One Roll of Film with the Nikon F3 and a ZEISS Planar 50mm lens

This week I shoot something a little different. I take the Nikon. F3 for a spin. I shoot it with the Zeiss Planar 50m.m f/1.4 and Distagon 35mm f/2 lens. I ran a roll of Kodak pro Image 100 shot 1/3 stop over-exposed.
All I can say is...what an amazing camera!
Thanks for watching!
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Gear I will you be using in 2021:
Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II on the m4-p amzn.to/2NhRag0
Leica M4-P 35mm Camera: amzn.to/2rOXsNe
Leica M5 35mm Camera
Leica 35mm Summicron f/2 ASPH v1
Leica 50mm Summicron f/2 v5
Leica 90mm Elmarit f/2.8
Nikon f100: amzn.to/36glVtM
Peak Design Slide Lite: amzn.to/3n3CxNk
Nikon FM3A: amzn.to/2QzAGkR
Olympus XA2: amzn.to/2ZOuQAk
Mamiya 645 Pro: amzn.to/2SJBpTi
Lowepro Flipside 400 AW Pro DSLR Camera Backpack: amzn.to/37vgis2
AmazonBasics Camera Sling Bag - 8 x 6 x 15 Inches, Black: amzn.to/2ZFwbZW
Leica Light meter - Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II: amzn.to/36i3d4X
RGB Light - Boling Vlogger BL-P1: amzn.to/31XfzxY
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What I use to develop film at home:
I use a Plustek 8200i SE scanner! It's AMAZING! amzn.to/2TVUAH7
Ultrafine Unicolor C-41 Powder Developer Kit (1 Liter): amzn.to/2YiWh44
CineStill CS41 Liquid Developing Quart Kit : amzn.to/2TtblZ9
Chemical bottles (get 3): amzn.to/2U1LpZ2
Paterson Universal tank and 2 reels : amzn.to/2JAcHSf
Dark bag: amzn.to/2JB2Yes
Analog thermometer: amzn.to/2JC5Mb5 (Optional Upgrade to standard thermometer)
Kodak Photo-Flo (minimizes streaks from hard water): amzn.to/2U7ahhP
Drying Clips: amzn.to/2UULNFJ
Archival Storage Sheets: amzn.to/2U1QLDC
Film Cassette Cartridge Opener: amzn.to/2U7bwgZ
Rocket Air Blaster: amzn.to/2Tq2rvz
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[@janosb5953]

Absolutely love my F3 with the Voigtlander 58mm f1.4 and 40mm f2. Great photos as always Mac👍

[@MacShootsFilm]

That 58 is a nice lens! Thanks for watching!

[@EM-ve9bh]

Those are two of my favorite lenses I have one mounted on my fm3a and the other mounted on my n2000. I love them both lol

[@slr7075]

Many people don't know the Nikon F3's main competitor which is the Canon New F-1. The Canon is vastly underrated and relatively unknown the film community while the Nikon F3 gets all the fame. It has nearly the same professional feature set and solid build as the Nikon F3. Maybe you can do a future comparison between the two one day.

[@MacShootsFilm]

Sounds like a great idea!

[@michaelstanton8363]

Ol Spideys cam

[@Mamo878]

Um, the New F-1 doesn't even have AE lock or mirror lock up, so you could say that it's not really all that 'professional' compared to the F3.

[@ReimannPembroke]

Sick video dude! You found some sweeeeeet architecture to shoot! I’m jealous

[@MacShootsFilm]

Was a fun morning shooting film. Thanks for watching!

[@nineteen76]

Love my F3. The film advance is buttery smooth even in Leica terms

[@MacShootsFilm]

It really is. joy to shoot. The film advance and the shutter just exude quality!

[@bfs5113]

I never have issue any of my SLR's film advance because they all has a motor drive, including my F2A that I used over four decades ago. 🙂

[@gayleruble6529]

Really dig your style…images and vids. You balance actual in the field shooting with gear chat perfectly!

[@MacShootsFilm]

Thanks for those kind words! I def try to show what it's like to run those cameras and make the images without making it tooooo much about gear! Thanks for watching!

