Nikon F2 SR:7808479

Nikon F2 – 35mm Professional SLR Camera (Serial No. 7808479)

Your camera with serial number 7808479 is a Nikon F2, one of the most legendary and rugged 35mm professional SLR cameras ever made. Produced by Nippon Kogaku K.K. (now Nikon Corporation), the F2 was the successor to the original Nikon F and was in production from 1971 to 1980. Based on your serial number, this F2 was manufactured around late 1975 to early 1976.

The F2 was fully mechanical, extremely reliable, and modular—with interchangeable viewfinders, focusing screens, and motor drives. It was the workhorse of many professional photojournalists and remains a favorite among film photographers today.

Key Features

• Camera Type: Fully mechanical 35mm SLR

• Lens Mount: Nikon F-mount – compatible with AI, pre-AI, and AI-converted lenses

• Shutter: Titanium foil, horizontal-travel focal plane shutter, speeds from 1s to 1/2000s + Bulb

• Viewfinder: Interchangeable – commonly fitted with DE-1 (plain prism) or DP-1 (Photomic meter)

• Metering (if equipped): TTL full-aperture metering with Photomic finder

• Flash Sync: 1/80s (X-sync), PC sync port and hot shoe (on some finder types)

• Film Advance: Manual lever, smooth and reliable

• Self-Timer: Built-in mechanical self-timer

• Construction: All-metal body – incredibly durable and serviceable

• Power: Only required for metering (if Photomic finder installed); otherwise, fully mechanical

What’s Included

• Nikon F2 camera body (Serial No. 7808479)

• Viewfinder (specify type, e.g., Photomic, DE-1)

• Strap + case 

Condition

Used – Good condition: The camera is mechanically, with smooth film advance, properly functioning shutter at all speeds, and clean viewfinder. If equipped with a metered prism, the light meter functions accurately (battery dependent). Cosmetically, light wear may be present from age and use, but it does not affect performance.