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Nikon FAC15501 F6 M Focusing Screen

Enhance Your Nikon F6 Focusing Precision The Nikon M Focusing Screen is designed as an interchangeable screen for your Nikon F6 SLR camera. Featuring a Fresnel field with crosshair and millimeter scales, it's ideal for precise focusing in close-up and astrophotography. The screen also includes AF...

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Overview

Enhance Your Nikon F6 Focusing Precision

The Nikon M Focusing Screen is designed as an interchangeable screen for your Nikon F6 SLR camera. Featuring a Fresnel field with crosshair and millimeter scales, it's ideal for precise focusing in close-up and astrophotography. The screen also includes AF brackets and a 12mm center circle to further assist with accurate composition.

Specifications

  • Compatibility: Nikon F6 SLR Camera
  • Type: M Type Focusing Screen
  • Features: Fresnel Field, Crosshair, Millimeter Scales
  • Additional: AF Brackets, 12mm Center Circle

Key Features

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The Type M Fine Matte Focusing Screen is an interchangeable focusing screen with crosshair and millimeter scales, on a matte/Fresnel field

Features AF brackets, a 5mm spot centre and 12mm centre weighted metering reference circle

Ideal for high-magnification close-ups and astrophotography

Specifications

Product Type
Focusing Screen
Screen Type
Type M Fine Matte
Markings
Crosshair, Millimeter Scales, AF Brackets, 5mm Spot Centre, 12mm Centre Weighted Metering Reference Circle
Field Type
Matte/Fresnel
Ideal Use
High-magnification close-ups, Astrophotography

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features an interchangeable Type M Fine Matte Focusing Screen with precise crosshair and millimeter scales for accurate composition.
  • Equipped with a matte/Fresnel field, offering a bright and clear view for manual focusing in various lighting conditions.
  • Includes AF brackets, which assist in visualizing the autofocus points and coverage area within the frame.
  • Provides a 5mm spot center and 12mm center weighted metering reference circle, aiding in precise exposure control for specific areas.
  • Highly suitable for specialized photography techniques such as high-magnification close-ups and astrophotography due to its precise markings.

👎 Cons

  • The description does not specify compatibility beyond the Nikon F6, potentially limiting its use to a single camera model.
  • Being an interchangeable screen, it requires careful handling during installation to avoid dust or scratches on the sensitive surface.
  • Lacks information on potential light loss or brightness reduction compared to a standard focusing screen.
  • The specialized markings for high-magnification and astrophotography may be distracting for general purpose photography.
  • No mention of specific materials or anti-reflection coatings, which could affect durability or optical clarity.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Nikon FAC15501 F6 M is a Type M Fine Matte Focusing Screen.
It features AF brackets, a 5mm spot center, and a 12mm center-weighted metering reference circle.
Yes, it is an interchangeable focusing screen with crosshair and millimeter scales.
This focusing screen is ideal for high-magnification close-ups and astrophotography.
The focusing screen has a matte/Fresnel field for clear viewing.

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