{"product_id":"nikon-f3-with-dw-4","title":"Nikon F3 35mm SLR Film Camera Body with DW-4 6x Magnifying Finder Tested","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  body {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    color: #222;\n    max-width: 800px;\n    margin: 20px auto;\n    padding: 0 20px;\n  }\n  h1 {\n    font-size: 1.5rem;\n    border-bottom: 2px solid #333;\n    padding-bottom: 4px;\n    margin-top: 24px;\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  h2 {\n    font-size: 1.2rem;\n    margin-top: 18px;\n    margin-bottom: 8px;\n  }\n  p {\n    margin-bottom: 12px;\n  }\n  ul {\n    margin-top: 4px;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n    padding-left: 20px;\n  }\n  li {\n    margin-bottom: 4px;\n  }\n  hr {\n    border: none;\n    border-top: 1px solid #ccc;\n    margin: 24px 0;\n  }\n  .valuation-list {\n    list-style-type: square;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nikon F3 is a legendary professional 35mm SLR film camera body featuring an electronically controlled, horizontal-travel titanium focal-plane shutter and aperture-priority auto exposure. This particular unit comes equipped with the specialized Nikon DW-4 6x High-Magnification Finder, providing a right-side-up, unreversed image with 6x magnification across the entire frame—ideal for macro, astro, and precision critical focusing photography. Features include the classic Giorgetto Giugiaro body styling with red accent stripe, manual shutter speeds from 8s to 1\/2000s plus Bulb, mechanical backup release lever (1\/60s), depth-of-field preview, and exposure lock. Serial number 1604406. Made in Japan. Complete with front body cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically in very good pre-owned condition showing light handling marks, minor surface scuffs, and subtle edge brassing on the top plate and finder housing. Shutter fires smoothly across all speeds, and shutter speeds and light meter vary appropriately. DW-4 6x magnifying finder glass is clear with smooth dioptre adjustment ring. Film advance lever cocks cleanly, counter advances, and film transport mechanism functions correctly. Internal titanium shutter curtains are clean and undamaged. Battery compartment is corrosion-free. Serial number 1604406. Fully tested and operational.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNikon F3 35mm SLR Camera Body in Black (Serial No. 1604406)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNikon DW-4 6x High-Magnification Finder Attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront Body Cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional-grade modular 35mm SLR chassis designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNikon DW-4 6x High-Magnification Finder for critical macro and precision focus work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuartz-controlled horizontal-travel titanium foil focal-plane shutter (1\/2000s top speed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAperture-priority automatic exposure with exposure compensation and AE lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical shutter release backup (1\/60s) for operation without battery power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter-weighted TTL light metering system (80\/20 preference ratio)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNikon F bayonet mount compatible with AI, AI-s, and converted Nikkor lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst introduced in 1980, the Nikon F3 remained in continuous production for over two decades, cementing its status as the benchmark professional 35mm SLR workhorse. Outfitted with the uncommon DW-4 6x magnifying finder—designed specifically for waist-level macro and scientific copy work—this setup offers a high-precision viewing experience that appeals to both specialized macro photographers and vintage Nikon system collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeywords\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNikon F3, Nikon F3 DW-4, Nikon F3 Body, Vintage 35mm SLR, Professional Film Camera, DW4 6x Finder, Nikon Macro Finder, Tested Nikon F3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56211643466070,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP4042_5adead60-cb56-4dc8-853d-c28824062aa3.jpg?v=1793013701","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/nikon-f3-with-dw-4","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}