The Nikon F70 is an SLR camera for 35mm film made by the Japanese company Nikon. It was built in the 1990s. In the USA, the F70 was sold as the Nikon N70.
The Nikon F70 has autofocus with two modes, single and continuous autofocus. Manual focus by hand is of course also possible. Nikon’s F bayonet is used for the interchangeable lenses.
When it comes to exposure, the photographer can choose between program, aperture and shutter priority, manual mode or one of the eight scene modes. Exposure times go from 14000 s to 30 s in thirds and a Bulb mode, and the aperture depends on the lens used.
It is possible to use films with ISO 6 to ISO 6400, but DX-encoded films are only recognized in a range from ISO 25 to ISO 5000. The film is automatically transported further.
A flash can be connected to the F70 via hot shoe, but the SLR also has a built-in flash, and a tripod to the thread on the bottom of the camera.
35mm film is required for shooting with the SLR. You can you black and white films and color films for it. Power comes from two CR123A batteries (eBay / Amazon*).
Films for the Nikon F70
According to the manual, the Nikon F70 is designed for 35mm format. These films are still being manufactured and can be specified by almost any developing vendor.
Available photo films for the SLR camera, which can be obtained straightforwardly from online retailers, are the Kodak Ultramax 400* for enchanting color shots and the Ilford FP4 Plus* for brilliant B&W shots. According to various reviews, they are well suited for everyday shooting and produce solid results. A state number of other producers also produce films for this format.
The exposure area of the 35mm photo camera is 24 mm x 36 mm. A conventional film roll has room for about 36 pictures.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Single lens reflex camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Automatic |
| Film transport mechanism | Motor |
| Picture format | 24 x 36 mm |
| Lens mount | Nikon F lens mount |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Exposure times | 1/4000 second to 30 seconds, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic, Aperture priority, Shutter priority, Manual mode |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Power supply | 2x CR123A batteries |
| Names in other markets | USA: Nikon N70 |
| Estimated value / Used price | 72,61 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 96 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of May 18, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 67,89 Euro (72.52 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 76,58 Euro (82.26 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 76,40 Euro (82.26 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Nikon F70
What kind of film does this camera use?
The Nikon F70 uses 35mm film, also known as 135 film. It's a standard film size, so finding it shouldn't be a problem. The camera automatically advances the film after each shot.
How do I focus the lens?
This Nikon camera has autofocus with two modes: single and continuous. You can also manually focus the lens if you prefer more control over the sharpness.
Can I use a flash with it?
Yes, the Nikon F70 has a hot shoe for external flashes. It even has a built-in flash for convenience when you don't want to carry an extra flash.
What kind of shooting modes does the camera offer?
The camera offers a variety of shooting modes. You can select from program, aperture-priority, shutter-priority, manual mode, or one of eight scene modes to suit your needs.
What's the battery type for the SLR?
The Nikon F70 runs on two CR123A batteries. These are readily available and relatively inexpensive. Make sure to have fresh batteries when you are using the camera.