Older Nikon Camera

Hello to all
Just curious. I have a few selected pieces of older Nikon equipment and was
wondering if there is any value to it these days, since the advent of the
digital age.
They belonged to my dad, and I got them about twenty five years ago,
and remember taking a few rolls of film with them and then nothing. I guess
the camera and lenses were puchased new around 1970. I am not sure but I
remember the camera being called an f box or something like that.
They are an Nikon 35 mm camera, with aleather case and with some lenses.
If I remember the built in light meter is not functioning.
If there is a value, I will gladly pull them out from a box in the
basement, and relate anything on them, such a model, serial numbers, and
digital photos of them if allowed on this n.g.

Much regards

"J.Lef" wrote in message
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Hello to all
Just curious. I have a few selected pieces of older Nikon equipment and
was wondering if there is any value to it these days, since the advent of
the digital age.
They belonged to my dad, and I got them about twenty five years ago,
and remember taking a few rolls of film with them and then nothing. I
guess the camera and lenses were puchased new around 1970. I am not sure
but I remember the camera being called an f box or something like that.
They are an Nikon 35 mm camera, with aleather case and with some
lenses.
If I remember the built in light meter is not functioning.
If there is a value, I will gladly pull them out from a box in the
basement, and relate anything on them, such a model, serial numbers, and
digital photos of them if allowed on this n.g.

Film cameras generally don't have much value now days...especially one with
a defective light meter (which is quite common). Check eBay for completed
auctions.

J.Lef wrote:
Hello to all
Just curious. I have a few selected pieces of older Nikon equipment and was
wondering if there is any value to it these days, since the advent of the
digital age.
They belonged to my dad, and I got them about twenty five years ago,
and remember taking a few rolls of film with them and then nothing. I guess
the camera and lenses were puchased new around 1970. I am not sure but I
remember the camera being called an f box or something like that.
They are an Nikon 35 mm camera, with aleather case and with some lenses.
If I remember the built in light meter is not functioning.
If there is a value, I will gladly pull them out from a box in the
basement, and relate anything on them, such a model, serial numbers, and
digital photos of them if allowed on this n.g.

The lenses may have some use for Nikon shooters. The bodies less so,
esp. if not functioning (may just need a battery?).

For a start, list the lenses, (manuf. focal length [min-max],
aperture[max-min]).

eg: Nikkor 50mm f/1.8
Sigma 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 for Nikon mount.

You can't post photos here, but you can post links to a page with the
photos of the gear.

You can also get an idea of the value by simply checking for same on ebay.


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On Sun, 21 Dec 2008 16:51:23 GMT, "J.Lef" wrote:

If there is a value, I will gladly pull them out from a box in the
basement, and relate anything on them, such a model, serial numbers, and
digital photos of them if allowed on this n.g.

There's an active market for older Nikon manual focus gear, but it
depends on the model and condition. The same is true for lenses. In
fact, the dollar prices of nice manual focus Nikkors have gone up over
the last few months -- whether this is due to the release of the D700
or general weakness in the dollar I can't say.

I use my Nikon FA every 2-3 months. I also use a 75-150mm f/3.5 and a
35mm f/2.8 PC with some regularity on my modern cameras.

Now, the bad news. If the gear has been "hiding in a closet" for
a couple of decades or more, it may have developed some condition
problems. For example, the batteries may have corroded, or the
lenses may have been ruined by fungus. Both of these are more likely
in a humid climate.

Good luck, and I hope your treasure trove is intact.

--
Mike Benveniste -- (Clarification Required)
Cogito eggo sum -- I'm thinking toaster waffles for breakfast.

J.Lef wrote:
Hello to all
Just curious. I have a few selected pieces of older Nikon equipment and was
wondering if there is any value to it these days, since the advent of the
digital age.
They belonged to my dad, and I got them about twenty five years ago,
and remember taking a few rolls of film with them and then nothing. I guess
the camera and lenses were puchased new around 1970.

