Nikon FE2 vs. Nikon FM2: The Ultimate Film Camera Showdown!

Nikon FE2 vs. Nikon FM2: The Ultimate Film Camera Showdown! Since diving back into film photography, I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect 35mm SLR camera. Forget the bougie Leica M6 and its outdated 1/1000 shutter speed – I’m after a camera built for everyday use, something that won’t break the bank if I leave it behind somewhere. That’s why I’ve narrowed it down to two incredible contenders: the Nikon FE2 and the Nikon FM2. In this video, I’ll review the Nikon FM2 and Nikon FE2—two of Nikon’s most underrated SLRs. I’ll cover everything from design and handling to features, strengths, and weaknesses. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for your next everyday film camera, this comparison will help you decide which one is the best fit. So, which do you prefer—the Nikon FE2 or Nikon FM2? Watch now and share your thoughts in the comments below! ::: My Instagram ::: https://www.instagram.com/realmacshootsfilm/ :: My website ::: https://www.realmacshootsfilm.com/ My quintet of lenses: =================== 28mm focal length --- Voigtlander Color Skopar 28mm f/2.8 Aspherical SLII-S (Yet to be acquired) https://amzn.to/4goDoVm 40mm focal length -- Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL-II S Aspherical Lens - https://amzn.to/4goDvAg 58mm focal length -- Voigtlander Nokton 58mm f/1.4 SL II S AI-S Lens - https://amzn.to/3Xljulo 85mm focal length - Rokinon 85mm F1.4 Aspherical Lens for Nikon AE - (Can also buy it on eBay for under $100) - https://amzn.to/3Xodx7j 105mm focal length - Nikon 105mm f/2.5 Ai-S - https://amzn.to/3Xp6WJW ==== ----::::--------::::--------::::--------::::---- Gear I will be using in 2024: * Voigtlander Ultron 40mm f/2 SL-II S Aspherical f-mount — https://amzn.to/3ivluUF * Voigtlander Nokton 58mm f/1.4 SL II S AI-S - https://amzn.to/4e6lNiZ * Nikon FM2 - https://amzn.to/4gaOpcW * Rokinon 85mm F1.4 Aspherical Lens for Nikon AE - https://amzn.to/3AMGxOu * Nikon Micro NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8 Lens - https://amzn.to/47gYocr * Nikon AI-S FX NIKKOR 50mm f/1.2 - https://amzn.to/2LmXPnn * Nikon AF FX NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D - https://amzn.to/2LqLsac * Nikon f100: https://amzn.to/36glVtM * Peak Design Slide Lite: https://amzn.to/3n3CxNk * Lowepro Flipside 400 AW Pro DSLR Camera Backpack: https://amzn.to/37vgis2 * Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II: https://amzn.to/36i3d4X * RGB Light - Boling Vlogger BL-P1: https://amzn.to/31XfzxY ----::::---- What I use to develop film at home: * I use a Plustek 8200i SE scanner! It's AMAZING! https://amzn.to/2TVUAH7 * Ultrafine Unicolor C-41 Powder Developer Kit (1 Liter): https://amzn.to/2YiWh44 * CineStill CS41 Liquid Developing Quart Kit : https://amzn.to/2TtblZ9 * Chemical bottles (get 3): https://amzn.to/2U1LpZ2 * Paterson Universal tank and 2 reels : https://amzn.to/2JAcHSf * Dark bag: https://amzn.to/2JB2Yes * Analog thermometer: https://amzn.to/2JC5Mb5 (Optional Upgrade to standard thermometer) * Kodak Photo-Flo (minimizes streaks from hard water): https://amzn.to/2U7ahhP * Drying Clips: https://amzn.to/2UULNFJ * Archival Storage Sheets: https://amzn.to/2U1QLDC * Film Cassette Cartridge Opener: https://amzn.to/2U7bwgZ * Rocket Air Blaster: https://amzn.to/2Tq2rvz #nikonfe2 #nikonfm2 #analogphotography #learnphotography #filmcamera #shootfilm #filmphotography #creativephotography #portraitphotography #bestfilmcamera