Nikon's advanced later-film SLR — the F-80, electronic, 1/4000s, multi-point AF, Nikon F, 2000.
The Nikon F-80, introduced in 2000, was an advanced enthusiast autofocus 35mm SLR from Nikon's later film era, well regarded for its features-to-size balance. It was sold as the N80 in the United States, and its design influenced early Nikon digital SLRs. It belonged to Nikon's autofocus range at the turn of the 2000s and used the Nikon F bayonet mount, part of the long-lived Nikon lens system.
This is an electronically controlled 35mm SLR on the Nikon F mount, with a vertical-travel focal-plane shutter that is electronically timed, offering speeds to 1/4000 second plus B, with flash sync around 1/125. Metering includes matrix, centre-weighted and spot patterns; exposure modes include programmed, aperture-priority, shutter-priority and manual. It provides phase-detection autofocus with multiple focus points, integral film advance and a built-in flash. As an electronic body it depends on batteries to operate.
The F-80 suits enthusiasts and semi-professionals wanting matrix metering, a wide shutter range, multi-point autofocus and a built-in flash in a compact, light body. It handles well for its size, with quick control access, and offers features such as data imprinting on some versions. It works with AF and G-type Nikkor lenses across varied everyday and travel work.
On the used market, being fully electronic, it needs good batteries, so test AF, the flash, meter and all exposure modes. Check shutter accuracy, inspect the LCD for bleed, and look for perished light-seal foam, though this later body is less prone to it than older models. Try loading and rewind. It uses standard lithium cells rather than mercury batteries. AF and G-type Nikkor lenses autofocus; manual AI/AI-S lenses meter with reduced support.