Type of camera |
35mm single-lens reflex with motor |
Picture format |
24mm x 36mm |
Lens mount |
Nikon bayonet type |
Lenses |
mount (AI, AIS, AF, E lenses), with some limitations |
Exposure metering |
TTL center-weighted (60/40); Programs P, P HI, A. Meter activated by lightly pressing shutter release button; stays on for approximately16 sec after lifting finger from shutter release. |
Metering range |
EV 1 to EV 19 at ISO 100, f 1.4 |
Metering modes |
P: normal program, aperture and speed set automatically; P HI: faster program (for moving subjects); A: aperture priority; manual; Exposure memory lock via button |
Shutter |
Electronic vertical metalic shutter. Release is electronic. Cable release MC-12A is used for remote release. |
Shutter speeds |
1-1/2000 sec for P, P HI, A. Manual: 1-1/2000 sec and B |
Viewfinder |
Fixed eye level pentaprism; 0.85x magnification; 92% frame coverage |
Viewfinder display |
shutter speed, indicates under- or overexposure, ready-light for TTL flash. No indication at B |
Eyepiece cover |
provided, prevents stray light from entering viewfinder |
Focusing screen |
fixed split image screen (K2) with central circle (12mm); The N2020/F501 has interchangeable focussing screens (model B, E or J) |
Exposure compensation |
via dial; +/- 2 EV (in 1/3 increments) |
Film speed setting |
ISO 25 to 4000 for DX film; ISO 12 to 3200 otherwise |
Film installation |
Film automatically set on first frame with releasing shutter button |
Film forward |
via motor. Single frame setting or 2.5 frames/sec. |
Frame counter |
Additive type; automatically resets at o when back is opened |
Film rewind |
Manual |
Sound warning |
For film without DX code; dirty DX contacts; over- or underexposure or low speed (under 1/30 sec); end of film; self timer |
Self-timer |
Electronic timer, 10 sec with blinking light and sound |
Mirror |
No mirror lock-up. |
Depth of Field |
No DOF preview. |
Camera back |
Interchangeable with MF-19 back |
Flash |
standard ISO-shoe, TTL. |
Syncro speed |
1/125 sec. Dedicated Nikon flash: SB-15 |
Body finish |
Black |
Body dimension: |
148.5 x 97.5 x 51 mm |
Power source |
4 1.5 V AAA-batteries; with battery pack MB-3: 4 1.5 V AA batteries |
Nikon tripod accessory AH-3 provides better balance (the tripod screw is not centrally mounted)
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