Nikon FM | SLR Film Camera | Excellent

Brand: Nikon

Condition: Used

Name: Nikon FM

Type: 35mm – Manual Focus Single Lens Reflex Film Camera

Type of Film: 35mm Film

CPB Body Code: ASH1

Shutter: Mechanical vertical-travel metal shutter, 1 sec – 1/1000 sec + Bulb

Metering: TTL Center-Weighted Metering - WORKING

Battery: 2 × LR44 Batteries

Lens Mount: Nikon F Mount

Condition: Excellent

The Nikon FM (ASH1) has been inspected, repaired, and tested by CPB Darkroom and is in excellent working condition. The camera functions mechanically as intended, with all buttons, dials, shutter speeds, and film transport mechanisms operating correctly. The built-in TTL light meter has been tested and provides accurate exposure readings, ensuring reliable performance for everyday shooting.

The viewfinder has a faint line that remains visible during composition. It is only a minor cosmetic imperfection and does not significantly affect the shooting experience or the resulting photographs.

Cosmetically, the camera body is in excellent condition, showing only minor signs of wear consistent with careful use. The images shown depict the exact camera you will receive.

Introduced in 1977, the Nikon FM is one of Nikon's most respected fully mechanical SLRs, renowned for its rugged all-metal construction, reliability, and precision engineering. The camera features a fully mechanical shutter that operates independently of batteries, requiring power only for the built-in light meter. Its bright viewfinder, intuitive controls, and compatibility with Nikon's extensive F-mount lens system make it an excellent choice for both photographers learning manual exposure and experienced users seeking a dependable mechanical film camera.

This camera uses standard 35mm (135) film, producing images in the 24 × 36 mm format.

SLR cameras sold by CPB Darkroom are inspected for shutter accuracy, metering response, film transport reliability, and overall mechanical functionality. Any cosmetic or functional notes are clearly described and reflected in the condition grade.