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Condition: Used

Seller Notes: “The shutter speed dial is stiff to rotate for setting speed as shown in the video. A self-timer ... “The shutter speed dial is stiff to rotate for setting speed as shown in the video. A self-timer lever is lost as shown in the last picture, but it works if a new lever is installed. * The price does not include import tax. (Please allow us not to undervalue the invoice amount.)* EU buyers: Import tax (for products from Japan) is much higher than that from EU countries. Please check the exact tax rate with your local tax bureau.”

Series: Nikon FM3A

Features: Auto Exposure, Built-In Light Meter

Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan

UPC: 0018208016679

Brand: Nikon

Type: SLR

Format: 35 mm

Focus Type: Manual

Color: Black

Model: FM3A

MPN: 225315

Item Weight: 20.16 Oz

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Product Information

The Nikon FM3A 35mm SLR Film Camera Body Only features a self-timer that allows delay between pressing the shutter release and the shutter's firing. Introduced in 2001, this camera uses a 35 mm cartridge film for clear output. This SLR film camera has a manual focus feature that allows you to adjust focus to get a clear shot. It functions on a 3V lithium battery.

Product Identifiers

Brand

Nikon

MPN

225315

UPC

0018208016679

Model

FM3A

eBay Product ID (ePID)

54943502

Product Key Features

Color

Black

Format

35 mm

Type

SLR

Focus Type

Manual

Dimensions

Depth

2.3in

Height

3.5in

Width

5.6in

Item Weight

20.16 Oz

Additional Product Features

Iso Range-Manual Setting

Iso 12-6400

Manual Shooting Modes

Fully Manual, Aperture Priority

Viewfinder Frame Coverage

93%

Light Metering Modes

Center Weighted

Iso Range-Automatic Setting

Iso 25-5000

Battery Type

1x3V Lithium Battery

Shutter SPEED

8 to 1/4000 Sec

Additional Features

Interchangeable Lenses, Auto Exposure, Self Timer

Film Type

35mm

Eye Relief

14mm

Frames Per Second

3.2fPS

Maximum Flash Sync SPEED

1/250 Sec

Lens Mount

Nikon F

Viewfinder Magnification

0.8X

Camera Type

SLR

Release Date

Q2, 2001

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by sanchezdaniel86
Nov 02, 2021Top favourable review
Hands down best SLR
Fully mechanical yet doesn't scimp out on any features. Has a light meter when you need it but if the battery dies you still have a fully operational camera. Pretty similar to the Nikon FM2/FM2n but with AE lock as well. Also of course has a metal shutter. Has the best features from the FM2 and FE combined. Literally the perfect SLR.
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by f2collector
Mar 08, 2009
Practically Best Mechanical SLR Camera in the World
As I know, in all around mechanical SRL cameras, FM3A is the best. It's compact, light weight, reliable, relatively (to mechanical cameras) quiet and low vibration shutter, large shutter speed range 1-1/4000S and up to 1/250 flash syn., TTL metering and flash control, aperature priority autoexposure and AE lock. The greatest selling point for this camera is that it can fully operate (no metering reading) without battery!! One of my favorite feature is the self-timer can be used as mirror lock-up at pre-shutter release to reduce vibration. In the view point of functional specifications, no other full mechanical shutter camera can beat or approach. Someone may argue that Nikon F2 has a better constructions. I agree that many cameras have more beautiful and tough constructions than FM3A. ... As I know, in all around mechanical SRL cameras, FM3A is the best. It's compact, light weight, reliable, relatively (to mechanical cameras) quiet and low vibration shutter, large shutter speed range 1-1/4000S and up to 1/250 flash syn., TTL metering and flash control, aperature priority autoexposure and AE lock. The greatest selling point for this camera is that it can fully operate (no metering reading) without battery!! One of my favorite feature is the self-timer can be used as mirror lock-up at pre-shutter release to reduce vibration. In the view point of functional specifications, no other full mechanical shutter camera can beat or approach. Someone may argue that Nikon F2 has a better constructions. I agree that many cameras have more beautiful and tough constructions than FM3A. However, in practical picture taking, FM3A is more convenient and easy to use. I have two F2s, they have not been used for few years after I have bought a FM3A. Now I think FM3A become a collectable as it has been discontinued. I have collected and played with many camera, including Sinar, Hassel, Leica M, Canon FD & EOS, Nikon AF, Voigtlander, etc.... If you ask me which camera would be kept if I can only have one, I will not hesitate to say "Nikon FM3A". Until now (March 2009), I have 3 BLACK FM3As, two for regularly use, and one (bland new) for collection. Recently I read a book "Nikon Camera Story" published in Chinese, in which the author confidently guessed with evidences that the origin of the FM3A's design was come from a prototype of developing Nikon F3 in 1977. The prototype was designed with full range combination of mechanical and electrical shutter. It is an amazing background of FM3A's development, but believable.
by 123.bbb456
Feb 28, 2009
Excellent for the learning beginner and film purist
