Originally posted by scanner
It not that I dun like the F65, but rather there R some limitations on this camera which I find could be handy.
To name a few - such as the F65 does not have ISO setting, rather slow AF, no AE Lock and etc....
Normally, I preferred to take landscape pics and potraits,
but presently trying out new things like macro shots.
Anyway, since I have the resources now, might as well get something of a better built and offers a better features.
I think F80 can fulfill your needs. With the command on gridline, it is even easier to use than F100 which you need to buy the extra E screen. Is the AF of F100 really that fast? Yeah...it is definitely faster than F80, but not really that important. U shoot racing car? To lock on faster on a subject, I think a faster lens is more important. F80 using CAM900 focusing module, is definitely good enough for most situation already. In fact, in those hard to focus case, manual focus is even faster. F80 with built in focus assist light, so in low light, it can still lock focus compare to F100. ISO setting, AE lock, both available in F80 and F100. Both feature no mirror lock up. F100 better in its better weather seal, metal construction, CAM1300 (???), more accessory...do you need these?
If have more money, then good to go for F100 or even F5. If buy F100 later no money for lens, then no good. Better get a F80 and a pro quality lens. Camera is just a black box...
Oh yeah...I forgot...F100 can meter with manual lenses. BIG PLUS!!!