Nikon F3 35mm SLR Camera w/ MD-4 Motor Drive & Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 AI Lens – Used – Excellent Plus

The Nikon F3 is widely regarded as one of the finest professional 35mm film cameras ever produced. Introduced in 1980 and styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro, the F3 served as Nikon's flagship professional camera and remains a favourite among photographers who appreciate rugged construction, intuitive controls, and dependable performance.

This example includes the desirable MD-4 Motor Drive and a Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 AI lens, creating a complete and ready-to-shoot Nikon professional system.

Included

Nikon F3 35mm SLR Camera Body
Nikon MD-4 Motor Drive
Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 AI Lens
Front Lens Cap

Key Features

Aperture-priority automatic exposure
Manual exposure control
LED meter display in viewfinder
Aperture direct readout in viewfinder
Titanium shutter with speeds from 8 seconds to 1/2000 second
Mechanical backup shutter speed
Interchangeable finder system
MD-4 Motor Drive compatibility
Nikon F-Mount lens compatibility

Condition

Used – Excellent Plus

This camera has been tested and verified to be in good working order. The meter is functioning correctly, the LED display is bright and responsive, and shutter operation appears accurate throughout the speed range. The MD-4 Motor Drive operates properly and advances film as expected.

Cosmetically, the camera presents very well with clean leatherette and strong paint finish throughout most of the body. There are a few scratches on the bottom plate from normal use and some paint bubbling along the lower edge of the film door, and on the back of the motor drive. These cosmetic imperfections do not affect operation.

The Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 AI lens is clean and in good working condition with smooth focus and responsive aperture operation.

Shop Notes

The Nikon F3 remains one of the most respected professional film cameras ever produced. Durable, reliable, and exceptionally well designed, it continues to be a favourite among photographers looking for a professional-grade 35mm film camera that is equally at home in a collection or out in the field.

A complete F3 kit with a working MD-4 Motor Drive is becoming increasingly difficult to find, particularly in this condition.