The Nikon F2 Photomic AS is a single lens reflex camera. It was manufactured between 1977 and 1980 by Nikon. The model for professional photographers was sold with the DP-12 viewfinder.
The lens of the Nikon F2 Photomic AS is interchangeable. It features a Nikon F lens mount. Often the camera comes with the Nikkor 50 mm f/1.4. Nikon introduced the first camera with an F-bayonet in the 1950s. Later on, the upgrade to use an autofocus followed.
Over 400 lenses were manufactured under the Nikkor name. Not all current camera lenses can be used with the old cameras. The Nikon F2 Photomic AS does not have an autofocus system. The lens is focused manually.
Photography is made easier by the built-in exposure meter. It is designed for an ISO range of 12 to 6400. The correct exposure is measured through the lens. The aperture and shutter speed can be selected by the photographer as desired.
The 35mm camera has a bulb mode. The use of an external flash unit is possible via the PC flash socket. The Nikon F2 Photomic AS can be triggered by a self-timer or an additional cable release. A thread for a tripod is available.
At a weight of 840 grams the size of the Nikon F2 Photomic AS is 15,2 x 10,2 x 6,4 cm. The power supply is provided by two LR44 batteries (eBay / Amazon*).
Films for the Nikon F2 Photomic AS
The Nikon F2 Photomic AS is a 35mm camera and needs 35mm film. 35mm films are still produced today and are quite easy to get. Possible films for the Nikon F2 Photomic AS are the Kodak Ultramax 400* for color shots and the Kodak T-Max 400* for b/w photos.
The color negative film is developed in the C-41 development process. The C-41 process is offered by almost all photo labs.
The exposure area of the Nikon F2 Photomic AS is 24 mm x 36 mm big. The film in the camera must be winded manually, as there is no automatic film transport.
Nowadays you can buy the model only in used condition. The price for a used copy depends on the condition. As it was a top model of that time, the price is still quite high today.
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 | 1/2000 second to 10 seconds, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | CdS light meter |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 12 to 6400 |
| Exposure modes | Manual mode |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | PC-Flash |
| Flash sync speed | 1/80 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 2x LR44 batteries |
| Size | 15,2 x 10,2 x 6,4 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.98 x 4.02 x 2.52 inches |
| Weight | 840 Grams |
| End of production | 1980 |
| Production duration | 3 years |
| Estimated value / Used price | 481,56 Euro 784,88710,53470,543742,05414,7180721,765631,75519,35 Estimate based on used prices of 14 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of 13.5.2024 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 446,60 Euro (482.75 US-Dollar) |