Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/03/16

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Subject: Nikinos - Was: RE: [Leica] Leica Users digest V19 #215
From: "Austin Franklin" <austin@darkroom.com>
Date: Fri, 16 Mar 2001 19:01:09 -0500

> In a message dated 3/16/01 3:05:49 AM, Dennis writes:
>
> << IMO Nikonos is overkill for snorkling. Scuba, sure, but a lot of
> maintenance and
> if you need flash, more $$$.
>  >>
>
> There are Nikonos and there are Nikonos. The later models with
> all the bells
> and whistles may be overkill but the earlier Nikonos II and III
> models are
> just about perfect for casual snapshooting when snorkeling,
> moderate scuba
> diving, kayaking, and just plain taking pictures in lousy weather
> conditions.
> The 35mm f2.5 standard lens is a jewel, one of the best that
> Nikon produced
> in that focal length. You can pick up a used camera and lens at a
> dive shop
> for less than $200. After you dry off on the beach, you can crack open
> coconuts with the camera body.
>
> Larry Zeitlin

I completely agree with you Larry.  I use a Nikinos III and it's built like
a tank, and one hell of an environment proof point and shoot!  And, as you
point out, not too expensive either...considering what you get for the
money.