>Hi, >I've noticed a focusing problem with my 'brand new' second hand F801s >purchased last week. The focus as achieved in the viewfinder does not >perfectly match with the indication of the AF. Something I would not be >able to tell with a slow zoom but it is visible with a 85mm 1.8. >I've checked the focusing screen and it seems to be slightly tilted in >its frame (i.e., not 100% parallel with the prism). I have tried to >unlock it and resecure the screen holding frame but with no luck. >I was not very confortable with playing with the screen. I was wearing >cotton gloves but there not much room in there. Is there a specific >procedure and/or tool for removing or installing the focusing screen? >I guess I should return the camera to the shop but the camera is >otherwise clean and used F801s are not that common. >Thanks in advance, >Nicolas. Nicolas, When you buy a Nikon screen, you get a special pair of plastic tweezers that operate the locking tab as well as grasp the screen. Are the negatives sharper when you focus with the screen or AF (ie., is it the screen or AF module that's out of alignment)? Zig
