I love the built-in functions. All features are handy and convenient such as the auto exposure bracketing, auto flash bracketing and a flash as well.

LCD display is not illuminated. Need a torch light when working at night.

This is a great camera for the value paid. The features are almost the same built in the F90X minus the DOF preview and multiple exposure. The fact that F90x has faster AF is simply because of its bigger motor, but F70 has the newer cross type autofocus module. The built in flash (although not powerful, GN14) can be very useful when travelling. This camera also gives access to the professional accessories such as the 2-pin remote module ML-2, electronic remote release MC12-B and more in the list. For those who are more classic, an additional shutter release button can be added (MR-3), which enabling the use of all time mechanical shutter release cable (AR-3).

All in all, this is an excellent intermediate camera with most of todays photographic functions. Although not a professional camera, it is `professional enough' for me to produce high quality slides.

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Packed with features, great metering, autofocus and flash system, value. Quiet... the silent rewind option is amazing.

Sure would like depth-of-field preview. A backlight on the LCD would also be nice.

Take a few minutes to learn the interface and it's as fast or faster to use as anything out there. With the custom recall settings, you can instantly set all the camera's features as you want them. Like to use shutter priority with spot metering and fast motor advance? Just set it up once and save it as one of your three custom setting options.

Customer Service

Not needed.

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Changing over from an extensive OM system. Have used the F3, F4, 8008.

Easy to use and takes great pictures

A light on the LCD panel would be helpful

For its class, I think that this is the best camera around. A lot of people complain about the user interface; however, I found it very easy to use. Since I am not a seasoned photographer, I find the traditional SLR interface more confusing.

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I tried the Canon Elan in the store; but, I like the feel of the Nikon N70 much better. It was also easier to use with g

has it all, except DOF

somewhat weaker focus motor
darn those 123 batteries, I'd rather use AA or AAA

to be honest- the canon bodies with eye control (with DOF,too) are awesome, especially the EOS-3, and the long-running A2E, but this N70 has served my purposes well.
The Nikon lenses are practically faultless, but a tad more expensive- the great thing is that you can use the lenses on all the bodies. Nikon lenses have a great track record, but of course Canon USMs are as quiet as a mouse. I am used to Nikon and so is everyone else- because the photographic results (in magazines, media) are what everyone is used to seeing. Believe me, lenses have characteristics that are apparent in the shots they take and the bokeh. That's why everyone should use the stuff that they have or else sell it to someone else to use.
The user interface is not easy initally, but look all the earlier nikons, they required pushing a button on the left, just like the N70. There are actually only a few buttons on the N70 and you can control a multitude of functions.
Built-in controllable flash is great for convenience- it is a total package without lugging around a suitcase of equipment.
The focus motor is slower and weaker than the N90s and only spot focus works decisively. Even manual lenses work well because the body is easy to use.
[ I keep looking on Ebay for an alternative manual body or fanatasize about an eye control E-3, but I realize that the N70 is a very complete- quick package that lets me do what I need]
Canon is definetely higher-tech, but, hey, all cameras are a light boxes. Matrix system is great, but does get fooled once in a while. This is a good body that I trust and makes adjusting exposure almost point-and-shoot quick. This camera can get the shot without much fuss and has all the tools available [except that purposely left out DOF preview- but you can do the risky 'release the lens technique' that works for me] Lame for Nikon to leave it out, though- I will remember that next time I make a body purchase (even the REBEL2000 has DOF).

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some oldies, played with the good stuff

Program modes work real well and lens is fast. The results are just what you'd expect from a good camera. It also has an adequate fill-flash. Ninety five percent of the shots I get from it (mostly in program mode) come out good.

Film rewind function is a bit strange, not intuitive.

I love this camera. I take mainly sports shots with it, in program modes. On occasion, I also take Landscapes (also in program mode). Judging by the results, the camera seems to do a wide range of things well. I'd recommend it as a step-up camera from a novice point and shoot.

Customer Service

I don't know, I have not had any reason to contact their customer service.

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Minolta X-700. This camera also has program modes, but the main difference is the manual focus.

Like how it can be used as either a "point-and-shoot" through the program modes, or traditional SLR.

Wished it had a better user interface, it is difficult to change functions rapidly. Also wished the LCD was back-lit for night work, and had DOF preview.

A great camera for a beginner starting in SLR photography, and would probably make a great 2nd/backup body for advanced users.

Customer Service

I have called Nikon phone support for questions and advice, they were extremely helpful.

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Metering works with manual lenses. Its a Nikon.
Very quiet shutter and operation. My F90X is much noisier.

No depth of field preview.
The high viewpoint view finder is not as good as F90X.
Very plasticy.
User interface is a disaster.

I bought this as a backup to my F90X. The results are excellent, and in fact the camera is in general just as capable as the F90X. The user interface is hopeless. The best thing about this camera is the quiet shutter and operation.
I bought it in preference to a F80, because the metering works with manual Nikkors (not F80), and it is currently excellent value for money.

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F80, F90X, FM2

Robust construction. Feels solid. Good AF and great flash system.

Horrible user interface with just the wrong positioning and use of buttons and dials. No DOF preview. Cant use VR lens.

This is a nice camera but horrible to use because of the brainless interface. Why cant they learn something from the UI of the N90s or *gasp* even the N60?

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N60, N90s

-Solid construction
-Spectacular flash system
-Fast and accurate autofocus and metering systems
-Extraordinary system of lenses, flashes, and accessories
-Nikon tried-and-true quality
-Great price for a college student such as myself

No DOF preview
No backlit LCD display

I purchased this camera around a week before the N80 was announced. I wanted to move up into an autofocus camera system after having used a ~ 40-year-old Pentax Spotmatic fully manual SLR. I want to say that I have never had any trouble with the user interface, I have always been pleased with the pictures that I have taken with this camera (for isn't it the photographer and not the camera and its features that takes good pictures?), and I don't regret passing up the N90s as I have had the opportunity to shoot with one, and I have found that the N70 is lighter, quieter, and more convenient for me. I currently own the 28-80/3.5-5.6D lens, the 50/1.8 lens, and the 70-300/4-5.6D lens. Next, I will purchase the 105/2.8 macro lens. (This will be awhile, though, for as I said, I am a college student.)
This camera is (was) perfect for someone who, like me, is more than a beginner, but falls quite short of the status of "Professional". It has all the features and more that anyone who falls into this category could ever need. I would give it 6 stars/thumbs up were it possible to do so.

Customer Service

Have had no experience with Customer service, but I love the 5-year warranty on the lenses

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Nikon N90s

solid
meters manual lenses

numerous see below

I like my camera, but it has many shortcomings. It is fast, has a built in flash, and is compatible with my manual lenses. The N70 does show its age, though. Almost every time, I see the need for a much wider AF sensor or a multipoint sensor because I often do not have the subject in the center of the frame. I don't know how many times I missed a shot at weddings because of this. This is particularly awful for sport photography. Matrix metering is good, but does not expose well in extremely contrasty situations or in purely nature settings. It consistently overexposes green. The AF is decent, but you must aim correctly. The voltage control is not very good. When batteries are new, AF is fast and sure, but midway, the batteries/motor seem a bit slower. Performance is not constant. It is reliable and I have some excellent results and a good deal, but, these days, it is a little outdated. I think there needs to be a new type of body with no mirror slap. It seems so outdated. And the SLR bodies are too big and clunky- try carrying one on a strap- there's no way to be subtle with a giant slr system slung around your neck. The Olympus IS cameras seem like a good idea- I wish that someone would make lens interchangeable ones. This would be perfect for the average user and street photographers. (?anyone listening?)

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