Nikon f-401 35mm film slr with nikon af nikkor 35-70mm f/3.3-4.5 excellent

3 A beautifully preserved example of one of Nikon’s most important late-1980s film SLRs, paired with the versatile Nikon AF Nikkor 35–70mm f/3.3–4.5 zoom lens. Released in 1987 and sold as the N4004 in North America, the Nikon F-401 represents an important turning point in Nikon’s history. It was created as an accessible and beginner-friendly autofocus SLR, but many of the design ideas introduced with this generation would help shape the modern Nikon cameras that followed. A Milestone in Nikon SLR History One of the most significant features of the F-401 was its move toward a more modern electronic camera interface. Nikon was beginning its transition away from the purely mechanical control philosophy of earlier SLRs and toward the electronic controls that would become standard on later autofocus film cameras and eventually digital SLRs. The F-401 was also the first Nikon SLR to feature a built-in pop-up electronic flash, integrated neatly into the prism housing. At the time, this was a major step forward in convenience, allowing photographers to carry a genuinely capable SLR without always needing a separate external flash. Its pronounced rubberized handgrip was another very modern feature for 1987. Housing the camera's four AA batteries, the grip gave the F-401 a much more substantial and ergonomic feel than the flatter metal-bodied cameras of previous decades and helped establish the shape associated with later autofocus SLRs. Nikon AF Nikkor 35–70mm f/3.3–4.5 The camera is paired with a genuine Nikon AF Nikkor 35–70mm f/3.3–4.5, giving it an extremely practical focal-length range for everyday film photography. At 35mm, it is excellent for travel, street photography, landscapes and everyday scenes, while the 70mm end is ideal for portraits and tighter compositions. It makes this a very convenient single-lens setup for someone who wants to load a roll of film and simply go shooting. And, importantly, this is genuine Nikkor glass—part of Nikon's long-established optical system and one of the major reasons Nikon film SLRs remain so enjoyable to use today. Condition This Nikon F-401 is in excellent condition both mechanically and optically, exactly as presented in the photographs. The camera has been fully tested and is working beautifully. All important functions operate correctly, and the camera is ready to load with film and use. The Nikon AF Nikkor 35–70mm lens is also in excellent optical condition, with clean optics and correct mechanical operation. Focusing and zoom operation work properly, making this a complete and dependable film-photography setup rather than simply a display piece. A Great Choice for Shooting Film The F-401 is particularly attractive today because it sits at the fascinating point where classic 35mm photography met modern camera automation. You still get the unmistakable experience of shooting real 35mm film—the anticipation, the limited number of exposures and the character of the final negatives—but with autofocus, automatic exposure options and an integrated flash making the experience considerably easier than with many older manual SLRs. For somebody entering film photography for the first time, it provides an excellent introduction to the Nikon system. For an experienced photographer or Nikon collector, it represents an important chapter in the transition from traditional manual SLRs to the modern autofocus era. Excellent condition, fully tested and working perfectly, complete with genuine Nikon AF Nikkor 35–70mm zoom lens and ready for its next roll of 35mm film.