The Nikon F4 and F6 are both 35mm film cameras that were created for use by professional photographers. While both of the cameras have quite a few different things in common, there are also a few things that set the two cameras apart.
Time Frame
The Nikon F4 was originally released by Nikon in 1988, the Nikon F6 was released 16 years later in 2004. The Nikon F4 was made until 1997. The Nikon F6 is currently the only 35mm SLR camera still sold by Nikon, given the popularity of digital photography.
35mm
Both the Nikon F4 and Nikon F6 are film cameras use 35mm film. The can handle many different types of 35mm film.
Autofocus
Both the Nikon F4 and F6 offer auto focus as well as the option to manual focus options. The Nikon F4 was the first camera created by Nikon to offer auto-focus as an option.
Lenses
Both the Nikon F4 and F6 can use any Nikon F-mount auto focus or manual lenses built between 1977 and 2004. The F4 is also capable of using older Nikkor lenses made between 1959 and 1977 (Nikkor is the lens division of Nikon).
Frame Rate
The Nikon F4 has a maximum frame rate of 4 frames per second. The Nikon F6 is capable of taking pictures at 5.5 frames per second with regular batteries, or 8 frames per second with an optional multi-power battery pack (MB-40).
Pricing
As of October 2009, the Nikon F6 retails for $2,400 new. The Nikon F4 is no longer made by Nikon, but can often be purchased used on auctions sites for about $400. A used Nikon F6 is typically sold for about $2,000.
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