This post will be basically my own review on the Nikon F5. I know I'm like how many years late, but there are still people that shoot with film, no one I know shoots with it commercially, but I know of a few who shoot for fun, hobby, leisure, whatever other terms there are. This is my own review on the Nikon F5, its not going to be 100% accurate, but I'll try to make it as accurate as I can.
What I write is mainly my thoughts on the design of the camera as well as how I feel about it. For specs, can check out Ken Rockwell. I'm not a master of using Nikon, nor have I used Nikon film cameras, the F5 is my first Nikon film camera.
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Ergronomics
Compatibility
So far I've only been able to confirm that it works with AFD lenses, AFs G lenses and VR. It doesn't work with flashes starting from SB900 unfortunately. I haven't really had the chance to do flash photography with the F5 though I will do it when I get the chance, be it manual or TTL auto. Will just have to use a light meter.
Works with quite a number of things I already have for my digital setup since the things I got are pretty much universal, like my trusty Metz 45 CL-1.
My thoughts
My thoughts on the Nikon F5... Having used the film flagship from both Canon and Nikon, I'll have to say that while I enjoy the automation and the comfortable grip of the Canon EOS 1n, I prefer the overall look, feel on the Nikon F5.
While both feel solid, its like, the Canon EOS 1n is like a bulletproof car whereas the Nikon F5 feels like a tank. The one thing I hate is the LCD on the Nikon F5 where you cannot view it head on but only at and angle, though it makes sense to view from an angle, it doesn't feel right to me but this is just a minor issue to me.
One thing I hate about Nikon cameras, DSLRs or SLRs, is that the vertical grip doesn't feel comfortable, but the plus point is, I'm forced to support the whole camera and lens on my left hand which is the right way anyway.
Conclusion
The Nikon F5 is a great camera to use! Despite its age, its still feels extremely solid. I can only imagine how tough it is when its brand new. The rubber is starting to come off mine and I've used gaffer tape to prevent it from getting worse. It feels great in the hand and isn't as heavy as DSLRs. Works with a majority of Nikon accessories today and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this to anyone who is looking for a solid film SLR which will have supported for the next few years at least.
Sample pictures
Shot on Fujifilm Provia 100F (first roll)
Most pictures are gone due to the roll being exposed to light, my fault since the film couldn't rewind
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