This in-depth review of the Nikon N80 is especially interesting not only because of the N80's popularity as a middle-range SLR, but also because the same photographer also reviewed its major competitor, the Canon EOS Elan 7, in a separate review. As with the Canon, Hickman recommends buying the battery grip (MB-16) when using anything longer than a 50mm lens. He praises the convenient focus zone selector that "can be controlled at eye level without missing a beat," plus spot metering that moves with the focus locator. He also praises the eighteen custom functions, including a built-in grid screen for keeping the horizon level. You can also choose a quiet film rewind. He also praises the DOF preview button and universal cable-release port, as well as the ten-segment 3D matrix meter as "more than adequate for most pros."