Name: Nikon F3HP SLR Film Camera Body w/DE-3 High Eyepoint Prism
Brand: Nikon
SKU: UNK-02-6300-4 1677888
Price: 478.67 USD
Availability: InStock

Displays noticeable wear including visible dings and scratches. Fully operational and includes all items shown in the listing photos. Glass elements may have slight imperfections not affecting image quality. The actual item for sale is pictured unless specifically noted otherwise. The condition rating applies to the core item and not any accessories.

Nikon F3HP 35mm SLR body with DE-3 High Eyepoint Prism—legendary manual controls, reliable performance, and classic film photography. Shop now.

The Nikon F3HP is a professional-grade SLR film camera body renowned for its durability, precision, and compatibility with a wide range of Nikon F-mount lenses. Designed for photographers seeking a reliable and versatile film camera, the F3HP features a high eyepoint viewfinder for comfortable use with glasses, a robust metal body, and advanced exposure controls.

Allows for easy viewing of the entire frame even while wearing glasses, enhancing user comfort.

High Eyepoint Viewfinder

Constructed with a robust metal chassis, ensuring reliability and longevity in various shooting conditions.

Durable Metal Body

Provides photographers with creative control over exposure settings.

Manual and Aperture Priority Modes

Supports a wide range of Nikon F-mount lenses, offering versatility in lens selection.

Nikon F-Mount Compatibility

The Nikon F3HP is a **35mm** SLR film camera from Nikon's professional F-series, produced during the **1980–1989** era and built around the industry-standard **Nikon F mount**. Its manual focus operation places full creative control in the shooter's hands, pairing naturally with the camera's **focal plane shutter** for precise exposure execution. The F3HP accepts an impressive range of lenses — **standard, wide-angle, telephoto, zoom, specialty, and interchangeable** designs — along with both **brand-specific Nikon** and **third-party** F-mount glass, making it one of the more versatile vintage SLR platforms available today. Flash compatibility is handled through a **hot shoe** and a **PC sync port**, covering both on-camera flash and studio strobe setups. The body weighs **760g**, lending it a solid, confidence-inspiring presence. Whether you're shooting street photography, portraiture, or experimental film work, the F3HP's broad lens ecosystem and dual flash connectivity make it a capable and adaptable platform for serious film photographers.

The HP designation means the viewfinder provides a larger eye relief distance, making it easier to see the full frame for photographers who wear glasses.

High-Eyepoint Viewfinder

Compatible with an enormous range of Nikon F-mount lenses spanning standard, wide-angle, telephoto, zoom, and specialty optics, as well as third-party options.

Nikon F Mount

Durable titanium shutter blades offer a speed range from 8 seconds to 1/2000s plus Bulb mode for precise exposure control across a wide range of conditions.

Titanium Focal Plane Shutter

The F3 supports aperture-priority auto exposure, letting photographers set the aperture while the camera meters the correct shutter speed.

Aperture-Priority AE

A PC sync port allows use of studio strobes and off-camera triggers without additional adapters.

PC Sync Port

Accepts standard 35mm film cartridges, giving access to a wide variety of readily available color, black-and-white, and slide film stocks.

35mm Film Format

Fully manual focus places complete creative control in the photographer's hands, well-suited to deliberate, considered shooting on film.

Manual Focus Operation

Weighing 760g with a robust metal construction, the F3HP has a solid, substantive feel that reflects its professional-tier heritage.

Professional-Grade Build

User Manual

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Notes:
New Light Seals Have Been Installed.Moderate cosmetic wear throughout. Light debris within viewfinder. Missing the Motor Drive Coupling Cover.

The Nikon F3HP SLR Film Camera Body with DE-3 High Eyepoint Prism is a classic choice for photographers who appreciate dependable mechanical design and a tactile film shooting experience. This good condition camera body is ideal for collectors, film enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a robust 35mm platform with a proven reputation for performance. Key Features<ul><li>Classic 35mm SLR Design: A legendary film camera body built for traditional manual photography.</li><li>DE-3 High Eyepoint Prism: Improves viewfinder comfort and makes framing easier for eyeglass wearers.</li><li>Interchangeable System Body: Compatible with a range of Nikon F-mount lenses and accessories.</li><li>Reliable Build: Known for its durable construction and dependable feel in the hand.</li><li>Film Photography Appeal: A rewarding body for photographers who want the look and process of shooting on film.</li><li>Professional Heritage: A respected model from Nikon's long-running SLR lineup.</li><li>Manual Shooting Experience: Offers a hands-on approach that encourages thoughtful composition.</li></ul> If you're looking for a trusted film body with timeless character, this Nikon F3HP is a strong addition to any camera bag or collection.
 
Condition Notes
New Light Seals Have Been Installed.Moderate cosmetic wear throughout. Light debris within viewfinder. Missing the Motor Drive Coupling Cover.

Continental U.S.

Nikon F3HP SLR Film Camera Body w/DE-3 High Eyepoint Prism

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