Given the date (pre-1977-79), those are 'pre-Ai' or 'non-Ai' lenses and
won't mount on (many) new cameras. I believe they will actually mount on
the D40 & D60 but can damage other models without modification. They are
still probably worth $30 each or something, maybe more. Here's a good
reference with lots of photos of the lenses:
http://www.mir.com.my/rb/photography...kor/index1.htm
-although it's tough to navigate, try searching like this:
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q...e%3Amir.com.my

I am not sure but I
remember the camera being called an f box or something like that.
They are an Nikon 35 mm camera, with aleather case and with some lenses.
If I remember the built in light meter is not functioning.

Some old cameras get problems with the foam bumper for the mirror
turning to goo or crumbling. If it's in good clean condition not beat up
it might be worth something.

If there is a value, I will gladly pull them out from a box in the
basement, and relate anything on them, such a model, serial numbers, and
digital photos of them if allowed on this n.g.

I'm curious about the lenses. Serial number is not usually needed, all
the other numbers & names are relevant. For those lenses it's usually
three pieces of information:

f=5cm
focal length; newer ones will say say 50mm

1:3.5
f-stop/max-aperture, expressed today as f/3.5, smaller numbers are
better like 1:2 or 1:1.4

NIKKOR-S
-S, -O, -H... refers to the number of glass elements, OCTA, HEXA, etc.

Then it'll say [Nikon] or [Nippon Kogaku Japan], and probably Auto, and
the serial number. Sometimes the colored number series on the side of
aperture ring go up to 16 or 22 depending on the model and the smallest
number such as 1.4 is the same as the 1:1.4 on the front.

If any have holes in the rabbit ear prongs at the base, that's a newer &
more useful Ai version.

--
Paul Furman
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"J.Lef" wrote in message
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Hello to all
Just curious. I have a few selected pieces of older Nikon equipment and
was wondering if there is any value to it these days, since the advent of
the digital age.
They belonged to my dad, and I got them about twenty five years ago,
and remember taking a few rolls of film with them and then nothing. I
guess the camera and lenses were puchased new around 1970. I am not sure
but I remember the camera being called an f box or something like that.
They are an Nikon 35 mm camera, with aleather case and with some
lenses.
If I remember the built in light meter is not functioning.
If there is a value, I will gladly pull them out from a box in the
basement, and relate anything on them, such a model, serial numbers, and
digital photos of them if allowed on this n.g.

Much regards

Try KEH to check up on the value of your lenses......
https://www.keh.com/OnLineStore/Prod...&GBC=&GCC=&KW=

"Bill Graham" wrote in message
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"J.Lef" wrote in message
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Hello to all
Just curious. I have a few selected pieces of older Nikon equipment and
was wondering if there is any value to it these days, since the advent of
the digital age.
They belonged to my dad, and I got them about twenty five years ago,
and remember taking a few rolls of film with them and then nothing. I
guess the camera and lenses were puchased new around 1970. I am not sure
but I remember the camera being called an f box or something like that.
They are an Nikon 35 mm camera, with aleather case and with some
lenses.
If I remember the built in light meter is not functioning.
If there is a value, I will gladly pull them out from a box in
the basement, and relate anything on them, such a model, serial numbers,
and digital photos of them if allowed on this n.g.

Much regards

Try KEH to check up on the value of your lenses......
https://www.keh.com/OnLineStore/Prod...&GBC=&GCC=&KW=
Apparently my link doesn't work.....Just go to www.keh.com and ask for Nikon
lenses.......

Bill Graham wrote:

Try KEH to check up on the value of your lenses......

Just remember that KEH sells every lens as being optically perfect with
no scratches on the glass, fungus, and the diaphragms and focusing are
in good working order. They also include a 2 week return privledge
and a 90 day warranty.

Considering that it costs at least $100 to have someone CLA (clean, lube,
adjust) a camera if you have to pay "retail" for the work, in many cases,
the return privledge and warranty are worth more than the item.

For example, if the original Nikon F was stored in an airtight container,
and has no moisture, fungus, corrosion, or other damage, the felt light
seals have probably disintegrated, the grease has hardened and so on.

A good CLA would bring it back to life, but it is unlikely that anyone
will pay you near KEH's price for it without the work.

