Name: Nikon F3 35mm Film Camera
Brand: Nikon
Price: 989 USD
Availability: InStock

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The Nikon F3 is a legendary professional-grade 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera introduced in 1980. Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, it was...read more.

The Nikon F3 is a legendary professional-grade 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera introduced in 1980. Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, it was the first F-series camera with electronic controls and aperture-priority auto exposure. Known for its robust build, reliability, and modular design, the F3 was a staple for photojournalists and professional photographers throughout the 1980s and early 1990s.

Iconic professional 35mm film SLR with legendary durability and design

First F-series camera with electronic aperture-priority auto exposure, allowing quick and accurate shooting in changing light conditions

Electronic Aperture-Priority Exposure

Interchangeable viewfinders, focusing screens, and motor drives for versatile professional use

Modular Design

Can operate at 1/60 sec shutter speed even if battery fails, ensuring reliability in critical situations

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The Nikon F3 is a **full-frame 35mm** film SLR camera built on the **Nikon F lens mount**, exposing a standard **24mm x 36mm film frame** with each shot. The body is constructed from a **copper-aluminum alloy chassis with a metal exterior**, measuring **142 x 89.5 x 60mm** and weighing **700g** — solid enough to handle professional use while remaining manageable in the field. The F3 carries a **dust-resistant** rating, adding a degree of protection during outdoor and on-location work. Metering supports an **ISO range of 12 to 6400**, offering genuine versatility across different film emulsions. The **optical pentaprism viewfinder** features an **in-viewfinder LCD display** that shows shutter speed information during shooting. Flash users will find **TTL flash support** with compatible Nikon Speedlights via the **standard ISO hot shoe**, with an **X-sync speed of 1/80 sec**. For situations requiring rapid capture, the F3 supports **burst mode at up to 6 fps**. Power comes from **2x LR44/SR44 or 1x DL1/3N batteries**, rated for thousands of exposures across metering and shutter operation.

Compatible with a vast range of Nikon F-mount lenses spanning decades of production, from classic manual primes to modern autofocus glass.

Nikon F Lens Mount

Exposes the standard 24x36mm film frame, making full use of any 35mm film stock loaded into the camera.

Full-Frame 35mm Format

Film speed indexing covers a wide range of film stocks, from slow fine-grain stocks to fast high-ISO films for low-light shooting.

Wide Film Speed Range

Set your aperture and the F3 selects the appropriate shutter speed automatically, streamlining exposure in fast-moving situations.

Aperture-Priority AE

The metal chassis and exterior give the F3 a robust, professional-grade build quality that holds up to heavy daily use.

Copper-Aluminum Alloy Body

Shows shutter speed information inside the optical pentaprism viewfinder so you can monitor exposure without taking your eye off the subject.

In-Viewfinder LCD Display

With the optional MD-4 motor drive attached, the F3 can shoot at up to 6 frames per second for continuous action sequences.

6 fps with MD-4 Motor Drive

Works with compatible Nikon Speedlights for through-the-lens flash metering, with X-sync at 1/80 sec.

TTL Flash Support

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The Nikon F3 is a legendary professional-grade 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera introduced in 1980. Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, it was the first F-series camera with electronic controls and aperture-priority auto exposure. Known for its robust build, reliability, and modular design, the F3 was a staple for photojournalists and professional photographers throughout the 1980s and early 1990s.I am the original owner bought it new. Tested all the speeds with and without the motor all is working.Used personally not in a studio.I am a photographer

The Nikon F3 is a legendary professional-grade 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera introduced in 1980. Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, it was the first F-series camera with electronic controls and aperture-priority auto exposure. Known for its robust build, reliability, and modular design, the F3 was a staple for photojournalists and professional photographers throughout the 1980s and early 1990s.I am the original owner bought it new. Tested all the speeds with and without the motor all is working.Used personally not in a studio.I am a photographer

Nikon F3 35mm Film Camera

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