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When the Nikon FMs were introduced, I bought two of them, but I kept both of my Nikkormat Ft2s. The FMs are long gone, but I still have the Nikkormats and both are still working perfectly. This is an excellent video on a great camera.
Probably the best camera video presentation I've seen. Confident dialogue and no relentless twirling the camera around or dwelling too long.
Thank you for the great comment ✨
A modest correction: It was Nikkormat in the USA to help the US distributor discriminate against grey-market imports, a common practice at the time; it is Nikomat for sales outside the US. I bought my Nikomat FT-2 in Japan in 1976 and still have it. It remains my only non-electronic Nikon for the day the batteries fail.
It was Nikomat in Japan only. Nikkormat in Europe as well.
My brother in law has a 'Nikomat' FT2 which he swears by and was responsible for me getting into the Nikon system when I was shopping for my first 35 mm film SLR way back in late 1970's. The Nikkormat FT3 was my choice until the FM came out and I purchased an FM. However I've always liked the look, feel, and mechanical solidarity of the Nikkormats. My brother-in-law's camera is labeled as 'Nikomat' which as I understand he purchased it as a gray-market import, thus the 'Nikomat' moniker.
I'm still awake! Very comprehensive and enjoyable video (and not too long).
The camera is in great condition.
Hahaha. Thanks. And yes, it's near mint this one.
totally agree
This camera series is amazing from FT to FT3, I don't think it is a lite version of Nikon F or F2, It is even stronger than the F or F2, simple and stable. Although I own a F and F2, but the best photographs I made, almost all from my FTN and FT2.
Thank you very much! I purchased an old Nikkormat FT-2 and your video is very helpful!
Nice video, and I stayed awake :) I always enjoy videos of ancient film cameras, for they will far outlast the digital ones. Long Live Film! Thanks for posting.
Hahaha. Thanks for watching, and for not falling asleep :)
It was a trade mark issue with Zeiss Ikon that had a Ikomat which was too similar to Nikomat, so the non Asian continent ones became Nikkormat after the Nikkor Lenses. I think the name Nikon had also ruffled some feathers with Zeiss Ikon with the similarity between Ikon and Nikon in the early years.
I own a ft-3 and i am impressed with the way things just still work perfectly. My favorite befor my f3
Those things were built to last, unlike nowadays. These Nikons are particularly solid too.
Having an ASA lock is a definite plus for this former Nikkormat FTN user. Even more interesting is the FT3, which finally did away with the "Nikkormat Twist." Before FT2, I'd moved on to Nikon FM, since that model had a Motor Drive available! I didn't have enough scratch for Ye Olde Nikon MD-12 until I bought a Nikon FM2, then I too, could be as noisy as Nikon F users, clank-whizzing along sine the 1960s'.:
I bought a Nikomat FT-2 in japan in 1976. I used it for several years until I moved to an FM, FE-2, and later autofocus models. I still have it in mint shape. For old times sake, last year picked up a mint FT-3 with original 50mm 2.0 (AI) lens. I haven't used it yet, but will have it CLA'd, then take a trip in the Way-Back machine. I think you tend to find FT-2 and FT-3, in minty shape because (1) they are built like tanks, and (2) folks who bought them only used them for a year or two before moving to the new-style, light weight FM/FE series. Most have been in the sock drawer of decades.
You're the best, man, thanks
Great video of a beautiful camera...
Thanks Lex :)
very well explanation, thank you. Now i know how to change the ASA dial from this video
Love this channel
amazing review and explanations!! thank you!
You're welcome
Still have my Ftn bought s/h in 1982 but wish it had the modern battery as per the FT2 otherwise as your comments. I prefer the plain centre focus dot to the split one.
Muy profesional este análisis. El estilo es muy liviano, el hecho de que fuese hecho en escala de grises lo hace diferente.Realmente esas cámaras junto con la F| y F2 forman parte de la leyenda Nikon. Esos lentes 55 mm 1.2 son inigualables.
I love mine!
Really enjoyed that, thanks.
Thank you.
Great presentation!
With that voice, you should be on the Radio!!!
Thanks!!!
Good job bro. Fresh edit.
Thank you for watching and the nice words.
PS: Your channel sounds very interesting and useful. Just sub'd and will be watching some of your videos today :)
Nice relaxed and informative style, I have a FT3 it's built like a tank
Thanks Peter. Yes, very strong and sturdy.
Question.... The FT3 is not pre AI compatible. It will mount a lens but not meter properly.
