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Nikon F Photomic (black)

The Nikon F Photomic is a 35mm film SLR in Nikon's professional F-series, introduced in the 1960s and fitted with a metered prism finder that gave the standard F body through-the-lens exposure measurement. The black-finish version commands particular interest from collectors of Nikon's first professional SLR system.

UK auction hammer results for the black Nikon F Photomic are thin on the ground, with recorded sales clustered around £460 at saleroom level (wholesale, before buyer's premium). With only a pair of data points on file as of 2026, today's value for a clean black Photomic is best anchored to that £460 figure, though condition, meter functionality and finish wear can move the price materially in either direction.

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Sales History

Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.

Prices updated: December 2010

Date Price Source
Dec 2010 EUR 460 Leitz Auction
Dec 2010 EUR 460 Leitz Auction
Dec 2010 EUR 460 Leitz Auction
May 2006 EUR 700 Leitz Auction
May 2006 EUR 500 Leitz Auction
May 2005 EUR 1,000 Leitz Auction

Frequently asked questions

What is a black Nikon F Photomic worth today?

Based on the limited UK auction hammer data available, a black Nikon F Photomic sells for around £460, with condition and meter functionality the main swing factors on price.

How much does a Nikon F Photomic sell for at UK auction?

Recorded hammer prices sit at £460 per example, though the sample size is small so individual results can vary depending on cosmetic condition and whether the meter head is working.

Does the black finish add value over the chrome Nikon F?

Black-finish professional Nikons from this era typically attract a collector premium over chrome equivalents, but the supplied sales data covers only the black variant so a direct comparison is not quantified here.

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