The Nikon F3 was Nikon's professional flagship from 1980 to 2001, the longest production run of any Nikon professional body. Aperture-priority auto exposure, interchangeable viewfinders, mechanical 1/60 s backup shutter, motor-drive compatible, and the entire pre-AI/AI/AIS lens ecosystem behind it.
Working F3 bodies in 2026 sit at EUR 250-450 depending on cosmetics and viewfinder type.
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The HP (High Eyepoint) and standard finders both work well; HP is more comfortable with glasses. Avoid bodies with damaged LCD viewfinder displays - replacements are scarce.
Check the AE meter responds to light changes; the electronics are reliable but not eternal. Foam seals around the back door should be replaced if degraded.