Nikon F3HP with Nikon Nikkor 25-50mm F4 Ai-S

Nikon F3HP

• Camera Type: 35mm Professional SLR Film Camera
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Lens: Nikon NIKKOR 25-50mm f/4 AI-S
• Lens Mount: Nikon F Mount (AI-S)
• Focus Type: Manual Focus
• Viewfinder: High-Eyepoint (HP) Interchangeable Pentaprism Viewfinder, Approx. 100% Frame Coverage, 0.75× Magnification
• Shutter Type: Electronically Controlled Vertical-Travel Titanium Focal-Plane Shutter
• Shutter Speed Range: 8 sec – 1/2000 sec, Bulb, Mechanical Backup at 1/80 sec (M90)
• ISO Range: Depends on Film Used
• Metering: TTL Center-Weighted Metering (80% emphasis within 12 mm circle)
• Exposure Modes: Aperture Priority AE, Manual
• Flash Sync Speed: 1/80 sec
• Flash: External Flash via Hot Shoe or PC Sync Terminal
• Power Source: 2 × LR44/SR44 Button Batteries
• Film Advance: Manual Lever Advance
• Weight: Approx. 760 g (Body with HP Finder)
• Dimensions: 149 × 97 × 66 mm

Lens

• Lens Type: Wide-angle Zoom Lens
• Focal Length: 25–50mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/4
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Mount: Nikon F Mount (AI-S)
• Format Coverage: 35mm Full Frame
• Autofocus: —
• Image Stabilization: —
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.6 m
• Maximum Magnification: 0.13×
• Optical Construction: 15 elements in 11 groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 7
• Filter Size: 72 mm
• Focus Type: Manual Focus
• Weight: Approx. 730 g
• Dimensions: Ø78.5 × 88.5 mm

Description

The Nikon F3HP is one of Nikon's most iconic professional 35mm SLR cameras. Introduced in 1980 and designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, it became a standard tool for professional photographers thanks to its exceptional reliability, modular design, and electronically controlled shutter. The HP (High-Eyepoint) finder allows the entire frame to be viewed comfortably, even while wearing glasses, making it one of the most desirable versions of the F3.

Its electronically controlled titanium shutter offers precise exposure control, while the camera also includes a mechanical backup speed of 1/80 second for operation without battery power. Aperture-priority auto exposure and center-weighted TTL metering provide a straightforward yet highly dependable shooting experience. Built to withstand demanding professional use, the F3HP remains a favorite for reportage, documentary, travel, and fine art photography.

The included Nikon NIKKOR 25-50mm f/4 AI-S is a professional manual-focus wide-angle zoom lens covering focal lengths from an ultra-wide 25mm to a standard 50mm. Its optical design delivers excellent sharpness, high micro-contrast, natural color rendition, low distortion, and well-controlled chromatic aberration. The constant f/4 maximum aperture and robust all-metal construction make it a dependable lens for landscapes, architecture, interiors, documentary work, and environmental portraiture.

The Nikon F3HP paired with the NIKKOR 25-50mm f/4 AI-S is a classic professional film photography combination. Combining one of Nikon's most respected mechanical-electronic SLR bodies with a high-quality wide-angle zoom, this kit remains highly sought after by photographers and collectors who appreciate precision engineering, exceptional durability, and timeless optical performance.