NIKON F3

• Released 1980
• Seller @qualitecamera
• Made in Tokyo, Japan
• 35mm SLR
• Vintage Refurbished
• Tested
• Battery + Film + 50mm lens included
• 2 lbs.
• Camera may not be exact unit pictured
• Refer to the return policy page for questions regarding returns

The Nikon F3, released in 1980, was a groundbreaking professional 35mm SLR camera renowned for its robust build, high performance, and the integration of modern electronics, including aperture-priority auto-exposure. Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, it featured a sleek, ergonomic design, marking Nikon’s shift toward contemporary aesthetics. The F3’s durability and versatility made it a favorite among photojournalists and professionals.

In 1980, the world saw major events, such as the eruption of Mount St. Helens, the U.S. boycott of the Moscow Summer Olympics in protest of the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, and the election of Ronald Reagan as U.S. President. This year also marked the tragic assassination of John Lennon, reflecting the tumultuous and transformative times captured by photographers using tools like the Nikon F3.