Nikon F4S

The Nikon F4S is a single lens reflex camera. It was introduced in the late 1980s and was the most popular F4 version. The battery grip with portrait mode shutter release (designated MB-21) was shipped with this camera, and it can hold a total of six AA batteries or rechargeable batteries. The continuous shooting speed increases to 5.7 frames per second.

The lenses of the Nikon F4S can be exchanged. It features a Nikon F lens mount. The Nikon F bayonet was first introduced in the 1950s. Over the years, the connection has been revised time and again. In addition to Nikon, lenses are also made by Sigma, Tokina, Tamron and others. Caution is advised, however, as not all lenses can be used with all cameras. The 35mm camera is equipped with an autofocus.

The camera has a built-in light meter. It is designed for an ISO range of 6 to 6400. The camera reads the DX code of the film cartridge and adjusts the exposure meter accordingly. The correct exposure is measured through the lens of the SLR camera. The exposure is set automatically by the camera. The desired f-stop number as well as the shutter speed can be set by the user.

The camera has a bulb setting. A external flash can be connected via the PC flash port or Hot Shoe. The Nikon F4S has a self-timer and tripod thread.

At a weight of 1280 grams the size of the Nikon F4S is 16,8 x 13,8 x 7,6 cm. The power supply comes from six AA batteries (eBay / Amazon*).

Films for the Nikon F4S

The Nikon F4S needs 35mm film. These films are still being produced and the development is offered by most photo labs. Possible films for the Nikon F4S are the Kodak Portra 400* for color shots and the Ilford FP4 Plus* for b/w photos.