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Product Information

The Nikon FM3A 35mm SLR Film Camera Body Only features a self-timer that allows delay between pressing the shutter release and the shutter's firing. Introduced in 2001, this camera uses a 35 mm cartridge film for clear output. This SLR film camera has a manual focus feature that allows you to adjust focus to get a clear shot. It functions on a 3V lithium battery.

Product Identifiers

BrandNikon

MPN225315

UPC0018208016679

ModelFM3A

eBay Product ID (ePID)54943502

Product Key Features

ColorBlack

Format35 mm

TypeSLR

Focus TypeManual

Dimensions

Depth2.3in

Height3.5in

Width5.6in

Item Weight20.16 Oz

Additional Product Features

Iso Range-Manual SettingIso 12-6400

Manual Shooting ModesFully Manual, Aperture Priority

Viewfinder Frame Coverage93%

Light Metering ModesCenter Weighted

Iso Range-Automatic SettingIso 25-5000

Shutter Speed8 to 1/4000 Sec

Battery Type1x3V Lithium Battery

Additional FeaturesInterchangeable Lenses, Auto Exposure, Self Timer

Film Type35mm

Maximum Flash Sync Speed1/250 Sec

Eye Relief14mm

Frames Per Second3.2fPS

Lens MountNikon F

Viewfinder Magnification0.8X

Camera TypeSLR

Release DateQ2, 2001

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4.9

37 product ratings

34 users rated this 5 out of 5 stars
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Good image quality

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by sanchezdaniel86
02 Nov, 2021
Hands down best SLR
Fully mechanical yet doesn't scimp out on any features. Has a light meter when you need it but if the battery dies you still have a fully operational camera. Pretty similar to the Nikon FM2/FM2n but with AE lock as well. Also of course has a metal shutter. Has the best features from the FM2 and FE combined. Literally the perfect SLR.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by ginmonca.gmxgvjszj
06 Jan, 2025
Great shape! Classic Camera.
Sorry for the delay in my response. I got the flue and it got me out of action for a few days. Yesterday I could finally grab the camera. I have not been able to fully test it. But everything seems to be working, specially the light meter which I it seems to be working fine, and kind of surprise by how responsive it is. The full test will come once I take the first set of picture, which I hope to do next week. Thanks!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by dent555
01 Apr, 2016
Enjoying this camera
I am happy with the purchase. Camera works as advertised. It is easy to drain the battery if you are not careful with turning the meter "off." The exposure adapter, whatever it is called, is useful. The existing metering is a little light creating underexposed film. I have been using the adapter at +1.5 to get correct exposure. Fun to shoot with film.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by 1196pete
16 Nov, 2022
Superb camera
Reputedly the best (and last) manual film camera from Nikon. The model sent me from Japan looks like it has never been used.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by fer599fxx
12 Dec, 2017
Very sturdy reliable camera
I was looking for a manual camara with auto-exposure feature. These manual cameras are built to last. Really enjoy it.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by fa.lamkw_4
14 Sep, 2017
FM3a? Or FE3m?
The camera inherits every aspects from FE2 but not FM2. 😃 It is a wonderful camera, grab one if you still enjoy shooting film.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by kefau-5
21 Jan, 2023
My favorite 35mm camera’s
The Nikon FM3A is by far the best 35mm camera I have ever used. The light meter is very accurate and the possibility of an 4K shutter makes it possible to shot with an open aperture og heigh ISO in bright daylight. It’s also a light and well built camera
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by lovelyb_4
17 May, 2022
Stunning!!!
I can only tell you about the physical attributes of my Nikon FM3 A right now because I haven’t had the chance to use it yet. Without a doubt the images will be beautiful. It is perfect!!! The camera has no dust at all, like new. The meter works, no scratches either. I’m excited to give it a go this coming weekend. This will be the camera in my bag all the time.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by communicardo999
16 Nov, 2021
Great mechanical/electronic camera
It’s my favorite film camera, one that works whether you have batteries installed or not. Very light, yet tough and reliable. Had mine for 10 years and nothing’s ever gone wrong. Just bought another as a spare because there’s just no other alternative!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by tommyontime
27 Dec, 2021
Looks great!
I haven’t had time to really use this yet or get any film developed through it but so far so good! It looks great and seems to work just fine. So far it is as promised!!!
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned