Date: Tue, 19 Jan 1999 18:35:01 -0500 From: George <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Future of the F5 [v04.n203/3] Message: 3 Talking to my Nikon dealer today. He, also the owner, said he was told by Nikon that the F100 might be cut significantly into the F5 sales. He also was told that Nikon may not keep the F5 around much longer. I disagree with this assessment. The F100 is missing at least two things that have always marked the current top-of-the-line Nikon: 100% viewfinder Interchangeable viewfinders Both of these are important to many pro's, and I don't see them as willing to give them up. I see the F100 as having most of the features of the F5 in much more portable package than the F5, which is a heavy camera. One of the 'big selling points' of the F5 is it's high speed motor. but truth be known, how many people need 8 fps? Mostly sports guys, I suspect. Most pros may want a motor but would be willing to cut the weight of the camera in half by giving up 4 fps. Personally, I think the N90s is more likely to be cut than the F5. Remember, the F3 is still in production, after what, 20 years??? Colin
