Nikon S2 black

The Nikon S2 is a 35mm rangefinder camera from the 1950s, part of Nikon's early rangefinder line that preceded the F-series SLRs. The black-finish variant of the S2 is considerably scarcer than the standard chrome version, as the overwhelming majority left the factory in chrome.

Inspect the black paint for repaints or touch-ups, as original black finish is the main value driver and refinished bodies sell for far less. Check rangefinder alignment, shutter curtain condition at all speeds, and the film advance for smoothness; service support for Nikon rangefinders is specialist-only, so a working example is preferable to a project. Be alert to chrome S2 bodies that have been stripped and repainted black and sold as originals.

Generated summary, 24 Apr 2026 — not checked by hand; prices on this page come from the sales, not from this text.