Love mine...also my FTN... :D
The only drawback I find in these "old age" Nikon cams is the non-standard cable release thread ... I own both an F3 and an F2 AS, I love'em but I can't find a cable or adapter for the F2, which is particularly suitable for night or low light shots... Very nice Nikomat you have there!
What you are looking for is a "Nikon Nipple" threaded cable release.
good stuff brother !!!
Thanks
I loved mine, maybe even more than the F2
Less complicated than the F2 and a little prettier :)
Enjoy to see this review, and must say, love the music ;)
Thanks :)
I shot a few times a nik(k)ormat and own an F and F2, but yup, it's true it's a "light" version of the F version, though.. still as strong as an F.
I have an all black Nikkormat ft2 with a 50mm f1.4 ai s-c lens.
I also have a 105mm f2. 5 ai lens.
I can also use my 24mm 2.8 afd lens on this camera too.
Nikon have great backwards and forwards compatibility.
Thanks for the great video! Keep it up.
I am looking forward to buy one for me thanks to your video..
Thanks for watching. It's a great camera. Heavy, but good quality.
Heavy??!! Try a F4S,F5 or any DSLR! Heavy is GooD, Inertia reduces shake from Mirror slap etc.! Add a SpeedLight & some fast glass,and the difference is insignificant!
William Power I'm getting back pain just thinking of all that :)
Style points!
:)
Spasibo
I tried sleeping before this video...massive fail!!! :P At least you kept me awake!!! And that "word" you spoke at the end of the video is the sound I make when I'm underwater!!! :) :P Might invest in one of these as a "2nd-2nd" camera, Or, is that a "2nd-2nd-2nd-2nd...." camera!!! :)
I have a similar camera: Nikkormat FTN. VERY robust as you say.
Yes the FTN is another one. Strong camera.
Great video! I have two S lenses similar to yours and am looking to switch from digital to film. Would an f3 be less work as far as switching lenses goes? And also what is the latest model that will meter and focus well with that type of lens?
OK this is for those who read your comment and wonder.
F3 requires AI lenses to meter at full aperture. For non-AI lenses without any modification, you can only meter "stop-down" that is as you turn the aperture ring the viewfinder gets darker with smaller apertures. And you also have to press a release button close to the lens mount white dot and flip a lever out of the way of the aperture pin bracket on the older lenses.
When the pre-AI lens is mounted you also have to press the depth of field button to meter correctly at the given aperture. Of course if you only shoot at max aperture (largest opening),
this is not necessary.
Video on this here:
czcams.com/video/NL9FUwWMRrg/video.html
So F3 is pretty cumbersome to use with non-AI or older unmodified Nikkors.
Love the Nikkormat (I have two) but be careful about mounting a soft shutter release on one.
Mine caught on somthing and it ripped the entire shutter release mechanism out of the top of the camera.
OMG. That's a bit worrying. I would have thought these Nikkormats were a bit tougher built than that.
Those still look impressive.
They do.
Thanks for the quick reply,I note that you have made some videos about Russian cameras, but none about the Zorki. The Zorki 5 might be a good contender,only made for one year 1958-9 the last of the bottom opening cameras, before the side opening Zorki 6,.Classic ,stylish and robust, a camera that makes you smile,and want to pick it up
Yeah that sounds really cool. I'm sure I'll find one of those around soon and give it a go. Cheers.
I bought a Nikkormat FT2 body when I still had my Nikon FTn. Unfortunately, the Nikon mercury batteries went away. Fortunately the Nikkormat uses modern batteries. I do prefer the Nikkormat since it has a higher flash sync speed and don't have to remove the back to change film. I never needed the pro features that the Nikon F used.
You're right.. after all the dust settles, you really only need the aperture setting, shutter speed and sensitivity. Hats of to Nikon for lens compatibility.
Dear Ade,
Canny review:) Think I will stick with my Canon eos 5/100Fn 4 my SLR needs-auto everything is much easier:)
Keep up the good work:)
Thanks Marcus :)
Come on, we all need some exercise. You can factor manual rewind in ;)
I agree with the exercise bit(swimming & walking). But my major problem is that due to my sight impairment, I have difficulty threasing the film tongue/leader into the take-up spool thingy:( Hence the auto everything cameras are so much more easier/accessible to use:)
Love the video! It was very interesting. What would you recommend for one who is looking to buy her first film camera? I own a Nikon D5200 with the 35mm 1.8g lens and I want to master composition and film is a good way to do that. My budget is $200 with the lens. I'm looking at the Nikon EM 50mm pancake lens, Nikon EM 24/28mm lens, or a Nikon FM2 with 28-70mm. The prices range from $140-160. I would be glad to hear your suggestions. Thank you.
