Nikon F series autofocus

Nikon F-601 with autofocus zoom 28-70mm

In addition to the single-digit F-series cameras , Nikon also built cameras with multi-digit numbers. Initially, relatively high hundreds numbers were assigned with a 1 in the ones place, (from 401) when the model was replaced in the 1990s, Nikon changed the numbering again, from this point onwards the tens numbers (from 50) were the nomenclature for this type of Nikon models. When the model was replaced again, the tens numbers were retained, only a 5 was placed in the units position (from 55). Only the F100 is a bit out of line here, as it belongs to the last series of cameras, but has been given a hundred.

The AF lenses with autofocus of the F series can only be focused manually with some digital camera housings that do not have a mechanical drive for the autofocus control on the F bayonet . These camera bodies can only communicate with the more modern lenses of the AF-S and AF-I series, which are equipped with their own focus motor.

Camera models

Hundreds series

• Nikon F-401
• Nikon F-501
• Nikon F-601
• Nikon F-801

Series of ten

• Nikon F50
• Nikon F55
• Nikon F60
• Nikon F65
• Nikon F70
• Nikon F75
• Nikon F80
• Nikon F90
• Nikon F100

It should be noted that Nikon has upgraded the hardware and software of some cameras. These versions are identified by a letter after the number (e.g .: F90X)

In general, the following applies to every series: the higher the number, the more valuable the camera. The F100, F90 and F801 are semi-professional models, while the F401, F50, F55, F60 and F65 are entry-level cameras. The cameras in between can be assigned to the amateur class.

See also

• List of Nikon lenses with an F mount

literature

• Peter Braczko: The new big Nikon manual. Cameras, lenses, accessories. 368 pages. Hück: Wittig Fachbuch 1999, ISBN 3889841112
• Rudolf Hillebrand and Hans-Joachim Hauschild: Nikon Compendium. The Nikon Photo Technique Handbook. 208 pages. Gilch Verlag Photography 1991, ISBN 3933131332

Web links

• Nikon System Online
• Nikon story

Individual evidence

1. ↑ Designations on AF lenses from Nikon  ( page no longer available , search in web archives )  Info: The link was automatically marked as defective. Please check the link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. , nikoneurope-de.custhelp.com, accessed on October 17, 2016