Type of camera: 35mm single-lens reflex (SLR) Flash synchronization: Built-in ISO-type hot-shoe; threaded sync cord terminal provided for off-camera or multi-flash photography; syn- Picture format: 24 × 36mm [standard 35mm (135) format] chronization with electronic flash units at speeds up to Lens mount: Nikon bayonet mount; meter coupling lever provided; 1/250 sec. meter coupling lever release button not provided Ready-light: LED provided; visible inside viewfinder; lights up when Lenses: More than 80 current Nikkor lenses* SB-28/28DX, SB-27, SB-22s, SB-16B or SB-29 Speedlight Unit used is fully charged; blinks to warn that Shutter: Vertical-travel, metal, focal plane, mechanical shutter the shutter speed set is beyond the electronic flash’s with aluminum alloy curtains sync range
Shutter release: Mechanical; center-threaded shutter release button Exposure metering: Through-the-lens center-weighted full aperture exposure accepts AR-3 Cable measuring system using a pair of SPDs (silicon photodi- Release; button locked when film advance lever is flush odes) and metering monolithic IC circuit with camera body Metering range: EV 1 to 18 at ISO 100 and with f/1.4 lens (i.e., from 1 Shutter speed settings: 1/4000 sec. – 1 sec., B (Bulb), 14 discreet settings in all sec. at f/1.4 to 1/4000 sec. at f/8)
Film advance lever: Single-stroke type; 30° stand-off angle and 135° wind- Film sensitivity range: ISO 12 to 6400 ing angle Power source: Choice of one 3V CR-1/3N lithium battery, two 1.55V Self-timer: Set/cancel mechanical type provided; approx. 10 - sec. SR44 silver-oxide batteries, or two 1.5V LR44 alkaline shutter release delay batteries; optional Anti-Cold Battery Holder DB-2 accepting two 1.5V LR6 (AA-type alkaline), 1.2V KR-AA Viewfinder: Eye-level pentaprism type; 0.86× magnification with (AA-type NiCd) or 1.5V R6 (AA-type manganese) batter- 50mm lens set at infinity; finder coverage approx. 93% ies available of picture field Exposure meter switch: Light pressure on shutter release button switches meter Viewfinder display: Shutter speed, ADR (aperture direct readout) f/number on; meter stays on for approx. 30 sec. after finger leaves in use, and five different LED exposure displays using +, button, then automatically switches off; meter automati- o and – signs cally turned off when shutter speed dial is set at B Focusing screen: Split-image microprism type (TypeK2) provided as stan- Battery power checker: LED exposure display inside viewfinder lights up when dard; matte type (B2) and matte with horizontal and ver- exposure meter is switched on if there is sufficient power tical line etchings (E2) also available (i.e., shutter speed dial is set anywhere except B) Reflex mirror: Automatic quick-return type incorporating special control Camera back: Pops open when the film rewind knob is pulled up as gear and wheel-and-brake mechanism for reduced the camera back lock is pushed; detachable and inter- vibration and noise; non-lockable type changeable with Data Back MF-16; memo holder pro- Depth-of-field preview lever: Provided vided
Motor drive coupling: Electrical contact and coupler built-in for operation with Body finish: Chrome and black available Motor Drive MD-12; the MD-12 is operable when film Dimensions (W × H × D): Approx. 142.5 × 90 × 60mm or 5.6 × 3.5 × 2.4 in. advance lever is flush with camera body Weight (without batteries): Approx. 540g or 19 oz. Multiple exposure lever: Provided; disengages frame counter for correct count *The Reflex-Nikkor 1000mm f/11 may not be usable — depending on the year Frame counter: Additive type (S..1–36); automatically resets to S when of manufacture. For confirmation or modification, please check with a Nikon camera back is opened authorized dealer or service center in your country. IX-Nikkor and G-type Nikkor Film rewind: By crank provided after film rewind button is pressed lenses cannot be used.
Accessory shoe: Provided; standard ISO type; ready-light contact provided