[@eyedunno7078]

The HP finder is definitely a plus for glasses wearers.

[@MacShootsFilm]

Absolutely!

[@behindeachfilmgrain]

These are really nice images form the Pro Image 100 Mac! I don’t remember Phoenix being this nice but it was years back and HOT as A.F!!! Love the bokehlious video! New gear? I miss owning the Nikon F3… I may have to purchase one again! I’m such a geek! Haha!

[@MacShootsFilm]

Def. buy one soon. Film camera prices are on a tear lately! Thanks for watching!

[@Jayysam95]

I loved the video and the photos, I'm getting back into film and I just got an F3HP so I'm excited to see what it's capable of.

[@MacShootsFilm]

I love the F3HP! Such a great camera. Thanks for watching, Jeffrey!

[@kalenderquantentunnel9411]

If your F3 burns batteries when just switched on, it needs fixing. But when putting it away and something pushes on the shutter-button in your bag it will also drain power, maybe it was that? Same with Leica M6 btw which you have to set on B to prevent this.

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

I have a Contax zeiss 28mm but its the c/y mount. Never really found a good way to adapt it.

[@pawelkostulak9955]

great video. One thing- your battery should not drain quickly if you leave the on switch on, it has automatic shutoff unlike say Fm2 where the crank is also the on switch.

[@j.k5654]

At 5:14 and 5:19 you really see that zeiss 3D Pop. Nice shots Mac.

[@MacShootsFilm]

Used an ND filter to shoot super shallow! Love that Zeiss glass!

[@Johnybulletproof]

The F3 is my favorite SLR, I recommend you to change to the Type P focusing screen it's a 45° angle , it helps to focus faster . Along with the HP finder and the MD-4 Motor you can shoot forever with it

[@MacShootsFilm]

I will look into that. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@JoeLopez]

The MD-12 is not compatible with the F3

[@Johnybulletproof]

Excuse me. MD-4

[@andymiller4971]

Great video , I enjoy using my F3 , I have the DA2 view finder fitted , I too use aperture priority ,a really good feature.

[@MacShootsFilm]

It really is! It's just so convenient!

[@zguy95135]

The F3 is robust but be careful about letting it hit something hard on the left side. There is a glass, donut shaped resistor that surrounds the film rewind and if you crack it the meter stops working. There really aren’t replacements for them aside from taking it from a parts camera.

[@buelle4542]

If the meter stops working does it mean that the film can’t be rolled anymore?

[@zguy95135]

@@buelle4542 It'll jam up until you turn the camera off and on if you try to take a picture on auto mode (it'll think it's in pitch black). The camera will still function normally if you should manually though.

[@buelle4542]

@@zguy95135 thanks for the reply!

[@vdhazer]

Nice video. Your work is always awesome.

[@MacShootsFilm]

Thanks so much, Duhawma!

[@exploringsoutheastarizona2167]

Liked watching your video, I like shooting with film also. I have a Canon AE-1. Planning to shoot some of Monsoon Season with it this year. I live SE of Tucson 16-17 miles from Tombstone.

[@MacShootsFilm]

Right around the corner from me! The AE-1 is a fun camera! Thanks for watching!

[@dashrendar1074]

LOL Bill and Teds mall. NICE

[@1911geek]

If you lock in film winding crank I believe meter system will shut off. I remember my F3 2 batteries lasted a long time

[@wearetheunknown8162]

I was blessed to pick up a almost mint Nikon F3HP with a 50mm F2. Iconic camera, was aiming for a M6 but happy to get this SLR. Leica will come and I have a Contax G1 with a 45mm to play with. Great video, subscribed.

[@MacShootsFilm]

The F3 with decent glass is no slouch! I really loved driving the F3 and look forward to mixing it into my photo adventure rotation. Thanks for watching!

[@dominiclester3232]

Nice setup, thanks!

[@terrywbreedlove]

The F3hp is my main 35mm. I am currently adding Nikon Primes to the kit as i can afford them. I have the 24mm and 85mm F1.4 AIS glass in my sights. I already have the 135mm f2. The 55 micro and 28mm. Plus several 50mm 1.8 and 1.4 which i never actually use.