Hi Charlene, thanks for watching.
Actually, unless you're determined to get a film camera, I'd say you already have the 'perfect' kit to master composition. I know what you mean though, film kind of 'forces' you to be more careful and thoughtful because each shot is costing money :) For me, I'd say my composition comes from drawing (and reading) a LOT of comics for many years. So, if you're into that, it helps in a funny way. It helps with telling a story within a rectangle, if you know what I mean. The other thing is art books, both photography and paintings. It helps to see where the 'masters' put subjects and why they look great. And finally, classic cinema films. So if you watch something like The Matrix, or Ben Hur, when the frame is still and nobody's moving, check out how everything is carefully placed. They spent a LOT of time thinking the composition through.
Ok, now about film gear. Well, I would recommend either the 50mm lens, because on a film body, it will look similar to the 35mm you're already using on the digital body. 24/28 may seem too wide at first. Also I don't really recommend a zoom, because you're after simplicity really, and personally I think zooms make you a little lazy at times. It does for me anyway :) Besides, you want to fully master that 50mm length first.
To be honest, all the Nikon cameras are so good that you can't go wrong with any. Just make sure it is in good condition. Nikon EM is perfect, but has no full manual control - but since you're after composition, I guess you don't have to worry about exposure settings and all that.
Hope that helps.
Thanks for the tips. I like watching Digitalrev Tv on youTube and i keep looking at their photos. Hope that helps. I will hold out on getting a film camera yet, bec. My family and i will travel to Japan for the holidays. Hope to get a bargain there, just something serviceable, not mint really. yup I'm looking to get a 50mm with the film camera, will see what i can get there. Otherwise i can buy it from the repair shop- its all working and the owner is kind enough to let u test out a roll. I've looked at online sellers here, but I'm cautious bec. I don't want to get screwed bec. I don't really know what to check.
The Nikkormat FT2 is as beautiful and solid as they come but realize that it also means that it is heavy. The FT2 body is 880g vs.460g for the very plastic EM. Personally, I'll take the FT2 over the EM any day but if weight is a factor, you may want to take that difference into consideration.
PLEASE tell me you went for the FM2 ...
can you do a video on how to put the film in the camera. i have the same camera but i don't know how to put the film in.
Ok, I will. I'll incorporate it into a tips video.
Hey which film did you use in the photos on the video? And I wonder if they are edited. I own one Nikomat ft2 and i love it! Nice vid btw
Thanks. Its a great camera. Lomography Lady Grey with orange filter.
did you say "güle güle" at the end of the video. it's Turkish. And i like your videos keep going on brother.
:) I'm glad it was recognisable as Turkish haha. Sometimes I'm not sure about my accent. Thanks for watching.
Ha, something that won't beat my cameras! Leica's, pentaxs, and FD canons FTW!
😂😂😂
+Old Cameras Although I'm a bit envious of that Nikkor glass...
"depth of field" not 'field of view". Well done!
lol, sorry.
I have FT2 black.
is it safe to use non-Nikon flashes (Vivitar, Minolta etc., with "high-voltage") on this camera?
Sure. The camera meter is not integrated into the flash control in the shutter, i.e., no
TTL flash metering; no electronic shutter to fry.
That 55mm f1.2 tho..
IKR? The bokeh is creamier than a Häagen-Dazs: instagram.com/p/BIfVXnsD16d/?taken-by=adetorrent
Do you recommend getting a 55mm f1.2 while having already 50mm f1.4? Also have you had any problem with aperture f1.2 since shutter speed stucks at 1/1000? Güle güle to you too :D
I suppose that depends on which of the 7+ versions of 50mm 1,4 Nikkor you have. Generally, speaking, IMO no, the 55mm 1.2 is described as "modest", meaning that it's optical performance is quite low at the wider apertures you tend to use a 1.2 lens for. At 5.6 and smaller, it gets as good as it is going to get, but that is still going to be inferior to the 1.4 Nikkors, stop for stop. This 1.2 is a very old lens, replace by a much better 50mm 1.2. As for lens speed, consider that the 1.2 is only 1/3 stop faster than a 1.4.
My counter on my FT2 is busted works otherwise. Can't be repaired, no spare parts
Woulda been perfect without the jazz
It's called here the Nikon Shuffle .....The F was that way too!...The FTN was better!
Shuffle really? haha. Cool name. I wonder why they'd name it that.
I've never used and FTN. I'd be interested to know what makes it better. Cheers.
The FtN is unique! It has separate M & X flash triggers,so you can use bulbs & speedLights together!