Does the N65 allow user-selectable film speed or the use of a cable release?
Doug
At 6:40 PM -08001/13/01, Who Me caused thus to appear:
>About 30 years ago, I enjoyed using a Pentax Spotmatic with two
>prime lenses, but later sold everything several years ago.
>
>I'm now considering the Pentax ZX-5n and Nikon N65, and would
>appreciate some feedback.
>
>On paper, although the N65 is newer, both cameras seem to have
>similar specs. Pros and cons: the ZX-5n has a spot meter and the
>auto-exposure system can work with manual lenses, whereas the N65
>exposure (which requires auto-focus lense) seems better (in that it
>considers distance info when using Nikon D and G AF lenses). Also
>the N65 flash is brighter (GN 39 vs 11), and the N65 body fits my
>hand somewhat better.
>
>As for lenses, I'm considering at least one prime (e.g., 50mm, near
>1.8) and a non-power AF zoom, e.g., 28-105mm (or the upcoming
>24-90mm Pentax zoom).
>
>All comments will be appreciated. I'm particularly interested in
>issues that go beyond the specs (like reliability, ease of use,
>etc.).
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Douglas Forrest Brewer
Ashwood Lake Photography
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http://www.alphoto.com
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