Nikon FA Repair Manual

Specifications and Main Features

  • Type of camera: Electronically controlled single-lens reflex camera with 35mm film size
  • Applicable films: Any film with 35mm dimension
  • Picture size: 24mm x 36 mm
  • Standard lenses: AI-S Nikkor 50mm F1.2, 50mm F1.4, 50mm F1.8
  • Mount available to the lens: Mount Bayonet Nikon
  • Maximum lens aperture index: AI-S and AI Nikkor installation have an automatic feature
  • Shawtter: The shutter is electromagnetically controlled vertical moving with metal curtain and Titanium curtains
  • Shawtter speeds: From 1/4000 to 1 sec strobe speed in the P and A auto exposure, from 1/4000 to 1 sec in S and M repeatedly 13 times causing mechanically continuous two exposures at M 250 and at B setting
  • Exposure settings:: 3*r modes: P (programmed), S (shutter-priority), A (aperture-priority); M (manual) a fourth mode is adding
  • P : Temperature is kept at a specified level and the camera automatically moves to high speed to shutter a picture and lens opening
  • S mode: Shutter speed selected while the ideal aperture is automatically set for correct exposure
  • A mode: Sets optimal aperture to obtain necessary exposure then adjusts shutter speed accordingly
  • M mode: Setting an aperture and shutter speed is a task done manually.
  • Viewfinder: Fixed eyepiece type and eye level pentaprism with approximately ninety-three percent coverage of the frame.
  • Locator magnification: 정도

0.80x with 50mm lens: infinity

  • Focusing screen: Interchangeable matte fresnel with split image rangefinder spots and microprism collar (Type K-2 from bare Nikon Type K).
  • Film-advance lever: Single stroke; 165° full angle spanning the entire device.
  • Exposure meter: For subjects or shutter control for Focusing Mode other than M mode instant stop- down measurement exists. Automatic Multi-Pattern Metering.
  • Metering range: About LV1 - LV20 for ASA/ISO 100 at F1.
  • Film speed range: ASA/ISO with range of 12 and up to 4000.
  • Exposure compensation: +2 over -2EV
  • Flash synchronization: Synchronization with electric flash apparatus should be done at a quarter of a second or lower.
  • Self-timer: 8 to 14 seconds of exposure delay mechanical type which is cancellable after setting.
  • Battery type: Two 1.55V silver-oxide batteries one 3V lithium battery or 2 alkaline- manganese batteries.
  • Dimensions: The machine dimensions are 142.5mm in width, 92mm in height and 64.5mm in depth.
  • Weight: About 625g without lens attached to the camera.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What kind of film can I get from the Nikon FA?

A1: Nikon FA can use 35mm film.

Q2: How long easily can this camera’s shutter speed be set with?

A2: Minimum shutter speed level could go to 1 4000 seconds for this camera and its control.

Q3: Can AI lenses be used in the given camera?

A3: Yes it is possible and supported to use AI-S Nikkor and AI lenses with and on the Nikon FA camera.

Q4: What are the exposure options available on the Nikon FA camera?

A4: There are four exposure modes on the Nikon FA camera: Programmed (P), Shutter-Priority (S), Aperture-Priority (A) and a Manual (M) mode.

Q5: Describe how the exposure compensation feature works?

A5: With exposure compensation the user can specify a range between -2 to +2 EV.

Q6: What batteries can be used with Nikon FA?

A6: Nikon FA requires the use of two 1.55V silver-oxide batteries in addition to one 3V lithium or two alkaline-manganese batteries.

Q7: Is a self-timer available on the camera?

A7: This camera comes equipped with a mechanical self-timer which can be adjusted to a duration between 8 and 14 seconds.

Q8: What is the weight of Nikon FA without lens?

A8: The Nikon FA camera's weight is 625g excluding the weight of a lens.

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