The Nikkormat FTN is a 35mm camera. It belongs to the group of reflex cameras. This model was introduced in 1967 as successor of the Nikkormat FT by Nikon.
Essentially, the camera is based on the same housing as the FT, but has a center-weighted exposure meter instead of the full frame average meter, a shutter speed indicator in the viewfinder, and a simplified process for mounting the lens.
The lenses of the Nikkormat FTN can be easily interchanged. For this purpose the camera is equipped with a Nikon F lens mount. The bayonet was first introduced in the 1950s. Unlike other camera brand, the bayonet was not discontinued with the introduction of an autofocus.
Other makers of compatible lenses include Sigma, Tokina, Tamron and Samyang. Not all modern lenses can be used with the old film cameras. It is necessary to focus the lens manually on the desired subject.
In the Nikkormat FTN an exposure meter is built in. It can be used for films in an ISO range of 12 to 1600. The SLR camera determines the correct exposure when it measures through the lens (TTL). The aperture and shutter speed can be freely set by the photographer.
The 35mm camera has a bulb mode. The shutter stays open as long as desired. An external flash unit can be connected to the PC flash socket. The Nikkormat FTN comes with a self-timer. There is also a connector for a cable release and a thread for a tripod.
The camera has a weight of 765 grams. The dimensions are 14,8 x 9,5 x 5,4 cm. The camera needs one 1,3V mercury battery.
Films for the Nikkormat FTN
The Nikkormat FTN was built for the 35mm format. 35mm films are still produced by different manufacturers. One option for b/w images is the Ilford XP2 Super*. A possible film for color pictures is the Agfaphoto Vista 200*.
The colour film is a colour negative film and must be developed in the C-41 process. This development process is available at almost every photo lab.
The exposure area of the Nikkormat FTN has a size of 24 mm x 36 mm. The film must be winded manually by the photographer.
Nikomat FTN
This model could be purchased in Japan under the name Nikomat FTN.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Single lens reflex camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens mount | Nikon F lens mount |
| Focus | Manual |
| Viewfinder | Pentaprism finder |
| Exposure times | 1/1000 second to 1 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | CdS light meter |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 12 to 1600 |
| Exposure modes | Manual mode |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | PC-Flash |
| Flash sync speed | 1/125 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 1x 1.3 V mercury battery |
| Size | 14,8 x 9,5 x 5,4 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.83 x 3.74 x 2.13 inches |
| Weight | 765 Grams |
| Names in other markets | Japan: Nikomat FTN |
| Estimated value / Used price | 142,76 Euro 232,68210,64139,491109,34122,9423930,221669,55153,96 Estimate based on used prices of 91 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of 13.5.2024 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 131,86 Euro (141.79 US-Dollar) |