Nikon / 1982 / SLR
Nikon FM2
A compact, fully mechanical SLR that made professional-style durability approachable.
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Overview / 概要
Why Nikon FM2 matters.
The FM2 remains a reference for simple, repairable, high-speed 35mm camera design.
Design & context
Its compact black or chrome shell, vertical control layout, and uncluttered meter display make the camera easy to read at a glance.
Buying today
Check the shutter timing and meter accuracy, then spend the budget on a good Nikkor lens rather than cosmetic perfection.
Key specifications / 仕様
The details.
- Released
- 1982
- Production
- 1982–2001
- Brand
- Nikon
- Brand country
- Japan
- Format
- Film
- Film / sensor
- 35mm
- Camera type
- SLR
- Lens / mount
- Nikon F mount
- Shutter range
- 1s–1/4000s
- ISO range
- 12–6400
- Autofocus
- Manual focus
- Viewfinder
- Fixed pentaprism
- Weight
- 540g
- Battery
- Two SR44 / LR44 cells for meter
Still to verify for this record: Manufacturing country · Made in Japan flag · Flash · Dimensions · Weather sealing · Original MSRP.
Notable features
- Mechanical shutter
- 1/4000s top speed
- Flash sync at 1/200s
Known issues
- Condition varies significantly on the used market.
Source record
Every field should be traceable; open a source to check the evidence boundary.
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Nikon FM2 reference record
Wikipedia · Reference index
Supports: model identity, release era, format, and commonly documented specifications. Accessed 2026-08-12.
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Nikon archive / product context
Nikon · Brand archive / context
Supports: brand history, product context, and source ownership trail. Accessed 2026-08-12.