Nikon F3 – Professional 35mm SLR Film Camera

Nikon F3 – Professional 35mm SLR Film Camera

Condition: Used – Good Condition

The Nikon F3, serial number 1377935, is one of Nikon’s most iconic professional 35mm SLR film cameras, produced from 1980 to 2001. Known for its legendary durability, manual focus precision, and electronic shutter with aperture-priority auto exposure, the F3 was the go-to choice for photojournalists and serious photographers for over two decades.

This model was designed by famed Italian designer Giorgetto Giugiaro, featuring Nikon’s first use of the signature red stripe. It’s compatible with all Nikon F-mount lenses, including AI and AI-S types, and is a must-have for collectors and film photography enthusiasts alike.

Key Features

• Film Format: 35mm (standard 24×36mm frame size)

• Lens Mount: Nikon F-mount (manual focus AI and AI-S lenses; also supports non-AI with limitations)

• Shutter: Electronically controlled horizontal-travel shutter, 8s–1/2000s + Bulb

• Exposure Modes: Manual and Aperture Priority Auto Exposure

• Viewfinder: Interchangeable – equipped with HP (High Eyepoint) prism on most units

• Metering: TTL center-weighted metering with LED display

• Flash Sync: 1/80s with PC sync port and hot shoe

• Power Source: Requires 2x LR44 or SR44 batteries for metering and shutter operation

• Construction: Full metal body, extremely rugged and weather-resistant

• Weight: Approx. 760g (body only)

What’s Included

• Nikon F3 camera body (Serial No. 1377935)

• Body cap

• Eyepiece or HP prism finder 

• Camera strap 
  

Condition

Used – Good condition:

• Cosmetic: Light wear from normal use; no major dents or damage

• Shutter & Electronics: Fully functional – shutter fires accurately at all speeds, metering is responsive

• Viewfinder: Clear with minimal dust; LED exposure display works

• Film advance & rewind: Smooth and fully operational

• Battery compartment: Clean, no corrosion