Nikon F
Nikon F – Good Condition | Legendary 35 mm SLR That Defined Professional Photography
Introduction
The Nikon F is one of the most influential 35 mm SLR cameras ever made, introduced in 1959 and built to professional standards that shaped the future of camera design. Constructed with a solid metal chassis and modular system, it offered interchangeable viewfinders, focusing screens, and motor drives — a revolutionary concept for its time. Known for its precision engineering and timeless mechanical reliability, the Nikon F remains a benchmark for classic camera collectors and film shooters seeking impeccable build quality.
Key Features
- Interchangeable lens and viewfinder system — Truly modular design.
- Nikon F bayonet mount compatible with a wide range of Nikkor lenses.
- Fully mechanical operation (no battery required).
- Titanium‑foil focal‑plane shutter on later models (1 s – 1/1000 s + Bulb).
- Rugged metal construction built to withstand decades of professional use.
- Bright interchangeable viewfinder with removable focusing screen.
- Manual exposure control for complete creative freedom.
Condition Report
Body: Good condition with moderate cosmetic wear consistent with age; engraving and leatherette intact.
Optics: Viewfinder clear with minor dust typical for vintage SLRs.
Mechanics: Shutter and film advance tested; speeds sound and crisp.
Electronics: Not applicable (mechanical camera).
Shutter Count: Not applicable (film camera).
Specialist Note
“The Nikon F is a true milestone in camera history — beautifully engineered, totally mechanical, and as functional today as when it was first released.”
What’s Included
- Nikon F camera body (serial no. 6805733)
Technical Specifications
- Category: 35 mm SLR Camera
- Lens Mount: Nikon F bayonet mount
- Film Format: 35 mm (24 × 36 mm)
- Shutter Type: Mechanical focal‑plane shutter
- Shutter Speeds: 1 s – 1/1000 s + Bulb
- Metering: None (compatible with optional Photomic finder units)
- Power Source: Not required
- Body Material: Metal (all‑mechanical construction)
- Focus: Manual
- Weight: Approx. 685 g (body only, standard finder)
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Nikon F
Nikon F
Nikon F – Good Condition | Legendary 35 mm SLR That Defined Professional Photography
Introduction
The Nikon F is one of the most influential 35 mm SLR cameras ever made, introduced in 1959 and built to professional standards that shaped the future of camera design. Constructed with a solid metal chassis and modular system, it offered interchangeable viewfinders, focusing screens, and motor drives — a revolutionary concept for its time. Known for its precision engineering and timeless mechanical reliability, the Nikon F remains a benchmark for classic camera collectors and film shooters seeking impeccable build quality.
Key Features
- Interchangeable lens and viewfinder system — Truly modular design.
- Nikon F bayonet mount compatible with a wide range of Nikkor lenses.
- Fully mechanical operation (no battery required).
- Titanium‑foil focal‑plane shutter on later models (1 s – 1/1000 s + Bulb).
- Rugged metal construction built to withstand decades of professional use.
- Bright interchangeable viewfinder with removable focusing screen.
- Manual exposure control for complete creative freedom.
Condition Report
Body: Good condition with moderate cosmetic wear consistent with age; engraving and leatherette intact.
Optics: Viewfinder clear with minor dust typical for vintage SLRs.
Mechanics: Shutter and film advance tested; speeds sound and crisp.
Electronics: Not applicable (mechanical camera).
Shutter Count: Not applicable (film camera).
Specialist Note
“The Nikon F is a true milestone in camera history — beautifully engineered, totally mechanical, and as functional today as when it was first released.”
What’s Included
- Nikon F camera body (serial no. 6805733)
Technical Specifications
- Category: 35 mm SLR Camera
- Lens Mount: Nikon F bayonet mount
- Film Format: 35 mm (24 × 36 mm)
- Shutter Type: Mechanical focal‑plane shutter
- Shutter Speeds: 1 s – 1/1000 s + Bulb
- Metering: None (compatible with optional Photomic finder units)
- Power Source: Not required
- Body Material: Metal (all‑mechanical construction)
- Focus: Manual
- Weight: Approx. 685 g (body only, standard finder)
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Nikon F – Good Condition | Legendary 35 mm SLR That Defined Professional Photography
Introduction
The Nikon F is one of the most influential 35 mm SLR cameras ever made, introduced in 1959 and built to professional standards that shaped the future of camera design. Constructed with a solid metal chassis and modular system, it offered interchangeable viewfinders, focusing screens, and motor drives — a revolutionary concept for its time. Known for its precision engineering and timeless mechanical reliability, the Nikon F remains a benchmark for classic camera collectors and film shooters seeking impeccable build quality.
Key Features
- Interchangeable lens and viewfinder system — Truly modular design.
- Nikon F bayonet mount compatible with a wide range of Nikkor lenses.
- Fully mechanical operation (no battery required).
- Titanium‑foil focal‑plane shutter on later models (1 s – 1/1000 s + Bulb).
- Rugged metal construction built to withstand decades of professional use.
- Bright interchangeable viewfinder with removable focusing screen.
- Manual exposure control for complete creative freedom.
Condition Report
Body: Good condition with moderate cosmetic wear consistent with age; engraving and leatherette intact.
Optics: Viewfinder clear with minor dust typical for vintage SLRs.
Mechanics: Shutter and film advance tested; speeds sound and crisp.
Electronics: Not applicable (mechanical camera).
Shutter Count: Not applicable (film camera).
Specialist Note
“The Nikon F is a true milestone in camera history — beautifully engineered, totally mechanical, and as functional today as when it was first released.”
What’s Included
- Nikon F camera body (serial no. 6805733)
Technical Specifications
- Category: 35 mm SLR Camera
- Lens Mount: Nikon F bayonet mount
- Film Format: 35 mm (24 × 36 mm)
- Shutter Type: Mechanical focal‑plane shutter
- Shutter Speeds: 1 s – 1/1000 s + Bulb
- Metering: None (compatible with optional Photomic finder units)
- Power Source: Not required
- Body Material: Metal (all‑mechanical construction)
- Focus: Manual
- Weight: Approx. 685 g (body only, standard finder)
