Nikon mf-27 data back question

Paul Green · May 25, 2021

Hello,

I am looking to pick up a data back for my f5 as I like the idea of recording dates.

Can anyone confirm if the back offers the ability to place the date between frames rather than in the image itself?

Many thanks.

neilt3 · May 25, 2021

Presumably you didn't do a search ?
Both the mf-27 and mf-28 are explained in detail ( including what they do and how they work ) here ;
http://www.mir.com.my/rb/photography/hardwares/classics/NikonF5/filmback/index.htm

I'm guessing you would rather have the mf-28 ?
Lots of information there on Canon and Nikon cameras along with their accessories .

Paul Green · May 25, 2021

Thank you - I did but I wanted to confirm with someone who owns or has used the back.

It does seem that the mf-28 is likely what I need.

Thank you.

MartinCrabtree · May 25, 2021

My F5 has the MF-28 back. It does indeed print the information chosen between or in frame. Your choice in set up.

PerTulip · Jun 2, 2021

Paul Green said:
Hello,

I am looking to pick up a data back for my f5 as I like the idea of recording dates.

Can anyone confirm if the back offers the ability to place the date between frames rather than in the image itself?

Many thanks.

I use my F5 with the data back. Actually the MF-28, not the MF-27.

Pros:
- you can print several things between the frames (exposure data or date/time, different formats)

Cons:
- Menus are weird
- I miss "dd/mm/yy, hh:mm, speed/aperture". That would be what I would love between the frames, but not possible. Either date/time or exposure info.

Nikon mf-27 data back question

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