If it needs real parts and real work, it may simply be not worth fixing,
except for sentimental reasons.

BTW, for some strange reason, cameras and lenses sold with a time-honored
"Caveat Emptor" warranty on eBay, sometimes go for 20% MORE than KEH sells
them.

I think people are either ignorant of KEH, or are put off by their realistic
grading system, while things sold on eBay are often overstated.

Geoff.
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Geoffrey S. Mendelson, Jerusalem, Israel N3OWJ/4X1GM

"Geoffrey S. Mendelson" wrote in message
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Bill Graham wrote:

Try KEH to check up on the value of your lenses......

Just remember that KEH sells every lens as being optically perfect with
no scratches on the glass, fungus, and the diaphragms and focusing are
in good working order. They also include a 2 week return privledge
and a 90 day warranty.

Considering that it costs at least $100 to have someone CLA (clean, lube,
adjust) a camera if you have to pay "retail" for the work, in many cases,
the return privledge and warranty are worth more than the item.

For example, if the original Nikon F was stored in an airtight container,
and has no moisture, fungus, corrosion, or other damage, the felt light
seals have probably disintegrated, the grease has hardened and so on.

A good CLA would bring it back to life, but it is unlikely that anyone
will pay you near KEH's price for it without the work.

If it needs real parts and real work, it may simply be not worth fixing,
except for sentimental reasons.

BTW, for some strange reason, cameras and lenses sold with a time-honored
"Caveat Emptor" warranty on eBay, sometimes go for 20% MORE than KEH sells
them.

I think people are either ignorant of KEH, or are put off by their
realistic
grading system, while things sold on eBay are often overstated.

Geoff.

Yes. Virtually all of my Nikkors have been purchased through KEH, and most
of them were their "bargain" grade. They have all given me great service,
and some of them looked (to me) as if they were brand new. For my money, KEH
is the best used camera store there is. Certainly it is the best on line
store I have found for used photographic equipment.

Thanks to everyone for all the information. The prices have
really gone down to almost nothing. I always thought they would grow in
value, but then the digital age came in. I found one box so far, and here
is whats in it, and not sue what one thing is.

A Nikon black camera that has in the front of body, on the
silver portion, a large letter F outlined, with lower down in black a
solid Nikon. ( I know its a 35mm)

It is in a two piece case, thats brown leather marked Nikon,
with a crushed red velvet interior. The camera stays in the lower portion
protected, and the bulbous top piece snapps off. It has a strap. (It all
appears to be leather)

Still attached is a lens with cover, that says Lens made in
Japan.
It has lots of number markings on the outside, and the front part of the
inside describes the lens as a " Zoom-NIKKOR Auto 1:3.5
f=43mm(tilda)f=86 Nippon Kogaku
Japan No. 456144

There appears to be film in it also, as the counter is on 4.

Also a small square brown package that says Nikon Focusing Screen Type F
Made in Japan. And inside the cardboard box, is a square black frame with a
square lens inside, protected by a form fitting thick spongelike protection.
I have no idea what this is used for.

Also another lens(or something) thats in a cylindrical type case, with a
zipper half way down. It appears to be black, but I am not sure if its
leather. The make on top of case says KIRON
Inside is something I am not sure what it is, it looks like a double
sided lens.
It has two protective lens caps on either side. Everything is black metal.
It says on it. KIRON MC7 2X TELECONVERTER FOR N/A1 JAPAN

Also found a gift I received maybee ten or more years ago, but
only once used.
It looks like a 35mm point and shoot camera by LEICA.
Its a rectangle, grey colored, a bit larger then todays
digital camers. It has a Red Ball on fron with the Leica name in script in
a gold color. It is raised, not painted.
The camera is called the Leica mini, and says near the
lens Leica Elmar
1:3.5/35 manufactured in Japan, with a serial number.
I remember using it for a roll or two, but I had a fuji
which I was very satisfied with. Oh year, the Leica has a soft leather or
leatherette carying case.

Well thats box number one Sorry if I wrote too much. Any
feedback apprecited.
Much regards