Nikon Nikomat FTN 35mm Film Camera Body, Black

The Nikon Nikomat FTN (known as the Nikkormat FTN outside Japan) is an updated classic 35mm film SLR camera celebrated for its tank-like durability, all-metal construction, and refined center-weighted exposure metering. Built by Nippon Kogaku (Nikon) as a rugged, mechanical companion to the professional Nikon F system, the FTN introduced the famous semi-automatic “Nikon Shuffle” lens coupling procedure for easy indexing of maximum lens apertures. Featuring a fully mechanical Copal Square metal shutter that operates without batteries at all speeds, it accepts non-AI and AI Nikkor lenses, making it an iconic favorite for analog photography enthusiasts and vintage gear collectors.

Key Features and Specifications

* Nikon F Mount: Fully compatible with classic non-AI, AI, and AI-S manual-focus Nikkor lenses using the traditional “rabbit ear” meter coupling system (features semi-automatic maximum aperture indexing).
* Center-Weighted TTL Light Meter: Upgraded 60/40 center-weighted CdS exposure metering with top-plate and viewfinder match-needle indicators.
* Mechanical Metal Shutter: Copal Square vertical-travel shutter with speeds from 1 second to 1/1000 sec. plus Bulb (B), operating completely mechanically without battery power.
* Shutter Speed Control Ring: Ergonomic shutter speed selection ring positioned around the lens mount throat for rapid adjustments while looking through the viewfinder.
* Practical Operational Features: Includes mirror lock-up lever, 1/125 sec. flash sync speed, depth-of-field preview lever, and self-timer mechanism.
* All-Metal Construction: Extremely durable die-cast chassis finished in classic black enamel.

Condition and Included Accessories

* Included Accessories: Camera body only (body cap and battery are NOT included).
* Physical and Operational Condition: Tested and mechanically functional; shutter fires across all speeds and film advance operates smoothly. Light meter functionality is untested. The internal light seals and mirror dampening foam show heavy degradation/wear and will require replacement for optimal film loading performance. Exterior shows normal light cosmetic wear consistent with age.