w/Cap【Mint】Nikon FM Silver 35mm SLR Film Camera Body *Meter Not Working* #E0325

• Shutter fires at all speeds
• Film advance lever works properly
• The built-in light meter does NOT work (please use a handheld meter or the Sunny 16 rule)

• No fungus
• No haze or fog
• No scratches

• Brand: Nikon
• Model: FM
• Camera Type: 35mm Manual Focus SLR Film Camera
• Color: Silver
• Film Format: 35mm (135) film
• Lens Mount: Nikon F (Ai)
• Compatible Lenses: Nikon Ai, Ai-s, Series E and Ai-modified lenses; most Ai-type F-mount lenses
• Focus Type: Manual Focus
• Exposure Modes: Manual
• Metering System: TTL center-weighted (60/40), full-aperture metering with LED (+ o -) display
• Shutter Type: Mechanical vertical-travel metal focal-plane shutter
• Shutter Speeds: 1 - 1/1000 sec, B
• Flash Sync Speed: 1/125 sec
• Viewfinder Type: Fixed eye-level pentaprism
• Viewfinder Coverage: Approx. 93%
• Viewfinder Magnification: Approx. 0.86x (with 50mm lens at infinity)
• Viewfinder Information: Shutter speed, aperture (ADR window), LED exposure indicators
• Multiple Exposure: Yes (multiple exposure lever)
• Film Advance: Manual lever; optional MD-11 / MD-12 motor drive
• Film Rewind: Manual crank
• Self Timer: Yes (mechanical)
• Battery Requirement: 2 × SR44 / LR44 or 1 × CR1/3N (for meter only)
• Weight (Approx.): 590 g (body only)
• Release Year: 1977
• Made in: Japan

The Nikon FM is a legendary fully mechanical 35mm SLR introduced in 1977. Compact, rugged, and reliable, it became one of Nikon's most successful cameras and is still regarded today as one of the best mechanical film SLRs ever made.

Its mechanical shutter operates at all speeds from 1 sec to 1/1000 sec and B without requiring a battery. The battery powers only the light meter, which means the camera keeps working even when the battery is exhausted or in cold conditions, a major reason it is trusted by travelers and professionals.

The FM uses a vertical-travel metal focal-plane shutter with flash sync up to 1/125 sec, a high speed for its time that is useful for daylight fill flash. A multiple exposure lever allows creative double exposures.

The viewfinder is bright and clear, showing the shutter speed and the aperture via Nikon's ADR window. Exposure guidance, when the meter is in use, is provided by simple + o - LEDs, making manual exposure straightforward.

Built with a solid metal body, the FM is compact yet feels substantial and confident in the hand. The silver finish gives it a classic, timeless look that remains popular with film enthusiasts.

The camera accepts the vast range of Nikon Ai and Ai-s NIKKOR lenses, as well as Series E lenses, making it easy to build a versatile kit from wide-angle to telephoto. The optional MD-11 or MD-12 motor drives offer motorized film advance.

Because it is fully mechanical, the FM is also an excellent camera for those who prefer to use a handheld light meter or the Sunny 16 rule. It is a simple, honest tool that encourages thoughtful photography.

Whether you are a beginner learning manual exposure or an experienced shooter seeking a durable mechanical Nikon body, the FM is a classic that continues to deliver.