The Nikon F Photomic T is a single lens reflex camera. The 35mm camera was produced by Nikon. The model was introduced in the mid 1960s and is based on the original Nikon F. The difference is the viewfinder with light meter.
The lens of the Nikon F Photomic T is exchangeable. This is possible trough the Nikon F lens mount. Often you will find the 35mm camera with the Nikkor Auto 50 mm f/1.4 lens. This lens connector was first introduced in 1959. Since then it is the standard at Nikon and was not discontinued with the introduction of an autofocus.
In the course of 60 years, over 400 different lenses were manufactured under the Nikkor label. But not all modern camera lenses can be used with the old film cameras. It is necessary to focus the lens manually on the desired subject.
The 35mm camera has a built-in light meter in the viewfinder. It is suitable for films with ISO 20 bis ISO 6400. The SLR camera determines the correct exposure when it measures through the lens (TTL). The aperture and exposure time can be freely adjusted according to the photographers wishes.
The 35mm camera has a bulb mode. In this mode, the shutter will open as long as the shutter release button is pressed. An external flash unit can be connected to the PC flash socket. The Nikon F Photomic T has a built-in self-timer. It also comes with a thread for a cable release and tripod.
The camera weighs 810 grams and the dimensions are 14,7 x 10,6 x 10,4 cm. The camera needs two 1,3V mercury batteries.
Films for the Nikon F Photomic T
Which films are required for the Nikon F Photomic T? The camera is designed for 35mm films. This type of film is still being produced and can be processed by most photo laboratories without any problems. Possible films for the Nikon F Photomic T are the Agfaphoto Vista 200* for color images and the Kodak T-Max 100* for black and white shots.
The colour film is a colour negative film and must be developed in the C-41 process. This is offered by almost every photo lab.
The negatives of Nikon F Photomic T have a size of 24 mm x 36 mm. At this size, a film (135-36) will usually fit at least 36 photos. The film in the camera must be winded manually by the photographer.
The model is no longer produced. The cost for buying camera depends on the condition and the accessories.
