Used Nikon FM2n + Tokina 35-70mm f3.5-4.5 35mm SLR
Condition & contents
| Grading | Good, showing normal signs of use for camera of this age, this nikon has just been fully serviced, including new seals, calibration of meter and shutter and fully tested, Lens in good working order. |
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| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 6 month warranty |
| Includes | As Seen |
At a glance: Nikon FM2n + Tokina 35-70mm - iconic all-mechanical 35mm SLR, battery-independent shutter.
About this lens
The Nikon FM2N is Nikon's iconic all-mechanical manual-focus 35mm SLR - no batteries required to operate the shutter, 1/4000s top speed, 1/250s flash sync. Bundled with a Tokina 35-70mm f/3.5-4.5 zoom. One of the most celebrated film SLRs ever made.
Build & handling
| Type | 35mm all-mechanical manual-focus SLR |
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| Film format | 35mm (135) |
| Shutter | All-mechanical titanium, 1/4000 to 1s + Bulb (battery-independent) |
| Metering | Centre-weighted TTL (requires 2x LR44 battery) |
| Flash sync | 1/250s |
| Weight (body) | 540g |
| Kit lens | Tokina 35-70mm f/3.5-4.5 (AI-mount) |
Works with
- Accepts Nikon F-mount AI/AI-S lenses (manual focus)
- AF lenses mount but operate manually (no AF coupling)
- Uses 35mm (135) film
- Shutter works without batteries; meter requires 2x LR44
Best for
A legendary Nikon film SLR - fully mechanical shutter means the camera keeps working even without batteries (meter needs batteries but shutter operates regardless). Built to last decades of heavy use; often the choice for photojournalists working in extreme environments. AI-S lens compatibility. An enduring favourite for film enthusiasts.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the FM2n so celebrated?
All-mechanical reliability - will operate for decades with minimal maintenance, the shutter works without batteries, and the 1/4000s top speed was class-leading at release. A photojournalist favourite for its indestructible character.