The Nikon TW Zoom 35-80 is a 35mm camera. It was introduced in the early 1990s. The model was also called Nikon Zoom Touch 500s.
The 35mm camera comes with a fixed zoom lens. The focal length range is 35 mm to 80 mm. The largest aperture is f/3.5 (35mm) and f/7.8 (80 mm). The lens is focused by a built-in autofocus system. The minimum distance to the subject is 71 cm.
The camera has an exposure meter. It is designed for films from ISO 64 to ISO 1600. The Nikon TW Zoom 35-80 determines the correct film speed via the DX code of the film cartridge. The aperture and exposure time are set automatically by the 35mm camera.
In low light conditions the built-in flash can be used. The power ranges up to 12.5 metres at ISO 100. 35mm photo camera has a self-timer. There is also a thread for a tripod.
The camera weighs 370 grams according to the operating instructions and measures 13.6 x 7.3 x 5.7 cm. A DL223 battery (eBay / Amazon*) is responsible for the power supply. One battery is sufficient for about thirty rolls of film with 24 frames.
Nikon TW Zoom 35-80 QD
The Quartz Date model was offered under this model name. This model has the possibility of imprinting the date of recording. It is slightly heavier (10 grams) and slightly lower. For the clock inside, a CR2025 battery (eBay / Amazon*) is needed.
Films for the Nikon TW Zoom 35-80
For which film format is the Nikon TW Zoom 35-80 designed? The camera needs films for the 35mm format. 35mm films are still produced by different producers. Two great films for the 35mm camera are the Agfaphoto Vista 200* and the Ilford Delta 400*. Both can be used to create beautiful colour or black and white images.
The colour film is processed in the C-41 process. This is offered by almost every photo lab. The black and white film must be processed in a black and white developer.
The exposure range of the Nikon TW Zoom 35-80 is 24 mm x 36 mm. The film transport is automatic and is 0.6 frames per second. The rewinding of the film into the cartridge is also motorized.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Snapshot camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Automatic |
| Film transport mechanism | Motor |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 35 mm - 80 mm |
| Biggest aperture | f/3.5 |
| Minimum focus distance | 71 cm / 2.3288 ft |
| Zoom function | Yes |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 64 to 1600 |
| Auto DX | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Manual exposure settings | No |
| Date imprinting | Model variant |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash range | 12,5 Meter |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 1x DL223 battery |
| Size | 13,6 x 7,3 x 5,7 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.35 x 2.87 x 2.24 inches |
| Weight | 370 Grams |
| Names in other markets | International: Nikon Zoom Touch 500s |
| Estimated value / Used price | 55,18 Euro 89,9481,4253,92428,7947,529249,58645,3259,51 Estimate based on used prices of 29 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of 13.5.2024 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 54,55 Euro (58.45 US-Dollar) |