It is important to note that my choice in a film SLR was based on my decision to learn photography from the ground up. To learn why certain apertures were recommended, and certain shutter speeds were not recommended in certain instances. I do not want a camera to make those decisions for me. I want the resultant image, good or bad to be mine, whether I am disappointed or proud of the result. In the large part, I am most proud of my photographic Images with the FM3a. I purchased my FM3a before travelling to Hawaii in January. I purchased it for the Aperture priority. I had been using Cosina Voigtlander Bessa R's prior to this and I wanted something which would give me all the independent creativity I wanted with an option to automate the films speed by setting the aperture and having ... It is important to note that my choice in a film SLR was based on my decision to learn photography from the ground up. To learn why certain apertures were recommended, and certain shutter speeds were not recommended in certain instances. I do not want a camera to make those decisions for me. I want the resultant image, good or bad to be mine, whether I am disappointed or proud of the result. In the large part, I am most proud of my photographic Images with the FM3a. I purchased my FM3a before travelling to Hawaii in January. I purchased it for the Aperture priority. I had been using Cosina Voigtlander Bessa R's prior to this and I wanted something which would give me all the independent creativity I wanted with an option to automate the films speed by setting the aperture and having the camera decide the film speed. I looked long and hard researching all websites and fora I could find. and it was unanimous that for a sturdy well built camera with the options I wanted, and over 29 years of producing AI and AIS lenses to fit the FM3a both manual and auto focuses, the FM3a received praise from all circles, and I have never been happier with a purchase in my live. It has delivered the most perfect photos I could have imagined. With or without the use of the Aperture Priority “A” feature, anyone who can read a camera manual can take great photos. I used on my trip a 28-105 Zoom which fulfilled my needs perfectly. I could not have imagined a better camera purchase for someone like me, who is withstanding the Digital urge with a fury. Other than the Nikon F3HP, the, FE, FE2, FE10, FM series and the FM10, I cannot recommend any other film SLR, with the FM3a being the best choice for the beginner and the film purist.
by QPQtbUNgQMG@Deleted
Jun 09, 2010
Nikon FM3A 35mm Film Camera
This is the best non-pro class 35mm camera one can buy to use with AI, AI-s, AF and AF-D Nikon lenses. It is also a small and light camera that can be carried all day without getting a hernia. Its predecessors - the FM, FM2 and FE2, are some of the best cameras Nikon ever made. But the FM3A has one enormous advantage over all prior models: it can be used at all shutter speeds with batteries in auto-exposure mode and without batteries in manual mode. As such, it is virtually an unstoppable camera body. It also has the ability to flip the mirror up when used with the self-timer, which gives it great flexibility for precision, high rez photography. At its typical prices, there is nothing else out there that approaches its flexibility, weight and ease of use. It's not a perfect camera: it ... This is the best non-pro class 35mm camera one can buy to use with AI, AI-s, AF and AF-D Nikon lenses. It is also a small and light camera that can be carried all day without getting a hernia. Its predecessors - the FM, FM2 and FE2, are some of the best cameras Nikon ever made. But the FM3A has one enormous advantage over all prior models: it can be used at all shutter speeds with batteries in auto-exposure mode and without batteries in manual mode. As such, it is virtually an unstoppable camera body. It also has the ability to flip the mirror up when used with the self-timer, which gives it great flexibility for precision, high rez photography. At its typical prices, there is nothing else out there that approaches its flexibility, weight and ease of use. It's not a perfect camera: it doesn't have multiple automation modes or multiple metering modes or a diopter adjustment. But it is as close as one can get without a much higher price and/or weight penalty.
by idleisland
May 01, 2011
What a Wonderful Little Camera!
I have the Nikon FE,FE2, and the FA. I am very impressed with the Nikon FM3a. Indeed it is the best of the FE/FA series. I could not make a comparison with the Nikon FM/FM2/FM2N since I do not own any of these. However, the FM3a has a manual override similar to the FM/FM2/FM2N series. That, plus a bright and pleasant view finder (do not have to shift from left to right to read the shutter speed and exposure respectively as in the FM/FM2/FM2N), I am inclined to think the FM3a rules over the earlier FM series of bodies. The feel of the film advance appears to be superior to the FE2 and FA. The rewind is also much smoother. The K3 screen is excellent. I could use Nikon 300mm/4.5 AIS EDIF lens, Nikon 80-200mm/4.5 AI, and Nikon 200mm/4 AIS lenses without the black-out semi-circle ... I have the Nikon FE,FE2, and the FA. I am very impressed with the Nikon FM3a. Indeed it is the best of the FE/FA series. I could not make a comparison with the Nikon FM/FM2/FM2N since I do not own any of these. However, the FM3a has a manual override similar to the FM/FM2/FM2N series. That, plus a bright and pleasant view finder (do not have to shift from left to right to read the shutter speed and exposure respectively as in the FM/FM2/FM2N), I am inclined to think the FM3a rules over the earlier FM series of bodies. The feel of the film advance appears to be superior to the FE2 and FA. The rewind is also much smoother. The K3 screen is excellent. I could use Nikon 300mm/4.5 AIS EDIF lens, Nikon 80-200mm/4.5 AI, and Nikon 200mm/4 AIS lenses without the black-out semi-circle common when using a low-speed telephoto or a zoom. The instruction booklet says the K3 focus screen could also be used in the FE2. I have not tried that. It works very well with the Nikon SB23 and SB27 speedlights in TTL mode - two speedlights I own. The final good feature is that I could start shooting when I load the film, and not have to advance the frame to 1. As such, I was able to get 38 exposures from a roll of 36 exposure slide film (Fuji Provia). The DX feature is a plus. It is unfortunate Nikon does not make this camera any longer. Who knows, perhaps there might be a special edition to commemorate an anniversary? Why wait? It may never come. For a photographer who appreciates the fine art of controlling light, the Nikon FM3a is a must.

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