[@voodoowraith]

I don't always shoot film, but when I do, I use my Nikon F3.

[@MacShootsFilm]

Yes!!!

[@voodoowraith]

@@MacShootsFilm Stay analog my friend

[@christianvanremmen3521]

I really love my F3 hp. I really wanted a leica m body but since I wear glasses their viewfinder was too small for me. So the nikon was my second choice. I am curious to know what you think of the Zeiss lenses.

[@MacShootsFilm]

I wear glasses for certain scenarios, but know i'll be wearing them full-time son. Will look to the the Nikon F3 HP when I do. I LOVED the Zeiss glass. It renders color film beautifully and has great sharpness. It has me second guessing my Summicrons!

[@kylewood8327]

Great camera for sure! Running a roll of Extar 100 through my newly acquired F3, hopefully she exposes perfectly.

[@JoeLopez]

Nice! Cool shots also. Didn’t you have one or two other F3 bodies previously?

[@MacShootsFilm]

I did! Shot with an F3 for most of 2018. Good to have one back in the family!

[@yeeyteeawwr]

We’re you using an adapter to fit this lens? I’ve found nothing on the internet stating c/y lenses can mount onto a nikon f mount. Great video though, beautiful images

[@tesla9004]

is it possible to know what kind of adapter you use to mount that lens on Nikon F3? Thanks

[@georgestoichev]

Mac, be honest if you had to choose between FM3a and F3 which one would you pick?

[@MacShootsFilm]

FM3A all day. Faster shutter speed, easy to lock exposure with the button on the back of the frame, and a better meter readout in the fm3a over the f3.

[@CamMead]

Would you say the M5 (with 35 f2) is more portable & discrete than say the F3? Is the F3 the heavier camera combined with its 35 lens?...

[@MacShootsFilm]

What a great question! It is so close it is tough to call. The M5 is a touch heavier. I think the M5 is more discreet as it has a super quiet shutter, slim profile, the lens stays close to the body (making it look less like a giant camera someone is trying to snap pics of you with), All that being said, they're both almost identical in height and weight. With Zeiss glass the F3 is a formidable opponent to the Leica ecosystem.

[@GQGlasgow]

A few times you said you like the harsh light and strong contrast it provides but all the images you showed have the shadows lifted so far there is no contrast. They almost look HDR. I was wondering if you have a different interpretation of 'contrast'.

[@MacShootsFilm]

"Make Photos HDR Again." New hat in merch store.

[@davin2002]

This week I shoot something a little different... you mean how can i make it expensive as possible? really zeiss lenses

[@tomislavmiletic_]

LCD screen leakage on the F3 is a problem? Try one of the first autofocussing Minoltas from mid 80's... there's a big LCD on the top, where you control your camera. Whiteout it, the camera is next to useless. And on almost every second copy I encountered in recent times the LCD is next to be dead...

[@MacShootsFilm]

I've had an LCD go bad on me. Was a bad day!

[@MarcS4R]

i never switch off my F3 , the battery lasts forever in mine

[@poniatowski3547]

same here. only switch off when it goes back in the bag.

[@MacShootsFilm]

This is the 3rd F3 i've owned. Def. something with this copy. Put a new battery in it, went dead, on my second one now. Love this camera though!

[@macbookdieter]

The camera only uses the battery when the shutter button is pushed. It turns itself off after a few seconds.

[@maxchau6973]

Thanks for sharing the video. It saved me from buying an F3, as it highlighted the poor image quality it produces. As a fellow Leica user, I'm puzzled why you'd showcase such awful images in this video.

[@bagazheful]

To be honest I hate Nikon F3, but it has nice viewfinder. Nikon lenses with inverted numbers also =frustration.

[@chenterry3227]

but no film look, more like digital, why?

[@MacShootsFilm]

I think it's subjective. The light was subdue which led to higher contrast which tends to be associated with digital.

[@pawelkostulak9955]

Looked like film to me