my subjects are fast- moving people, cars, and motorcycles. Its cost was almost 3 times as much as my N70 it replaced...but turned out to be well worth it. Wish I had bought when it first came. For anyone considering moving up to an F100, do it today. Not tomorrow, TODAY!

Customer Service

N/A yet

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N70
N60
N4004s
Canon A-1

It has all the functions I need, and noen of the functions I don't want (different picture programs etc.). Handles very good. I am especially fond of the flash exposure metering, that is really much more accurate than on my earlier F801s (N8008s).

IMPORTANT NOTE, READ THIS:
To all of you complaining about no film leader out: I've got it! I just asked the Norwegian Nikon agent (Interfoto) if it is possible to have the camera leave the film leader out. No problem! It took just about 3 minutes, and was free of charge! (OK, I am lucky to drive past Interfoto every day to work...) Anyway: Ask your Nikon dealer, if I can have it, it should be possible for you too!

It's not a camera, it's a computer.....
After 6 months, the camera started to lock up the first time I pushed the DOF button or the release button after switching it on. The display saying "Err", and the rest of the camera not responding until I pressed the release button again.
At first this happened only occasionally, but in the end almost every time.

I turned it in for repair at Interfoto, but after the second attempt, and after changing most of the electronic circuitry, the camera tid not get any better.
Finally, I got a new one, and now it's all happiness again.

It's all been said before....
I love and recommend the camera, despite of the problems I've had with it. It's probably my bad luck anyway, I have needed the warranty 5 times after buying new photo equipment.... (Canon x 2, Tamron, Yashica and now Nikon)

AND I REPEAT: Ask your Nikon dealer to reprogram the camera so it leaves the film leader out!

Customer Service

Interfoto (the Norwegian Nikon agent)repaired my camera twice in less than 2 weeks, BUT they did not solve the problem. I got a new camera, so at least they made me satisfied.
Very quick serice, byt lacks maybe a little know-how.

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Nikon FM2, FE2, F3, F801(N8008), F801s(N8008s), F90

Fast, responsive, well built, great "feel" in your hands. Never had any problems and it almost always meters correctly.

No mirror lock up, must know custom features or carry the card ie (who cares)

This is a great camera for anyone serious about photography that wants the features without all the weight. The MB-15 vertical grip is a recommended addition that makes it even more sturdy.

Customer Service

Nikon has great customer service (I work at a camera store during the evenings and they are really good.)

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N60, N70, N90s, Pronea 6i, Minolta 400si, Canon AE1, F5

Easy to use for a camera that does it all.The metering works very well on my colored slides. Bright view finder. Good AF.

Reliability of high tech.?

I traded my trusty 17 year old F3 for the F100. This camera performs flawlessly for me. I really like the fast braketing mode.
After 5 weeks the camera became stuck in self timer mode. I sent the camera UPS blue to Nikon in New york on March 13, and had it back in my hands on March 21. That is amazing service from Nikon. I hope it will be reliable as the old F3 but that's probably asking a lot from any high tech camera.
The auto focus works very well. The matrix metering handles difficlt exposures very well. I love the auto braketing for shooting birds with my 500mm non-cpu lens when backlighting is bright. The camera is so easy to use you don't have to carry the book! I never liked the F5 due to the size. This is the perfect camera.

Customer Service

Excellent!

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Cannon EOS, F5