Alot easier to use than N70

Slower FPS than N70

This camera will appeal to many. If you have an N60 but want more flexibility or if you have a F100 and want lighter weight, this would be an excellent camera for either user. Easy enough for the beginner, advanced enough for the semi-pro. There is a databack version as well, contrary to one of the previous reviews. Very happy with this replacement for the N70.

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N60, N70, N90s, F100

Good job by Nikon. Well laid out and generally intuitive to use. Far superior to the N70. A bit like a baby F100, obviously borrowing from it. Overall an excellent camera that delivers what it advertises. Maybe more camera then a beginner might need, but a superb camera for an intermediate to advanced photographer.

None that are significant.

Nikon is right on track with the N80.

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Not needed.

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Nikon N70, F100, Canon Elan II, Canon A2.

Sturdy, durable metal/polymer material, lighter weight, awsome AF system, depth of field preview, a very good amount of customizable functions, superimposed gridlines on viewfinder are somewhat useful, option for lighting top LCD panel, manual cable release, VERY bright and clear viewfinder, and the best thing, ELECTRONIC control of fstop! No more having to reach and manually turn a dial on the back of the lens!! About bloody time Nikon.

Lack of accessories, definately NOT happy about Nikons lack of accessories, (ie not having a Databack for imprinting shot data.) No high speed flash sync.

After using Nikon's top selling N70 for almost 4 years, this is a definate breath of fresh air. The updated AF system, much more efficient control system, and the wonderfully solid body construction make this one a definate contender.

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None needed.

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N70

1) Great feel - comfortable grip, lightweight, almost feels like a lightweight version of the F100.
2) Additional features from N70 - Depth of Field preview, multiple exposure capability, customized user control, adjustable focus area, LCD display lights up, diopter adjustment *helpful since I wear thick eyeglasses*
3) Informative and clear viewfinder.
4) The exposure mode dial is very easy to use.
5) Grid lines in the view finder - controlled by the "CUSTOM SETTING" - is useful.

Just had to get used to the front dial - sometimes I accidently turn off the camera by turning the power switch which is very close to the dial. Just a matter of finger coordination.

A faster Falsh Sync would be nice - flash sync up to 1/125th on the N80.

The camera is a welcome surprise from Nikon. Not sure if there's a significant difference between the N70's 8-segment metering and the N80's 10 segment metering -results from both cameras look the same. The "Custom Setting" feature is unique, I can customize the camera to my needs. You loose the feel of the Aperture Ring on the lenes for Aperture-Priority and Manual modes, but the dials don't take long to get used to. An excellent buy for the $$'s.

Customer Service

Not needed yet - received the U.S. 3 year warrantee on the camera.

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This will be a replacement for my N70.

The Nikon N 80 boasts a High Eyepoint Viewfinder which allows for easier viewing with glasses.It also has a Composition assist focusing screen and a built in speedlite with red eye reduction, slow sync, rear sync, and flash compensation. Nikon returned to the threaded cable release function on the shutter,no need to buy those expensive electronic cable releases.The Nikon N 80 is a great camera to upgrade to or even start with because of its easy to use command dial.And last but not least all your critical info is shown in the viewfinder including frame number.

None that I know of yet.

The Nikon N 80 will make a believer out of you.

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I currently own a Nikon 6006 w/ a nikkor 35-80 and a Tamron 70-300. Which happens to be the last Nikon camera made with

Lovely feel and handling. Great metering and handling. Lightweight and easy to carry.

The focus point selector button thingy broke after just three weeks. Nikon USA replaced the body but they took three more weeks. I think it is a little too flimsy to be called a Nikon.

I have myself faced one of the dreaded N80 problems, the breaking switch. I heard there are other problems like the focusing etc. On the whole, I like this camera as lonmg as it doesnt break.

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Average.

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N90s, F100, N70

Light, with a good grip.
On-demand grid lines for composing your shot.
Command wheels for adjusting shutter speeds & aperture settings are well placed and easy to use.
Depth Of Field preview.
Program, Shutter priority, Aperture priority, Manual modes.
Illuminated LCD.

Viewfinder diopter adjusts in steps. Sorry, my eyes aren't bad in the appropriate steps for this to be useful. Also, when wearing glasses, the entire frame isn't visible through the viewfinder (in contrast to the Canon Rebel 2000 with which I can see everything).
AF & AE controls are hard to turn.
Built-in pop-up flash sounds flimsy when it pops up - it bounces (while the N60's flash sounds solid).
Steep learning curve for amateur photographers.
NOT made in Japan.

This is a very useful and function-laden camera. It is great for those who can take advantage of all these features and for those who are learning photography. For someone looking for a point-and-shoot upgrade, it is over the top - you won't make use of most of these features. As of this writing, Nikon has just announced they're coming out with an N65 (with modes like: portrait, scenic, sports/action,... as well as Program, Aperture & Shutter priorities, and Manual), so perhaps that is a more appropriate camera. Along the same lines, this camera may not be the best if you'll be handing your camera to someone else to take pictures. Don't get me wrong; you can take great shots in Program mode without adjusting a thing, but make sure you read the instructions (at least) first. After having mastered the camera, you won't out-grow it for a while.

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only used Point & Shoots (Nikon LiteTouch 110) before this.

Low weight. Nice look. Five selectable autofocus areas. On demand grid lines. Auto exposure bracketing. Built in flash. Metering system (matrix 3D, center weighted and spot meter). Aid light (nice feature in low light focussing). Deep of field preview, LCD illumination and multiple exposisure (non available in the N70). Double dial command and very easy handle and operation ( most friendly that in the N70 and N90). Very clear viewfinder with all needed information.
MB-16 accesory power source, with AA batteries. Compatibility with new VR Nikkor lenses. Many options in the custom functions.

No metering with manual lenses (only perform focus confirmation). Flash sync only to 1/125 sec. No capability for high speed sync with the top Nikon flash Units (i.e: N90S, F100, F5). Only 2.5 fps (less than the N70, and N90). No Mirror lock up (present in the FM2 and F5). No tongue out in film after mid roll rewind, wich would be useful when you need quickly exchange films. No infra-red film compatibility.

Well, see all the available features in this camera... See all lack features . What do you need. Certainly, if you need features absent in this camera, may be you must buy a Nikon F100, or a F5, or perhaps you would like get a new Canon EOS 1V. But I will make a question for you: how many important is for you the photo equipment?. Can you do really your better photos only if you have the most powerful and featured camera body? If you answer "yes", I will say to you: "show me your photos". The Nikon N80 is a great camera, with all the features that I need for make all kind of photos: in door, out door, family portrait or landscapes. I am not owner of manual lenses. I don't need now the mirror lock up, nor the high speed flash sync, nor more fps. When I need this features, I will buy other body, but now I think is most useful for me get more better lenses. I have this camera from only few months, but I already love it. Its price / value ratio is the best.

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Not used.

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Not enough function, very good camera for benginner.

Made In Thailand

I used this camera over 3 months but have too many problem with another lens. This camera stop 2 time, I do not this camera good for any have experience.

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2 time

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N70,N90s

light, simillar features to the F100
value for the money

does not have metering for older manual focus lens
plastic instead of metal

I also have a fuji digital camera and I am looking forward to buying a slr that is digital in the next couple of years. by buying a nikon I hope to use my nikon lens with my future digital slr. i figure in the next 5 years the price will drop as more competition in the digital slr game surfaces

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Wanted the F100 but I really wanted a camera with built in flash so I would not need to carry a flash on vacation